Retail: Page 19

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    Saks Fifth Avenue stylists to become brand ambassadors for luxury travel company

    Luxury consumers are showing a strong interest in travel. A partnership between Saks and Inspirato hopes to leverage that enthusiasm. 

    By Kaarin Moore • March 15, 2023
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    H&M taps ThredUp for resale program

    A “collabs” section allows shoppers to buy pre-owned items from designer collections. The move comes as the retailer works to remake its sustainability image.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 14, 2023
  • Mannequins in orange and white stand in a store window to left of a black-trimmed doorway of an Athleta store, others in black and white are on the right.
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    More shakeup at Gap Inc. as sales fall, losses mount

    The apparel retailer said it’s close to naming a new CEO, but announced the exit of a few executives, including Athleta chief Mary Beth Laughton.

    By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2023
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    Nike taps new head of women’s, DEI

    Changes on the DTC side of the business will help support its digital-led strategy, the company said.

    By Cara Salpini • March 8, 2023
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    Luxury demand strong amid consumer weakness

    A few brands are out of favor, while others are making a comeback, as consumers across income levels continue to shop for upscale goods.

    By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2023
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    What it takes to be a successful DTC brand in 2023

    Direct-to-consumer darlings like Warby Parker and Allbirds helped pave the way for more brands to enter the space. But now, the playbook has changed.

    By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2023
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    Resale dominates National Retail Federation’s ‘Big Show’

    Secondhand goods present retailers with a lucrative sales opportunity at an uncertain time for the industry, according to several presenters.

    By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2023