Market Buzz& Industry News

Faherty to Abbot Kinney

11/25/2020

Faherty, a beach lifestyle brand, recently opened a shop at 1338 Abbot Kinney Blvd.

Will the COVID Surge Affect Black Friday?

11/25/2020

COVID-19 cases have surged in Los Angeles County, putting the area’s residents and businesses on edge just before Black Friday, the traditional start of the holiday-shopping season.

Coterie Names Courtney Bradarich VP of Events

11/24/2020

The contemporary womenswear trade show Coterie announced the appointment of Courtney Bradarich as its new vice president of events. Coterie is part of the Informa Markets Fashion portfolio.

Nicholas Mayfield Introduces E-commerce, as Second Coachella Collaboration Launches

11/24/2020

Prior to the most-important shopping season of the year, designer Nicholas Mayfield announced his entrance into e-commerce with a new website and a fresh Coachella collaboration celebrating the festival's 20-year anniversary.

Holiday Sales Forecast Strong, According to NRF

11/24/2020

Holiday retail sales will increase between 3.6 percent and 5.2 percent, to between $755.3 billion and $766.7 billion compared to the 2019 holiday season, according to a forecast released Nov. 23 by the National Retail Federation trade group.

For the Holiday Shopping Season, eBay Invests in Small Businesses With Grants

11/23/2020

As part of its Up & Running small-business-accelerator initiative, eBay announced the launch of its Up & Running Grants program to provide aid that will help sellers from the holiday selling season into 2021.

Google Unveils Plex Digital Banking Service

11/23/2020

Technology company Google recently announced a digital banking service called Plex, which it will officially introduce in 2021.

Rodeo Drive Starts Its Holidays With 'Visions of Holiday Glamour'

11/23/2020

Rodeo Drive kicked off its winter holiday season Nov. 21 when the installation “Visions of Holiday Glamour” was unveiled on the luxe street.

Planet Blue to Close Its Bricks-and-Mortar

11/19/2020

Since 1995, Planet Blue has sold swimwear and contemporary, beach-inspired styles with a bohemian edge for women at its bricks-and-mortar stores and on its digital channel, shopplanetblue.com. Earlier this month, the shop announced through email and its social-media channels that it would be closing its 12 physical shops while maintaining an e-commerce presence.

NuOrder Survey Finds Brands Committed to Wholesale

11/19/2020

Produced by NuOrder, a Los Angeles–headquartered wholesale e-commerce platform, the recently released “Future of Wholesale” survey reported that wholesale will continue to be an important market, said Adam Schneider, NuOrder’s chief operations and financial officer.

Railcar Fine Goods Opens New Factory and Headquarters

11/19/2020

After 10 years in business, the denim brand Railcar Fine Goods is gambling on growth.

With Its Latest SustainaSole Collection, Sanuk Unveils Its Eco-friendliest Shoe Yet

11/19/2020

Founded on “good vibes” and promoting a mission of environmental responsibility, the Goleta, Calif., footwear brand Sanuk recently unveiled its second SustainaSole Collection of shoes for men and women.

Despite Challenges, October Retail Sales Increase

11/19/2020

With good news from the retail front regarding October sales numbers, economists are optimistic that consumers, who have been actively shopping—such as those pictured at Commerce, Calif.’s Citadel Outlets—and spending, will continue this momentum throughout holiday 2020.

Port Traffic Up, Port Officials Warn of Trade Imbalance

11/19/2020

The Port of Los Angeles announced that October ranked as the busiest month in its 114-year history. A surge of container traffic also was experienced last month in Northern California, according to a statement released by the Port of Oakland in Oakland, Calif.

The Dawn of New Design Trends as Apparel Consumption Is Reassessed

11/19/2020

The times we’re experiencing—the sign of profound transformation—questions the excess of yesterday and pushes us to take a new look at how we consume. Conscious of society’s upheavals and changes in the environment, we see a return to reassuring, enduring values and a desire for transparency and ethics to help us consume less and better.

High Traffic and Expanded Reach Mark Success for Informa Markets Fashion Digital

11/19/2020

Launched with the wholesale e-commerce platform NuOrder on Sept. 1, Informa Markets Fashion’s digital trade event established itself as a channel integral to the apparel industry’s success.

Inside the Industry

11/19/2020

Inside the Industry

L.A.’s Matrushka Construction Unveils Limited Line of Bowie-Inspired Pajamas

11/19/2020

David Bowie has long been a cultural touchstone and obsession, and Los Angeles' Matrushka Construction wants fans to cozy up with its pajamas that feature a sketch of the rock star's face.

Dockers Unveils New Store at Citadel Outlets

11/17/2020

Levi Strauss & Co’s Dockers brand opened a 1,801 square-foot shop at the Citadel Outlets retail center on Nov. 13.

Wrangler and Adult Swim Join Forces on 'Rick and Morty' Apparel

11/16/2020

Denim brand Wrangler and animated adult television-programming network Adult Swim recently entered into a collaboration paying homage to the "Rick and Morty" series.

Burton CEO on Current Sales Trends and More

11/27/2020

We talk to John Lacy about the crazy demand Burton is seeing online and the potential "tidal wave of opportunity" that comes with new participants.

Z SUPPLY Supports Retailers This “Sale” Season

11/25/2020

Z SUPPLY announces its 2020 Black Friday and Cyber Monday initiative aimed at supporting its retail partners nationwide.

Emerald Successfully Trades First Live Event Since the Onset of COVID-19

11/25/2020

IGES surpasses customer expectations and sales. Show delivers safety-first event, sets stage for January 2021 edition of Surf Expo in Orlando.

The Surfrider Foundation Welcomes International Affiliate In Senegal

11/25/2020

Surfrider Foundation U.S. and Surfrider Foundation Europe announced the launch of the international affiliate, Surfrider Foundation Senegal.

CAKE Announces Collaboration with Northvolt

11/24/2020

The commitment lays the groundwork for a new era of clean, high-performance battery power for CAKE’s electric motorcycles.

Dick?s to Move into REI?s World with New Outdoor Retail Concept

11/24/2020

CEO Edward Stack, who is stepping down as CEO to become Executive Chairman, will spearhead the new elevated concept which the company believes can be a big growth vehicle.

Nordstrom Q3 Sales Fall 16% Improving from Q2

11/24/2020

E-commerce comprised 54% of total sales during the quarter.

Employees of Channel Islands Surfboards to Buy Company From Burton

11/24/2020

CI Surfboards LLC, which is led by Britt Merrick and comprised of senior members of the Channel Islands management team, employees and teamriders, is acquiring the brand in a deal expected to close in early 2021.

Free People and Urban Outfitters Shine in Q3

11/24/2020

Plus, details about Free People's astonishingly high e-commerce penetration.

ThirtyTwo Announces Free T32M Movie World Premiere Online

11/23/2020

T32M is a snowboard movie filled with hi-jinx, personality, powder slashes, cliff drops and snowy streets.

Amazon's Slashing the Price of Apple's AirPods Just In Time for the Black Friday

11/27/2020

Buy a pair for everyone on your list.

Everlane's Black Friday Sale—Everything You Need to Know

11/25/2020

The brand is taking 20 to 40 percent off select merchandise.

The Best Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals Of 2020

11/25/2020

Indigenous Fashion Week Is the Custom-Made Platform First Nation Talent Needs

11/25/2020

These cutting-edge designers are creating a new mold for Native fashion.

Here's How You Can Secure Your Telfar x Ugg Shopping Bag

11/24/2020

Tiffany & Co. Celebrates Elsa Peretti's Iconic Bone Cuff With Dover Street Market

11/24/2020

Everything That Happened During GucciFest

11/23/2020

Harry Styles wore jorts and Billie Eilish hung with robots.

Mejuri's Best and Only Sale of the Year Just Started—Here's What to Know

11/23/2020

Freak out accordingly.

BTS Sets the Bar for Menswear In Their New 'Esquire' Cover

11/23/2020

Bretman Rock Gets Real About Zoom Dating And His First Fashion Collab With Dime Optics

11/20/2020

"Do you want an honest answer or a PR-ready answer?"

Jordan Brand’s New Women's Drop Has Your Winter Wardrobe Covered

11/20/2020

Karlie Kloss On Designing Her Adidas Collection and Connecting With Herself In Quarantine

11/20/2020

Kerry Washington's New Partnership with Aurate Jewelry Celebrates the Power of Sisterhood

11/19/2020

The actress is not only the starring face of the jewelry brand's new campaign, but a leading investor and co-designer as well.

Madewell's New Collab With Buffy is Basically a Line of Wearable Blankets

11/19/2020

The Rise of the Congressional Consignment Shoppers

11/18/2020

Balmain x (RED)’s Limited-Edition Sneakers Benefit Fight Against AIDS and COVID-19

11/18/2020

Why Farfetch Wants to Give Your Designer Bag a Second Life

11/18/2020

A new retail project combines two ever-converging fields: resale and luxury.

De Beers Launches Reset Collective Benefitting Botswana Youth and the NAACP Legal Fund

11/17/2020

In collaboration with five female designers, these one-of-a-kind pieces will be auctioned off at Sotheby's.

How to Buy Telfar's It-Shopping Tote Before it Sells Out (Again)

11/16/2020

This is not a drill.

The iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Max Pro Are Here. Are They Worth It?

11/13/2020

Dolce & Gabbana Launches DG Digital Show

11/13/2020

ELLE Editorial: The Lake House

11/13/2020

Woodland solitude calls for autumn coziness.

Three Editor-Approved Ways To Master Fall Style

11/13/2020

Turns out, a great pair of shoes can make all the difference.

Meet the Fashion Insider Making Always-on Style Look Effortless

11/12/2020

Step into her very chic shoes.

The Woman Who Kept Fashion Week Running (Mostly) on Time

11/12/2020

A new documentary celebrates beloved behind-the-scenes fashion figure Ruth Finley.

Prince Charles Joins Forces With Yoox Net-a-Porter on a Fashion Collaboration Like No Other

11/11/2020

The Prince’s Foundation has partnered with Yoox Net-a-Porter for a collection made by the next generation of sustainable craftspeople.

4 Ways to Be a More Eco-Conscious Consumer

11/10/2020

Steps to a greener and more stylish lifestyle.

Snowboarder Chloe Kim on Hot Cheetos, Roxy, and Going for Gold (Again) at the 2022 Winter Olympics

11/09/2020

Lolo Zouai Never Leaves the House Without Eyeliner

11/06/2020

Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, and More Are Set to Appear in GucciFest

11/06/2020

The Italian label announces a digital fashion film festival that includes the premiere of Alessandro Michele’s new collection.

What We Wore To Vote—And Why It Matters

11/05/2020

Fashion might feel beside the point on Election Day, but stylish voters used their looks to make statements that were symbolic, personal, and powerful.

Social Media Consultant Candace Marie Stewart Launches a Mentorship Program for Black Professionals

11/02/2020

The Black in Corporate founder wants to help fast-track career advancement.

Megan Thee Stallion Is Curating a Savage X Fenty Gift Guide for Her Hotties

10/30/2020

To No One's Surprise, Beyoncé Looks Incredible in Her New Ivy Park x Adidas Campaign

10/29/2020

The long-awaited second collection from the superstar and sportswear giant drops October 30.

Jameela Jamil Just Can't Filter Herself

10/29/2020

The actress and H&M ambassador on "fake" online backlash, the power of Kim K, and why dinosaurs are her "people."

Carly Cushnie Is Shutting Down Her Eponymous Label

10/29/2020

Rebag Launches Designer Watches and Fine Jewelry

10/28/2020

Yuna Has Bought Some Weird Things in Quarantine

10/27/2020

The singer on her teenage style and upcoming campaign with Coach.

Donté Colley Is Exactly Who We Need in 2020

10/26/2020

The endlessly motivational social media star is the new face of Diesel.

10 Fall Denim Trends To Try Now

10/26/2020

Shake up your quarantine style.

Watch Celine's Spring-Summer 2021 Show Live From Monaco

10/23/2020

Tiffany & Co. Reissues Designs by Elsa Peretti, an Icon in the Jewelry Industry

10/23/2020

Nothing beats the original.

Micaiah Carter Photographs Harlem's Astor Row (From L.A.)

10/23/2020

On a storied uptown block on the verge of a second Harlem Renaissance, a cast of models and family personify the nostalgic romance of the fall and resort collections.

Uggs Are Indie Now. I Don't Make The Rules.

10/22/2020

How the ultimate normie footwear made its way into the fashion consciousness.

Hari Nef is Still Getting Dressed Up, Even If It's Just for a Selfie At Home

10/22/2020

The actress on her latest fashion campaign, Halloween plans, and the slippery slope of 'self-care.'

Madewell Launches New Athleisure Category

10/20/2020

Silicon Valley-Loved Shoe Brand Allbirds Is Expanding into Fashion

10/20/2020

The shoe brand owned by countless celebs, great aunts, and legions of hot and productive people in San Fransisco is making its first foray into fashion.

NET-A-PORTER Adds Manolo Blahnik to Its Designer Roster

10/19/2020

Same-day Manolo Blahniks straight to your door? Yes, please.

Balenciaga and Vibram's Toe Shoes Are the Chaotic Footwear 2020 Deserves

10/16/2020

Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Feminist Mission Goes Beyond Slogans

10/16/2020

The Dior creative director explains her distinct female gaze.

How Designer Kenneth Ize Is Championing Nigerian Craft

10/15/2020

Fendi Recruits British Label Chaos to Make Your Smart Gadgets Look Sexy

10/15/2020

Kelly Rowland Wants You to Dress Up at Home

10/15/2020

How Rosie Assoulin and Five Other Designers Created a Collection Using Upcycled Car Parts

10/15/2020

The sustainably-minded global designers teamed with Hyundai Motor Company to launch "Re:Style".

The Couch Is The New Step-and-Repeat. Where Does That Leave Fashion?

10/15/2020

On the virtual red carpet, conspicuous consumption is out. “Low-key glamour” is in.

The "Amazon Coat" Is Now Half Price for Prime Day

10/14/2020

Over 5,000 people have given the Orolay thickened down jacket 5 stars.

Watch Michael Kors Collection's Spring-Summer 2021 Show Live

10/14/2020

Midcentury Modern Is Not Just For Furniture Anymore

10/14/2020

Fall 2020 found fashion designers channeling the sleek, sharp tailoring of the ’40s and ’50s.

Bella Hadid and Selena Gomez's Favorite Teddy Coat Is On Sale for Prime Day

10/13/2020

And it's less than $50.

Apple AirPods Are The Cheapest They've Ever Been

10/13/2020

The Outnet's Black Friday Sale Is Where You Can Score Jacquemus, DKNY, and More

11/25/2020

Anthropologie's Black Friday Sale Starts Today, and It Should Not Be Missed

11/25/2020

Parachute's Black Friday Sale Has Finally Arrived—Here's What to Shop

11/25/2020

Outdoor Voices is Having a Pre-Black Friday Sale

11/25/2020

Perfect timing to stock up on leggings!

Nordstrom's 12 Days of Cyber Savings Sale Just Started—Here's What You Need

11/20/2020

The 71 Best Gifts You Can Get on Amazon Prime in 2020

11/19/2020

We went through thousands of items to spare you the trouble

25 Monthly Subscription Boxes That Take the Effort Out of Holiday Shopping

11/19/2020

5 Holiday Gifts Every Fashion Lover Will Appreciate

11/18/2020

Chic pieces for the party-at-home season.

11 Emerging Handbag Brands to Watch in 2020

11/16/2020

New season, new bags.

Princess Diana's Most Underrated Style Moments

11/13/2020

Revisit her best looks ahead of the season 4 premiere of 'The Crown'.

61 Stylish Face Masks to Shop Now, Including Louis Vuitton, Phlemuns, and More

11/12/2020

Labels like Louis Vuitton, Collina Strada, and Phlemuns are creating non-medical masks with flair.

All The Best Holiday 2020 Fashion Campaigns

11/12/2020

Oprah's Favorite Things 2020 Has So Many Fashion Gifts I Want For Myself

11/10/2020

From Savage X Fenty jumpsuits to dainty personalized jewelry.

Shopbop's Holiday Sale Just Started—Here's What to Buy

11/10/2020

Meghan Markle-approved handbags, Instagram-backed brands, and even Chanel is on sale now.

20 Designer Bags Worth the Splurge This Fall

11/06/2020

It's been a tough year. Treat yourself.

12 Comfortable High Heels Backed By A Podiatrist

11/05/2020

Celebrity podiatrist Dr. Suzanne Levine, DPM weighs in on how to stand tall without sacrificing style.

76 Times North West Looked Chicer Than You

11/03/2020

Tutus and Timberlands.

The Outnet's Fall Sale Is Here In Case You Need A Distraction

10/27/2020

If anyone needs me, I'll be panic-buying myself and others gifts at 85% off.

Celine Heads to the Track for Summer 2021 Collection—See Every Look

10/27/2020

40 Rarely Seen Photos of Grace Kelly

10/16/2020

The epitome of classic, old-Hollywood style.

The Best Shopbop Finds From Prime Day 2020

10/13/2020

Finds starting at $10. Freak out accordingly.

Alo Yoga's Pre-Amazon Prime Day Deals Are Selling Out Fast

10/12/2020

These will sell out fast.

Shop These Products and Support Breast Cancer Awareness

10/08/2020

The Best Looks from Paris Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2021

10/06/2020

Michael Kors, Levi's, and Lizzo Want You to Head to the Polls in Style.

10/06/2020

With proceeds actively benefiting BLM and nonprofits that aim to close the voting gap.

Madewell's Bestselling Jeans Are Only $75 Right Now

10/05/2020

Give your sweatpants a much-needed break.

All The Best Fall-Winter 2020 Fashion Campaigns

10/05/2020

Amazon's Taking 30% Off Savage x Fenty Lingerie Right Now

10/02/2020

My body is ready.

The 25 Best Gifts College Students Will Actually Appreciate

10/02/2020

The Best Looks From Milan Fashion Week

09/28/2020

The Best Cyber Monday Offerings from All of Our Favorite Stores

11/29/2020

Here, find Vogue’s guide to the best Cyber Monday deals happening in 2020, from fashion to beauty to home essentials.

The 8 Best Cyber Monday Mattress Deals From Cyber Week 2020

11/29/2020

Here’s 8 of the best Cyber Monday mattress deals and sales happening now, plus everything you need to know about where this handful of editors catch their Z’s.

25 Best Cyber Monday Clothing Deals 2020

11/29/2020

Here, a handful of chic staples you can shop now and wear forever, selected with minimalists in mind from the Cyber Monday clothing deals and sales.

How Parker Kit Hill Is Bringing High-Fashion Comedy to TikTok

11/29/2020

Fashion is often too serious, and the social media star is here to save the day.

In National Anthem, Photographer Luke Gilford Captures the Radical Inclusivity of the Queer Rodeo

11/29/2020

The book, which is comprised of dozens of images, as well as poignant essays, renders queer resilience, survival, and joy.

The Best Beauty Instagrams of the Week: Imaan Hammam, Willow Smith, and More

11/29/2020

This past week on Instagram was filled with vivid green nails, face-framing bangs, and nourishing smoothies.

Slip Dressing From the 1930s, 1990s, and Today

11/29/2020

The slip dress is here to stay.

Take a Trip Down This Turkish Design Student’s Surreal, Gothic Instagram Page

11/28/2020

Instagram is Gizem Erhan’s fantastical playground.

Zappos Founder Tony Hsieh Dies at 46

11/28/2020

The internet entrepreneur, who revolutionized the way we buy shoes, died Friday after incurring injuries during a house fire.

24 Clever Gift Ideas From The Cyber Week Sales

11/28/2020

If you’re on the hunt for more ways to brighten someone’s day with a few holiday deals, here are the best Cyber Monday gifts to shop now.

7 Sweater Styling Tips From The Spring 2021 Collections To Try Now

11/28/2020

As the final leaves float to the ground, consider the simple—and chic!—sweater styling tips here as gifts that will keep on giving this holiday season.

Best Fashion Instagrams: Rowan Blanchard, Dua Lipa, Tessa Thompson, and More

11/28/2020

Plus, Justin Beiber is making us crave sorbet.

How a Year of Celibacy Prepared Me for Life in Quarantine

11/28/2020

“Women are conditioned to prioritize the desires of others before our own. It is hard to counter that conditioning, and it can be deadly if you actually want to know who you are.”

5 Cozy Holiday Outfits to Wear Now, According to a Vogue Editor

11/28/2020

In the latest segment of Vogue's What I Wore This Week, Alexis Bennett shows us the cozy holiday outfits she put together during Thanksgiving week.

Sourdough Starter? Learning to Knit? Sorry—My COVID Project is Riding Motorcycles

11/28/2020

What to do when you've exhausted your options for entertaining yourself? Hop on a fast bike and flee

Thrilled to Pieces: A Survey of Patchwork on the Runways

11/28/2020

On the lasting appeal of patchwork.

Where to Buy Face Masks That Are Stylish Online

11/28/2020

It looks like we’re going to be wearing cloth face masks for a while, which is all the more reason to find one that you like.

A Guide to Managing Keratosis Pilaris This Season

11/28/2020

Experts break down what keratosis pilaris is, along with the best ways to treat it, from gentle exfoliation to supercharged moisturizing treatments.

28 Best Cyber Monday Beauty Deals to Buy in Bulk in 2020

11/27/2020

Stock up on these 28 Cyber Monday beauty deals to see your skin and hair through the winter and beyond.

10 Stylish Shoppers Share Their Latest Purchases

11/27/2020

Stefano Pilati, Acielle, Soo Joo Park, Lynn Yaeger, Quil Lemons, and more of fashion's most stylish share what is motivating them to shop now.

33 Best Black Friday Clothing Deals 2020 to Shop Now

11/27/2020

One little thing to be thankful for this year are the early Black Friday clothing deals and sales that you can shop ahead of the hecticness, from now through Thanksgiving weekend.

Hood by Air’s Black Friday Collection Makes What’s Old New Again

11/27/2020

Hood by Air’s return to fashion is one of just a few good things to happen this year. While the release of Oliver’s first runway collection, which will debut in a film called Genesis, has been pushed to 2021, the brand is launching the second part of its H13A collection of re-worked re-editions.

Why Batsheva’s Surprise Holiday Store Is Perfectly Timed

11/27/2020

The beloved New York designer is bringing her eclectic world to a physical retail space.

The Republicans Failed to Protect Us From Covid. But Help Is Now on the Way

11/27/2020

Joe Biden’s forceful approach to the coronavirus pandemic is a much-needed remedy to the ineffectual and dangerous actions of President Trump and his Republican enablers.

The Rockaway Hotel Is More Than Just a Summer Scene

11/27/2020

More than just a luxurious spot to hang your sun hat, the new Rockaway Hotel has many plans to give back to the beachfront community—and zero plans to give up on it.

John Galliano in Conversation With Hamish Bowles, a Bonus Episode of In Vogue: The 1990s

11/27/2020

John Galliano relates his journey from college to the House of Dior.

Celine Resort 2021

11/29/2020

19 Thoughts I Had While Watching “The Princess Switch: Switched Again”

11/27/2020

Stacy (Vanessa Hudgens!) is a baker who flew to Belgravia (?) for a baking contest and switched places with Margaret, the Duchess of Montenaro (also Vanessa Hudgens!) who happens to be identical to her (because they’re both Vanessa Hudgens!).

A Woman-Led Construction Company Is Taking a Sledgehammer to the Weinstein Company’s Former HQ

11/27/2020

Barbara Kavovit, founder and CEO of Evergreen Construction, beat out three male-owned competitors for the privilege of ripping apart the Weinstein Company’s former headquarters earlier this year.

14 Vintage and Consignment Gifts to Give This Holiday Season for #BetterBlackFriday

11/27/2020

Vestiaire Collective launches a charitable and sustainable new campaign today, just in time for the buying rush.

Arcadia on brink of administration?

11/27/2020

The struggling Arcadia retail group - owner of the Topshop, Miss Selfridge, Burton and Dorothy Perkins brands - is reported to be on the brink of collapse, putting around 13,000 jobs at risk.

Will new government support Jordan garment sector?

11/20/2020

Jordanian garment manufacturers are hoping a newly formed government will help the country's clothing sector rebound from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Fashion's guiding force - Look good, do good, feel good

11/19/2020

Fashion purchases are still and always will be driven by the desire to look good - but in order to feel good, shoppers are increasingly aligning with brands and actions that have a higher purpose to do good. By following the industry's new north star, companies can set themselves up for a more sustainable future, says Roit Kathiala.

BCI trained 2.3m cotton farmers last season

11/25/2020

The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) says more than 2.3m cotton farmers received training on more sustainable farming practices in the 2018-19 cotton season, with participants achieving a reduction in water and pesticide use while increasing yields and profits.

Boohoo criticised in spoof Black Friday media campaigns

11/27/2020

The UK-based online fashion brand Boohoo faces mounting criticism from campaign groups this Black Friday weekend over allegations of underpaid wages owed to workers in Leicester factories.

Top stories this week on just-style...

11/25/2020

Top stories on just-style this week include a look at how TAL Apparel is reinventing the face mask, according to CEO Roger Lee, and how Hong Kong is evolving into a leading sourcing and digital supply-chain services hub. A project aimed at improving communication between workers and managers in Gap Inc garment supplier factories has also boosted production efficiency, and Adidas has fallen off ...

Crystal joins Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action

11/27/2020

Hong Kong based manufacturing giant Crystal International Group has signed the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action to commit long-term climate goals.

New guide helps retailers with chemical management

11/26/2020

Non-profit Clean Production Action has published a guide for retailers wanting to address consumer and investor concerns about hazardous chemicals in products.

Chinese spinner Tiancheng to trace recycled cotton

11/25/2020

Chinese recycled cotton spinner Tiancheng Recycolor is teaming up with Dutch fibre solutions firm The Movement to verify its fully traceable recycled cotton yarn.

Neatsy app aims to solve online footwear fit problem

11/25/2020

Start-up Neatsy AI is tackling the problem of online footwear fit with an app that makes an accurate 3D foot scan using only an iPhone.

Boohoo appoints Sir Leveson to oversee supply chain revamp

11/26/2020

Boohoo has appointed retired judge Sir Brian Leveson to provide independent oversight of the UK online fashion retailer's Agenda for Change programme as the company looks to drive improvement in its supply chain and business practices.

Adidas "coy" on Reebok sale rumours

11/26/2020

Adidas has refused to be drawn into speculation it has appointed investment firm JP Morgan to weigh a sale of Reebok.

US could impose Vietnam 301 tariffs by January

11/26/2020

Plans by the US to place new tariffs, quotas, or other restrictions on imports from Vietnam could be imposed as early as January 2021.

Amazon has a long way to go to lure luxury fashion shoppers

11/26/2020

Though its 'Luxury Stores' designer platform launched in the US in September 2020, Amazon will struggle to cement its place within the luxury fashion market while the service lacks the presence of key brands, only provides access to Prime members, and does not guarantee product authenticity.

New appointments to help steer growth plan at Gap

11/26/2020

US speciality apparel retailer Gap Inc has appointed a new head for its Banana Republic brand and created a new chief growth officer role to help execute its strategic agenda.

Egypt garment exports down 20% to September

11/26/2020

Egypt's ready-made garment exports declined by nearly 20% in the first nine months of the year, but grew in the month of September, according to new figures.

Ascena Retail Group bans use of alpaca wool

11/25/2020

Ascena Retail Group - owner of the Ann Taylor, Loft and Lane Bryant chains - has become the latest fashion industry player to ban the use of alpaca wool and commit to eliminating the material from its product lines going forward.

US Q3 in brief - American Eagle Outfitters, Chico's FAS, Abercrombie & Fitch

09/23/2020

The latest third-quarter filings from US apparel and footwear brands and retailers are a mixed bag, with some companies beginning to recover from the market disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, while others are continuing to struggle. Urban Outfitters has seen profits jump 38%, while L Brands is back in the black, and Shoe Carnival has delivered the most profitable quarter in its history...

Bankruptcy court approves JCPenney property plan

11/26/2020

A US bankruptcy court has approved JCPenney's plan to create separate property holding companies for its 160 of its real estate assets and all of its owned distribution centres. The so-called 'PropCos' are expected to complete the restructuring process and emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the first half of 2021.

TAL Apparel raises the bar on face masks

10/28/2020

Having built its reputation as an 'Innofacturer' of added value clothing, it was a logical next step for Hong Kong-based garment giant TAL Apparel to apply this same approach to reinventing the face mask - as CEO Roger Lee explains.

Here?s All the Culture News You Missed This Week

11/28/2020

From Taylor Swift's Folklore film to The Weeknd and Justin Bieber's criticisms of the Grammys, here's what made headlines this week.

The post Here’s All the Culture News You Missed This Week appeared first on FASHION Magazine.

All The Fashion News You Missed This Week

11/28/2020

Designers get cozy with a Telfar and UGG collab and a exclusive Thom Browne capsule collection at SSENSE that includes sweatpants.

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This Week?s Need-to-Know Beauty News

11/28/2020

Majesty’s Pleasure debuted its online shop   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by majesty’s pleasure (@majestyspleasure) Beloved Toronto beauty studio-meets-cafe Majesty’s Pleasure, an upscale oasis ready to fulfill all your beauty needs has added e-tailer to its impressive list of services. The beauty bar debuted its online Pleasure Delivered Shop earlier […]

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18 Shows and Movies We?re Excited to Stream in December 2020

11/27/2020

Everything we're looking forward to bingeing on streaming services—including Netflix Canada, Amazon Prime Video and CBC Gem—in December 2020.

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The 10 Celebrities That Influenced Our Style in 2020

11/27/2020

Lyst has released its year in review report for 2020 – and it’s been a year like no other. With lockdowns demarcating much of the year, and retail stores closing and then opening and then closing again, fashion – both the industry and the everyday act of getting dressed – has been turned on its […]

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How One Writer is Passing on Indigenous Design Traditions, Old and New

11/27/2020

My daughter is only six, but I’ve already begun to envision items from my closet belonging to her one day. While I understand that when she’s grown, she may have different fashion inclinations — will she want to wear my strapless Temperley London peplum dress? — I still want her to have access to the […]

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11 Brands You Can Feel Good About Buying From on Giving Tuesday

11/26/2020

These brands are donating proceeds of their sales to philanthropic organizations and charitable causes across Canada on Giving Tuesday.

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Four Canadian Jewellery Drops We’re Excited About

11/26/2020

Whether you’re searching for something to gift yourself or someone else, Canadian jewellery designs will hit the spot. Here are a few new #shoplocal launches that are sure to pique your interest. Ora-C just launched a new line as a “tongue-in-cheek” homage to strange times Boasting an eclectic rendering of whimsical bows, Montreal’s Ora-C has […]

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Halima Aden Announces She is Quitting Modelling

11/26/2020

Halima Aden, the groundbreaking hijabi model, announced that she’s quitting the fashion industry, citing pressures to compromise her religious beliefs. It’s a major announcement from the model, who was one of the first women who wore a hijab to be signed to a major modelling agency. Aden shot to fame in 2016 after appearing in […]

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Changemaker Sage Paul on Building a Future for Indigenous Design

11/26/2020

As the founder of Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto (IFWTO) and a thought leader in Canada’s style space, Sage Paul has made great strides for Indigenous representation within fashion: She facilitated an unprecedented capsule collection featuring eight Indigenous labels in partnership with Quebec retailer Simons that launched this past spring; she’s a member of the Program […]

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Hilary MacMillan Just Launched a Capsule of Biodegradable Loungewear

11/25/2020

Toronto-based designer Hilary MacMillan, who in the past has used sustainability-focused materials including vegan leather and faux fur, just dropped a new capsule of biodegradable loungewear crafted from Tencel™. “We wanted to make something that was wholly made in Canada from sustainable fabrics,” MacMillan says about how the idea for designing the six-piece collection started. […]

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A Roundup of Holiday Movies and Where to Stream Them

11/25/2020

All the holiday movies, from classics to musicals, available on streaming platforms like Netflix Canada and Apple TV+ this season.

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Here?s What to Expect During Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto

11/25/2020

Starting tomorrow, you’ll be able to shop, experience and engage with Indigenous design thanks to the virtual reconceptualizing of Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto. Founded by creative Sage Paul and first launched IRL in 2018, the upcoming four-day digital event sees the return of the IFWTO marketplace, which this year highlights wares from Reena Larabee, Sheila […]

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18 Beauty & Grooming Sales to Shop This Black Friday and Cyber Monday

11/25/2020

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just days away from officially starting but plenty of brands are getting a head start on Cyber Weekend, offering sales and discounts from today onwards. Whether you’re looking for a stocking stuffer, a new clean skincare regime or just a little pick-me-up, you’re sure to find something you’ll love. […]

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30 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Fashion Sales to Shop This Weekend

11/25/2020

With Thanksgiving done and the holidays right around the corner, it’s time for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Officially happening on Friday November 27 and Monday November 30 respectively, many brands have kicked off their sales earlier this week. There’s also a handful of brands who are opting out of Black Friday and Cyber Monday […]

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Meghan Markle Reveals She Had a Miscarriage in Moving Op-Ed

11/25/2020

Meghan Markle has opened up about suffering a miscarriage earlier this year in a poignant and moving essay on loss for the New York Times, published today. The op-ed, titled The Losses We Share, begins with the Duchess of Sussex describing a normal morning in July before suddenly feeling “a sharp cramp” as she changed Archie. […]

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Meet Pantene’s New Canadian Ambassador, Vivek Shraya

11/24/2020

The Edmonton-born trans artist stars in a new film as part of Pantene’s Hair Has No Gender project.

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My Story: Get to Know Danielle Williams-Eke, Design Director at Size-Inclusive E-Tailer 11 Honoré

11/24/2020

Meet Danielle Williams-Eke, the Los Angeles-based design director of luxury e-tailer 11 Honoré’s private label line. Since its launch in 2017, 11 Honoré has become a go-to destination for elevated, size-inclusive offerings that cater to those who are a size 12 and upwards, and carries an impressive roster of high-end designer labels like Brandon Maxwell […]

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17 Pairs of Stylish Slippers to Keep You Cozy All Winter

11/24/2020

You may miss footwear but we're betting you're not ready for heels so here are 17 pairs of stylish slippers that will give you a fashion fix.

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How InFocus Canada is Fusing Fashion, Philanthropy & Photography

11/24/2020

“Kemp and I have known each other since grade one,” smiles photographer Clare Hodgetts, co-founder of InFocus Canada, a B.C.-based company that designs and develops an ethical line of silk scarves. “The idea for InFocus was born in 2016 from the vision of wanting to show photos in a new way, on a new medium, […]

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Shawn Mendes On Vulnerability, Camila Cabello and His New Netflix Doc In Wonder

11/23/2020

Ahead of the release of In Wonder on Netflix, Shawn Mendes talked with Tyrone Edwards about the filming process, being vulnerable on screen and more.

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What the Stars Wore to the 2020 American Music Awards Last Night

11/23/2020

The 2020 American Music Awards happened at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles last night with a stellar lineup of stars in attendance (as well as a small live audience, unlike the 2020 People’s Choice Awards which happened last week with no audience). Canadians Justin Bieber and Shawn Mendes kicked off the evening with a […]

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Here?s All the Culture News You Missed This Week

11/21/2020

From the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reunion special to Barack Obama to Dan Levy, here's what made headlines this week.

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This Week?s Need-to-Know Beauty News

11/21/2020

Meet The Hair Inspired Company (THIC), a new haircare line on the Canadian beauty scene   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by T H I C (@thicproducts) Adding hair oils to your haircare routine comes with a laundry list of benefits: The multitasking elixirs are known to protect strands from heat […]

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Here?s the Fashion News to Know This Week

11/21/2020

From oodles of new footwear to Pyer Moss’s t-shirt in honour of the Transgender Day of Remembrance to The Folklore partnering with Farfetch, here’s what you need to know. Farfetch partners with The Folklore to showcase emerging Black-owned brands In an effort to amplify the voices of creatives working in Africa and the diaspora, retailer […]

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Nicole Kidman Serves Up Serious Winter Coat Inspo in The Undoing

11/20/2020

Nicole Kidman induces some serious coat envy with her killer style and gorgeous wardrobe as main character Grace Fraser in The Undoing.

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Everything to Know About Humanature, Canada Goose?s New Purpose Platform

11/20/2020

This week, Canada Goose unveiled Humanature, "a purpose platform that unites its sustainability and values-based initiatives."

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Which Cannabis Bevvie Will Make Your Tastebuds Tingle?

11/20/2020

In part one of our series, we gave you an introduction to the brave new world of cannabis beverages, and in part two, we broke down the ingredients and flavour profiles. In this final instalment, we give you the goods on when you might consider one of these adult-only beverages as a novel way to […]

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The Five Canadian Launches We?re Excited About This Week

11/20/2020

From a new line of cozy-chic nightwear to a Moncton-based pop-up and month-long virtual marketplace featuring Montreal brands, here are the Canadian fashion launches we don’t want you to miss. Vancouver’s Londre launches loungewear Sustainability-centric bodywear line Londre, which was founded by besties Ainsley Rose and Hannah Todd, just introduced a three-piece capsule of limited-run […]

9 Canadian Art Exhibits You Can Visit Virtually Right From Home

11/20/2020

Across Canada, art galleries and museums have pivoted to offering interactive online exhibits and free virtual tours. Read about nine such venues here.

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That One Item I Just can?t get Enough of

07/13/2020

Can you ever have enough bodysuits?

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If you haven?t Ditched your Sweats yet Now?s the Time

07/08/2020

Shorts for the style win.

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A Dozen Summer Style Finds Under $100

07/06/2020

Summer Style Must Haves

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Your Summer Wardrobe can?t Survive without This

07/02/2020

Chic Timeless Summer Dresses

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Simple Chic Summer Hair Ideas

06/30/2020

Anyone can pull it off.

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A Jewelry Addicts Must Have Summer Pieces

06/22/2020

It's time to layer up

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10 Under $50 Summer Finds to Finally Wear Outside

06/01/2020

Great, affordable style while shopping small

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A Week Worth of Effortless Summer Outfits

05/26/2020

It's all about Texture

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The Must Have Shoe Under $50

05/19/2020

The only shoe your summer wardrobe needs.

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It?s Officially Time for me to Invest in More of these

05/18/2020

Chic Basics

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How to Demand Justice for George Floyd and Support Anti-Racism Efforts

06/01/2020

Do Waist Trainers Actually Work

06/01/2020

The 16Best New Products to Try in Isolation This Month

06/01/2020

Ariana Grande Tinashe and Several Other Celebrities Join Protests Against George Floyd's Death

06/01/2020

Hannah Brown Says She Doesn't Want to Be an "Ignorant White Girl Who Uses the N-Word" in Apology Video

05/31/2020

Kate Middleton and Prince William Are Reportedly Suing Tatler Over"Sexist" Cover Story

05/31/2020

Chrissy Teigen Donates 200000 to Bail Out George Floyd Protestors

05/31/2020

Amazons 9 Scrub Is the Secret to Getting the Smoothest Post-Shave Skin

05/30/2020

Activist Rachel Cargle Explains What It Means to Be Actively Anti-Racist

05/30/2020

Dylan Sprouse Reveals How His Twin Brother Cole Is Doing Post-Split from Lili Reinhart

05/30/2020

LVMH to fund hotel rooms for victims of domestic violence

11/29/2020

LVMH has responded to a call for action launched by the French Minister for Gender Equality, Diversity and Equal Opportunities, Elisabeth Moreno, to support a campaign designed to reach victims of domestic violence – a cohort that has swelled since the start of the pandemic.

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L Brands sued over pension plan breach

11/29/2020

A participant in L Brands’ 401(k) plan has launched a class action suit against the owner of Bath & Body Works charging the US retailer with beaching its fiduciary duties, according to a report published by Pensions&Investments.

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PZ Cussons names new Chief Financial Officer

11/29/2020

PZ Cussons has announced the appointment of Sarah Pollard as Chief Financial Officer and member of the Board of Directors, effective January 4, 2021.

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Is Sabic set to list specialty chems business?

11/29/2020

Saudi Basic Industries Corp (Sabic) is mulling a possible IPO of its specialty chemicals unit, according to a report published by Bloomberg.

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Risk associated with Indonesian palm oil pegged at US$10 billion for firms

11/29/2020

Companies that produce, source or use Indonesian palm oil could be exposed to US$10 billion due to reputational and market risks, according to a report published by Bloomberg.

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The World After – The Improvers

11/26/2020

The ImproversIt’s the end of influencers, and they will be replaced by Improvers. Consumers who are shopping for something are overwhelmed by options which are all similar in price and quality. Consumers know about inequality in the world, environmental issues, forced labour etcetera. With this in the back of their heads, consumers will choose a […]

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e.l.f Cosmetics partners with female gamer Loserfruit to appeal to Gen Z audience

11/26/2020

e.l.f. Cosmetics has teamed up with female gamer Loserfruit (Lufu) in a bid to appeal to a Gen Z audience through her social media channels.

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Gucci Beauty teams up with Snapchat to launch new Portal Lens as part of Bloom Profumo di Fiori marketing promotion

11/26/2020

Gucci Beauty has teamed up with Snapchat to launch a new Portal Lens as part of the marketing promotion for the new Gucci Bloom Profumo di Fiori fragrance.

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AGC designs AI mirror for Japanese market, named Mirroria

11/26/2020

Japanese manufacturer AGC has developed an Artificial Intelligence smart mirror, which allows consumers to apply make-up while receiving visual help from beauty professional on the same mirror.

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Unilever North America expands in wellness sphere with SmartyPants Vitamins acquisition

11/26/2020

Unilever has expanded its foothold in the wellness sphere with the acquisition of U.S.-based Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement company SmartyPants Vitamins.

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What’s on Retail’s Wish List This Holiday?

11/29/2020

At the height of the holiday shopping season, WWD asked some top execs what they plan to give and what they’ve learned from the difficult season so far.

Are Tiny Stores the Next Big Idea in Retail?

11/29/2020

The Norwegian Rain Compact Store just opened in Copenhagen, showcasing only six styles of raincoats.

Inside Tiffany & Co.?s New South Coast Plaza Discovery Store and Blue Box Cafe

11/29/2020

"We don't want to be intimidating because we believe beauty should be for everybody," Tiffany & Co. chief executive officer Alessandro Bogliolo said of the American jewelry brand's new store concept.

Prada, Adidas to Launch A+P Luna Rossa 21 Sneakers

11/29/2020

The shoes are part of the partnership inked last year between Prada and Adidas and will be worn by the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team while a lifestyle version will also be available starting Dec. 9.

Seminal Moment: How Prada Anticipated the Luxury Sneakers Trend

11/29/2020

In 1997, long before luxury sneakers were trending, Prada sensed the potential of the category launching the so-called “America’s Cup.”

Virgil Abloh?s Friends to Visit Miami in Art Installation

11/29/2020

The characters featured in the short film created to launch the spring-summer men's line will be showcased during Miami Art week.

De Beers Sets Punchy Goals Around Carbon, Community, Women?s Business

11/29/2020

The diamond miner and jeweler is setting 12 goals for 2030, including a shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, and supporting 10,000 women entrepreneurs.

Black Friday Weekend Meets Modest Expectations in a Swirl of Highs and Lows

11/29/2020

In a Thanksgiving weekend unlike any other, department stores and fashion specialty retailers fought hard for business and met their modest expectations. They extended Black Friday promotions through the weekend, from weeks before. They emphasized over and over again the measures implemented to help shoppers in stores feel safe from COVID-19. And assortments, while lean, […]

Textile Executive Evans C. Reitman-Swiss Dies at 91

11/29/2020

The former textile executive died of complications from COVID-19.

Zappos Cofounder Tony Hsieh Dies at Age 46

11/28/2020

Tony Hsieh cofounded Zappos in 1999 and pioneered many of the online and corporate strategies in use today.

This 20-Minute Agility Workout Will Boost Your Balance

11/28/2020

No ladder drills required.

The Best Black Friday Deals Are All Right Here

11/27/2020

Curated by our editors to help you save all month long.

This Award-Winning Product for Dry, Damaged Hair Is 25% Off Right Now

11/27/2020

It's the absolute holy grail for crispy, bleached ends (and rarely ever goes on sale).

5 Popular Meal Kit Delivery Services That Are on Sale for Black Friday

11/27/2020

Here to save you time on shopping and chopping.

15 Black Friday Treadmill Deals to Jump on While They Last

11/27/2020

Savings to get your heart rate up.

This Cult-Favorite Hair Dryer Brush Is 40% Off for Black Friday

11/27/2020

It's as good as everyone says it is.

These Outstanding Wireless Workout Headphones Are $90 Off Right Now

11/27/2020

The battery life has never let me down.

Everyone’s Favorite E-Reader Is 35% Off for Black Friday

11/27/2020

It lasts for, like, a million years on a single charge.

23 Rare Deals We Spotted at Amazon's Black Friday Sale

11/27/2020

Including AirPods, Vitamixes, and Crest Whitestrips.

7 Toaster Ovens That Are So Great You’ll Never Want to Turn on Your Real Oven Again

11/27/2020

They’re for more than just toast.

23 Wellness Deals You Need to Know for Black Friday

11/27/2020

Here's to your health.

53 Excellent Black Friday Clothing Deals You Absolutely Can't Miss

11/27/2020

Load your cart with these post-Turkey Day savings.

9 Black Friday Sex Toy Deals to Check Out Immediately

11/27/2020

The sexiest savings of the year.

58 Black Friday Beauty Deals to Shop Now

11/27/2020

For self-care essentials, holiday gifts, and more.

The 19 Best Black Friday Bedding and Mattress Deals Going on Now

11/27/2020

No need to lose sleep over these sales.

29 Home and Kitchen Black Friday Deals That Will Sell Out Fast

11/27/2020

From vacuums to Vitamixes.

The Only 21 Black Friday Tech Deals Worth Knowing About

11/27/2020

But you'll have to act fast.

15 Things to Scoop Up at Glossier’s Only Sale of the Year

11/26/2020

It’s the best time to perfect your no-makeup makeup look.

Nearly 1 Million Crock-Pots Were Just Recalled Due to Burn Risks

11/25/2020

But you can get a free replacement.

41 Cozy Holiday Candles You’ll Want to Burn All Winter Long

11/25/2020

My favorite time of year.

The Best Thanksgiving Episodes of Your Favorite TV Shows

11/25/2020

Your holiday binge-watching just got a lot more fun.

Meghan Markle Reveals She Had a Miscarriage Earlier This Year

11/25/2020

She asks us all to check in on one another.

11 Cozy Pieces of Winter Workout Gear This Plus-Size Athlete Swears By

11/25/2020

They’ll make any outdoor workout more comfortable.

12 New Christmas Movies on Netflix to Watch This Holiday Season

11/25/2020

Have a very merry binge-watch.

If You Only Shop One Sale This Black Friday, Let It Be Nordstrom’s Cyber Sale

11/25/2020

Steals on Theraguns, Le Creuset cookware, and more.

Miley Cyrus Is Now 2 Weeks Sober After ‘Falling Off’ During the Pandemic

11/24/2020

She’s not a “moderation person.”

34 Advent Calendars That Will Give You Something to Look Forward to Every Day

11/24/2020

A little something to brighten each day.

Who Will Get the First Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines?

11/24/2020

Here’s what a CDC advisory panel has to say.

How Can You Help Fat People Love Themselves? The Answer Isn’t So Simple.

11/24/2020

Opinion: Self-love isn’t the issue here. Anti-fat bias is.

How Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s Holiday Plans Are Changing This Year

11/24/2020

And the trick they use for giving back at home all year long.

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Six Questions to Ask Before Skipping Rent During Eviction Moratoriums

11/29/2020

Bloomberg Markets: China Open Full Show (11/30/2020)

11/29/2020

Kim Forrest on the Markets (Radio)

11/29/2020

Kyle Rodda on the Markets (Radio)

11/29/2020

ABN Amro Plans to Reduce Workforce by 15% in Cost-Cutting Plan

11/29/2020

Sean Taylor on the Markets (Radio)

11/29/2020

Nader Naeimi on the Markets (Radio)

11/29/2020

Switzerland to Step Up Ethical Standards Despite Voters' Rebuff

11/29/2020

The New Energy Giants Are Renewable Companies

11/29/2020

Brussels Edition: Bailout Breakthrough

11/29/2020

Citi's Jane Fraser Talks About the Priorities She'll Set as CEO

11/29/2020

Saudi Arabia Goes Sour on Turkish Goods Amid Spat: Chart

11/29/2020

Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia - Full Show (11/30/2020)

11/29/2020

Kushner to Lead U.S. Delegation to Saudi Arabia, Qatar

11/29/2020

Pandemic Widens Gap Between Russia's Richest and Poorest Regions

11/29/2020

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend: Amazon, Oil, Congress (Podcast)

11/29/2020

Hong Kong Doctor Is Cleared in Massive Securities Probe

11/29/2020

U.S. to Add SMIC, CNOOC to Blacklist, Reuters Says

11/29/2020

The World Is About to Find Out How Tough Biden Will Be on China

11/29/2020

Ant Said to Face Slim Chance of Getting IPO Done in 2021

11/29/2020

Hong Kong is now paying its leader?s $672,000 salary in cash

11/29/2020

Carrie Lam is denied basic banking services due to U.S. sanctions.

Hawaii seeks to be seen as a remote workplace with a view

11/29/2020

A new campaign will pay roundtrip plane fare for mainland professionals who want to work from the Aloha State.

What could happen to the economy if Biden canceled the majority of student loan debt?

11/29/2020

President-elect Biden has several options should he decide to issue student-loan forgiveness, and studies suggest the economic impacts will be positive.

Kim Jong-un likely to let his missiles do the talking as Biden enters the White House

11/29/2020

North Korea has greeted the last two U.S. presidents with tests of missiles or nuclear bombs within weeks of taking office.

Can your boss make you get a COVID vaccine? Probably

11/29/2020

The legal question turns on "business necessity," which means companies can likely demands workers get vaccinated.

These 5 major gym chains still make it annoyingly hard to quit

11/29/2020

They want members to visit in-person or send a certified letter, which often means a trip to the post office.

U.S. news coverage of COVID has been more negative than in other countries, researchers find

11/29/2020

Ninety-one percent of the U.S. stories studied classified as negative, vs. 54 percent of the non-U.S. stories.

The skin care brand striving to make medical-grade topicals both more luxe and accessible

11/29/2020

The medical-grade, vegan skin care line was founded by a nurse practitioner and a beauty industry veteran.

Biden?s national coronavirus strategy is starting to take shape—and it?s very different than Trump?s

11/28/2020

The incoming administration’s approach reflects Democrats’ belief that a more comprehensive plan is needed to get the pandemic under control.

Pfizer’s COVID vaccine comes with a chilly complication. But that may change

11/28/2020

Pfizer is "being cautious" with its current ultra-cold storage requirements, but any changes will need further regulatory review.

As libraries fight for access to e-books, a new copyright champion emerges

11/28/2020

Lila Bailey of the Internet Archive is among a new generation pushing for copyright reform.

Bet on these stocks for the millennial-powered COVID recovery, says Goldman?s Katie Koch

11/28/2020

There is "tremendous upside" in some strong balance sheet companies tethered to live events.

Tony Hsieh, retired Zappos CEO, dies at 46

11/28/2020

Puoy Premsrirut, a lawyer for Hsieh, told news outlets that Hsieh had been injured in a house fire while visiting Connecticut.

It may be a matter of weeks, not months, before Americans can start getting COVID vaccines

11/28/2020

An FDA committee will convene on December 10 to discuss Pfizer's data and make recommendations regarding the vaccine.

Georgia Senate runoff: Republican Perdue boosted his wealth with well-timed stock trades

11/28/2020

Perdue's trades during the crisis have become an issue in what already has become a negative, expensive campaign that will determine which party controls the Senate.

Facebook?s AI is mistakenly banning some small business? ads

11/28/2020

Small businesses, more reliant than ever on Facebook ads to drive sales amid the pandemic, say they are sometimes being hit out of nowhere with policy violations, removing their ads.

R.I.P. Black Friday? Pandemic, online shopping lead to thin crowds

11/27/2020

Online sales soar while mall stores are largely empty.

Gift Guide: How to turn your outdoor space into a year-round living room

11/27/2020

Give the gift of outdoor socializing this holiday season.

The email security market is littered with false claims. How to fix it

11/27/2020

Fewer cybersecurity officers today have strong technical expertise.

In a historic vote, the Swiss will determine if multinationals should be held liable for global abuses

11/27/2020

Amid a global boom in ESG investing, the Swiss will go the polls on Sunday to vote in a referendum that would make Swiss companies legally liable for whatever environmental damage and/or human rights abuses occur as a result of their operations, no matter where.

The pandemic paradox: surviving a public health crisis breeds more science skeptics, researchers find

11/27/2020

In a worldwide study, researchers found that vaccine skepticism is rife and trust for scientists is down among those who survived an epidemic.

When second stimulus checks could arrive if Biden strikes a deal

11/27/2020

Staffers on Capitol Hill expect a stimulus bill to pass shortly after the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. If it includes another round of stimulus checks, here's when those payment could start arriving.

These megacities could become breeding grounds for the next pandemic, scientists say

11/27/2020

Mumbai, Jakarta and Manila are among the well-connected urban hubs where human-animal interaction is increasingly common, and health risks multiply.

Amazon says it will offer warehouse staff a one time bonus amid union drive

11/27/2020

The company said full-time staff would get $300. The company is seeing union organizing and criticism over rolling back its pandemic hazard pay.

Who will Biden name as SEC chair? Here are insiders? best guesses

11/27/2020

Preet Bharara and Gary Gensler are names floated in the media, but insiders say they are unlikely picks.

SoftBank stock rides Uber and DoorDash to 20-year high

11/27/2020

The Japanese conglomerate shook off the WeWork disaster in 2019 to push to fresh highs this year.

AstraZeneca eyes another global trial for its COVID vaccine following dosage blip

11/27/2020

AstraZeneca CEO Pascal Soriot said he didn’t expect the additional trial to hold up regulatory approvals in the U.K. and European Union.

Thousands of Amazon workers will walk off the job today to fight for fair pay and COVID protections

11/27/2020

The organizations participating in the protests represent roughly 40,000 Amazon employees. They're based in Europe and Asia.

Trump says he will leave office if the Electoral College votes in Biden

11/27/2020

President Trump took questions from the press for the first time since Election Day.

China slaps 200% anti-dumping tariffs on Australian wine as relations continue to sour

11/26/2020

Treasury Wine Estates halted trading as shares slumped 13% as China-Australia relations continue to strain.

The trouble with lies: How to avoid the downside of tribalism

11/25/2020

When we stick too closely to our beliefs and like-minded people, we lose chances for learning, connection and thriving.

How willing is your organization to walk away from low-margin business?

11/24/2020

The most recent SmartBrief on Leadership poll question: How willing is your organization to walk away from low-margin business?

It's time for business leaders to put good first

11/24/2020

Employees demand that businesses live a full life -- results, yes, but also fair and respectful treatment, and involvement within the community and on important national issues.

6 lessons learned from the forced remote workforce

11/24/2020

The coronavirus pandemic has affected every segment of American life, and particularly the way we work. Here are some of the lessons the remote workforce has taught us.

The genesis of racism: One leader's story

11/23/2020

Racism cannot be tolerated at work. That still leaves room for leaders investigate what fuels and underlies those feelings and behaviors.

Why it's time for businesses to kill the clipboard

11/23/2020

Work is digital, so why are so many companies still using pen, paper and clipboards?

Leadership behaviors during the new normal: Envision and engage

11/20/2020

How do leaders build trust across companies, especially big firms with many people and locations? Former P&G CEO Bob McDonald looks at 2 parts of the 5E Leadership Model.

Fingerprints: The key to getting your proposal implemented

11/19/2020

Your executive team proposal needs to be good, but you also need to be good at persuading key players to back you. Here's why.

Grow up and learn how to be grateful

11/18/2020

Hard times beset us all, but it's in those moments that we can become resilient. And that's something to be grateful for.

Follow the leaders for entrepreneurial success

11/18/2020

How do people grow into leadership? Here's a case study of Allan Young's entrepreneurial, investor and leadership journey in this excerpt from "The Entrepreneur's Faces: How Makers, Visionaries and Outsiders Succeed."

There are many reasons to donate to charity this Giving Tuesday — but here’s a little added tax incentive

11/29/2020

‘There’s just so much need right now. Nonprofits don’t want to turn anyone away.’

The Margin: 9 things that Americans couldn’t possibly live without, according to the rest of the world

11/29/2020

America, the land of the free and the home of the overweight, loud-mouthed, evangelical, gun-loving warmongers?

: Trump administration to add China’s SMIC, CNOOC to export blacklist: report

11/29/2020

The Trump administration is set to add China's largest chip maker, SMIC, and oil giant CNOOC to its export blacklist, claiming they're owned or controlled by the Chinese military, Reuters reported Sunday.

The Wall Street Journal: Biden fills out his economic team, with eye on rapid recovery

11/29/2020

President-elect Joe Biden intends to nominate a team of liberal and centrist economic advisers to serve alongside planned Treasury Secretary nominee Janet Yellen, people familiar with his plans said Sunday, as he prepares to confront the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.

Election: Top party officials urge Georgia Republicans to stay unified ahead of key Senate runoffs

11/29/2020

The head of the Republican National Committee and the chairman of the Georgia Republic Party on Saturday urged party member to stay united and focused on the reelection of two incumbent GOP Senators in the special runoff elections in early January.

The Wall Street Journal: S&P Global poised to acquire IHS Markit for around $44 billion

11/29/2020

S&P Global Inc. is in advanced talks to acquire IHS Markit Ltd. for about $44 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, a landmark deal that would combine two of the largest providers of data to Wall Street.

The Wall Street Journal: Airbnb, DoorDash plan higher-than-expected valuations ahead of IPOs

11/29/2020

Airbnb Inc. and DoorDash Inc. are planning to release higher-than-expected valuation ranges for their initial public offerings, in the latest sign of strength in a booming market for new issues.

Key Words: Birx: Americans who gathered for Thanksgiving should ‘assume that you’re infected’

11/29/2020

Dr. Deborah Birx told CBS News she's "deeply worried" about the likelihood of a post-Thanksgiving surge, which could come on top of an already alarming nationwide surge.

NewsWatch: The Fed and the promise of a vaccine aren’t enough to protect investors from a ‘reckoning,’ top economist warns

11/29/2020

Mohamed El-Erian, president of Queens' College University and economic adviser to Allianz, isn't so sure the bull run will last and he explained why in a recent interview.

The Moneyist: My mother left a home in Savannah, Ga., on 5 acres. I want to sell. My brother threatened to sue me for harassment and ‘ruin me.’

11/29/2020

‘My sister also does not want to sell the property because it has been in the family for 90 years.’

Genentech gets FDA nod for new indication for Xofluza   

11/24/2020

Genentech’s Xofluza now is indicated to include post-exposure prevention of influenza for patients 12 years old and older after contact with a person with the flu.

Merck to acquire OncoImmune, potential COVID-19 treatment

11/24/2020

Merck will acquire Oncolmmune, which recently announced positive findings from a Phase 3 study of its candidate for the treatment of patients with severe and critical COVID-19.

PDX, NHIN and EHR Data founder Kenneth Hill Sr. dies

11/24/2020

EHR Data's founder and chairman of the board, Kenneth Hill Sr., passed away on Nov. 23, the company said.

Dolly Parton, American Greetings drop virtual holiday card line

11/24/2020

The A Holly Dolly Christmas Collection looks to bring joy, hope, love and laughter to families during the holiday season, the company said.

FDA gives Alembic tentative OK for generic AndroGel

11/24/2020

Testosterone gel has a market size of roughly $107 million for the 12 months ended September 2020, according to IQVIA.

Moocho’s cheese shreds go dairy free

11/24/2020

Moocho’s new dairy-free cheese shreds are available in three flavors — cheddar, mozzarella and fiesta blend.

Focus On: No Fade Fresh delivers convenient, clean hair color

11/24/2020

No Fade Fresh’s founder and CEO, Leland Hirsch, discusses how the pandemic gave an opening for the brand’s products to get on store shelves.

Biochem adds chocolate peppermint to Whey Isolate Protein line

11/24/2020

Biochem’s new chocolate peppermint flavor is free of sugar and made with non-GMO ingredients, the company said.

Wendland to mark 17th year moderating DSN Industry Issues Summit panel

11/24/2020

Hamacher Resource Group vice president of strategic relations Dave Wendland will be moderating a panel on Dec. 2 as part of DSN’s four-day virtual Industry Issues Summit.

Dollar Tree sales, estimates beat expectations in Q3

11/24/2020

Dollar Tree reported net sales increased by 7.5% to $6.177 billion and same-store sales increased by 5.1%, as well as plans to renovate approximately 1,250 Family Dollar stores in 2021.

Generics lineup: Highlighting top companies in generics

11/23/2020

This month, Drug Store News is highlighting the standouts of the generics industry dedicated to making drug cost savings possible, particularly at this critical time when the healthcare industry has been affected by COVID-19.

Strides Pharma obtains FDA OK for generic Deltasone

11/23/2020

Prednisone tablets had a market value of approximately $30 million, according to IQVIA September 2020 data.

Pfizer files patent infringement suit over Ibrance against Aurobindo, Dr. Reddy’s

11/23/2020

Pfizer is alleging that Aurobindo and Dr. Reddy's were planning separately to come out with generic versions of Ibrance before expiration of its patent.

HHS finalizes rule to eliminate drug rebates in Medicare Part D to lower drug prices

11/23/2020

The Association for Accessible Medicines praised HHS's final rule to eliminate drug rebates but noted further action is necessary to modernize the Medicare Part D program to ensure lower-cost generic and biosimilar medicines for patients.

Ferrero sweets ring in the holiday season

11/23/2020

Ferrero unveiled holiday-themed launches from several of its brands including Ferrero Rocher, Nutella, Kinder and Tic Tac.

Borden enters the salsa game

11/23/2020

Borden Creamy Salsa is available in three options — fire roasted, hot and mild.

Scotch Porter drops men’s fragrance line

11/23/2020

The It Hits Different fragrance collection from Scotch Porter consists of four scents — Glenwood, The Porter House, Miami Duppy and Badlands.

Camber intros generic Exalgo

11/23/2020

Camber's hydromorphone ER tablets are available in dosage strengths of 8 mg, 12 mg, 16 mg and 32 mg.

Walmart to put on drone light show in select cities

11/23/2020

Walmart will put on a drone light show in the skies of select communities that also will be available for nationwide viewing through a live broadcast.

Rite Aid expands age range for its COVID-19 tests

11/23/2020

Rite Aid is expanding the eligible age range for testing and planning to add testing to 1,000 drive-thru locations.

Le-Vel’s Thrive Plus line hydrates, boosts energy

11/22/2020

Le-Vel’s Thrive Plus line is available in two formulas — with or without natural caffeine from green tea, the company said.

Hy-Vee reinstates reserved shopping hour for those at high risk for COVID-19

11/22/2020

A reserved shopping hour will be offered at all Hy-Vee locations from Monday through Friday, dedicated for customers 60 years old and older, expectant mothers and anyone with an underlying health condition.

Regeneron’s COVID-19 cocktail gets FDA emergency use authorization

11/22/2020

Initial doses of Regeneron's antibody cocktail will be made available to approximately 300,000 patients, with no medication out-of-pocket costs, under a U.S. government allocation program.

AstraZeneca’s Oxford COVID-19 vaccine found to be highly effective

11/22/2020

AstraZeneca expects to manufacture up to 3 billion doses of a COVID-19 vaccine in 2021 on a rolling basis, pending regulatory approval.

CVS Health picks Montgomery to lead CVS Pharmacy

11/22/2020

Neela Montgomery, former CEO of Crate & Barrel, will serve as executive vice president and president of CVS Pharmacy/retail, overseeing the company's 10,000 pharmacies.

Walmart Health moves into Chicago neighborhoods

11/22/2020

Two Walmart Health locations have opened in the neighborhoods of Chatham and Austin, with additional openings planned for 2021 in Florida.

Danone North America brands get into the holiday spirit

11/22/2020

Danone North America unveiled holiday-themed launches from its Silk, So Delicious Dairy Free, Horizon and Light & Fit brands.

Pantene, Head & Shoulders partner on STEM scholarships

11/22/2020

Royal Oils by Head & Shoulders and Gold Series from Pantene have partnered on the Rooted in Science Scholarship, which will be awarded to Black women pursuing a degree in STEM.

CBD Living's new labels emphasize benefits

11/22/2020

On the labels, CBD Living's products will be identified with one of five categories — Calming, Energy, Immunity, Relief and Sleep — and will call out such features as gluten-free and vegan.

Housewares industry sees record growth amid pandemic

11/22/2020

Leana Salamah, vice president of marketing for the International Housewares Association, discusses how the home and housewares industry discovered its own essential nature for consumers during the pandemic.

M&M’s receives white chocolate sugar cookie makeover

11/19/2020

M&M’s new white chocolate sugar cookie candies feature a white chocolate and sugar cookie-flavored shell and crispy center, the company said.

Vital Proteins partners with Jennifer Aniston

11/19/2020

Vital Proteins announced that actress Jennifer Aniston, its new chief creative officer, will be starring in a campaign that showcases how she uses its products on a daily basis.

Dollar General plans in-store holiday donation campaigns

11/19/2020

Dollar General is hosting in-store collection events and providing $485,000 in donations to benefit local toy drives, including the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Hy-Vee to provide Thanksgiving meals to 80K people in need

11/19/2020

More than 260 Hy-Vee and Dollar Fresh stores are donating up to 100 meal kits each to a local non-profit partner in their community who will distribute the meals to local families in need this Thanksgiving.

Kinney Drugs plans to administer future COVID-19 vaccines

11/19/2020

Kinney Drugs said that its pharmacists are ready to administer COVID-19 vaccines, when approved by the Food and Drug Administration, at 96 pharmacies in New York and Vermont.

iA expands executive leadership team

11/19/2020

Recently rebranded iA announced an expansion of its leadership roster, along with several promotions.

FDA grants emergency use authorization for Lilly’s baricitinib as combination COVID-19 treatment

11/19/2020

Eli Lilly and Incyte have received emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration for baricitinib in combination with remdesivir in hospitalized adult and pediatric patients age 2 years old or older with COVID-19.

KVD Vegan Beauty’s holiday launches feature a recycled palette

11/19/2020

KVD Vegan Beauty’s holiday launches include a fully recyclable eyeshadow palette, shimmering eyeshadow sticks, vegan false eyelashes and several gift bundles.

NACDS Foundation announces $130K in scholarships

11/19/2020

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation is awarding $130,000 in scholarships and grants to advance patient care through pharmacy education.

Pharmacies are key to ensuring patient access to COVID-19 vaccine

11/19/2020

Rich Tremonte, executive vice president of community and specialty pharmacy at AmerisourceBergen, explains how pharmacies can play a critical role in supporting a COVID-19 vaccine.

How to be ready for anything in 2021

11/19/2020

With the new year looming, David Orgel urges retailers to forget about predicting the future and focus instead on essential strategies.

Hy-Vee kicks off push to add 10,000 new employees 

11/18/2020

Hy-Vee plans to fill 10,000 jobs across its eight-state region, as well as at its distribution centers in Chariton, Iowa and Cherokee, Iowa.

Murad’s newest serum reduces dark spot appearance, hyperpigmentation

11/18/2020

Murad’s Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum aims to reduce the look of dark spots and hyperpigmentation on the skin.

Dollar General front-line workers get increased bonus payout

11/18/2020

The retailer announced plans to award approximately $50 million in additional appreciation bonuses to eligible front-line employees in the fourth quarter.

Kroger partners with NFL’s Derrick Henry to highlight COVID-19 testing options

11/18/2020

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry is helping Kroger Health drive awareness of the company’s COVID-19 testing capabilities and flu shot availability.

Schnucks launches supplier diversity program

11/18/2020

Schnucks merchandising leaders will be working to identify local suppliers that are at least 51% owned, operated and managed by individuals that are disabled, LGBT, military veterans, minorities and/or women.

CHPA adds 2 board members

11/18/2020

In addition to adding board members from Blistex and Nature’s Bounty, the Consumer Healthcare Products Association named two members to the board of the CHPA Educational Foundation.

Walgreens reinvents its loyalty program with myWalgreens launch

11/18/2020

Walgreens has completely overhauled its customer loyalty program and mobile app to be more health- and wellness-centered and highlight the company’s omnichannel offerings to make the shopping experience more seamless.

Ahold Delhaize, Centerbridge Partners acquire FreshDirect

11/18/2020

Ahold Delhaize will hold a majority of FreshDirect’s shares, while Centerbridge Partners will be a minority equity investor with a 20% stake.

Ocean Spray intros functional, infused beverage line

11/18/2020

Ocean Spray’s B1U beverage line is available in four options — I need a boost, I need rhythm, I need immunity, and I need power.

Earnest Eats Snacking Avocados

11/29/2020

Freeze-dried superfood treat enables healthy noshing

Aura Cacia Spray Hand Sanitizers

11/29/2020

Product line contains no synthetic fragrances or colors

Violife Epic Dairy Free Festive Platter

11/29/2020

Limited-edition item caters to vegans, those with dietary restrictions

Publix Sued Over Employee’s COVID-19 Death

11/24/2020

Family alleges deli associate wasn’t allowed to wear a mask

Instacart Adds Another Big Latino Grocery Player

11/24/2020

Company is launching same-day delivery with Vallarta Supermarkets

ShopRite Makes Hazard Pay Deal

11/24/2020

Agreement involves 50,000 workers

Costco, Schnucks Team With Produce Supplier to Give Back During Holidays

11/23/2020

G&R Farms is a grower, packer and shipper of sweet onions

Kroger Sets New Fulfillment Goals

11/23/2020

Retailer works with Ocado on expansion plans

Ocean Spray Farmers for Chefs Alliance Launches

11/23/2020

Partnership aims to help independent restaurants in Massachusetts

Aldi to Open 1st Philly Mixed-Use Development Store

11/23/2020

Downtown location also has chain’s largest sales floor space in city

Dollar Tree Touts Store Renovation Success

11/23/2020

Q3 brings a 7.5% increase in net sales

Albertsons Enhances Employee Health Screening Process

11/23/2020

Retailer implements contactless temperature checks for associates and vendors

Stop & Shop Survey Reveals Silver Linings of Virtual Thanksgiving

11/23/2020

Respondents are looking forward to cozy clothing and easy cleanup

Saladworks Comes to Kroger

11/23/2020

Fast-casual restaurant concept opened Nov. 20 in Cincinnati store

How the Holidays Could Help Food Retailers

11/23/2020

Home cooking continues to gain ground but consumers seek more variety

Shipt Goes Global in Minnesota

11/23/2020

Company to offer same-day delivery from Midtown Global Market

Smart & Final Tackles Food Insecurity

11/23/2020

Grocer launches 10th annual PastaThon fundraiser

Fred Meyer to Have OnPoint Community Credit Union Locations

11/22/2020

20 branches will open in retail chain's stores next year

Walmart Health Debuts in Chicago

11/22/2020

Locations at 2 remodeled area stores

Giant Co. Introduces Cyber Days

11/22/2020

Savings on online purchases run Nov. 30-Dec. 3

Loblaw Continues to Revolutionize Canadian Health Care

11/22/2020

The PC Health app includes live chat with registered nurses and dietitians

U.S.’ 1st South Asian Local Food and Grocery Marketplace Grows

11/22/2020

Quicklly chooses Bay Area as inaugural expansion market

Walmart Is Delivering Christmas Trees to Consumers' Doors

11/22/2020

Retailer teams with Handy to make holidays easier

HelloFresh Acquires Factor75 Meal Kit Startup

11/22/2020

Meal kit giant takes next step in long-term U.S. growth plan

Shipt Again Expands its Shopper Community

11/22/2020

An additional 50K shoppers will be onboarded this holiday season

Albertsons Targets Flash-Frozen Meals for Busy Families

11/22/2020

Open Nature Savory Skillet Meals are ready in minutes using only 1 pan

Hy-Vee Revives Reserved Hour for High-Risk Shoppers

11/22/2020

Grocer responds to rising COVID-19 cases

Cardenas Markets Debuts Fully Prepared Holiday Dinners

11/19/2020

5 options available ready to heat or already heated

Natural Grocers Racks Up Double-Digit Q4 Sales Amid Pandemic

11/19/2020

Retailer logs highest annual net sales in its history

Instacart Expands Wine Delivery Ahead of Stay-At-Home Holidays

11/19/2020

The Wine Shop customers in 39 states and Washington D.C. now can have wine boxes delivered

Bashas’ Helps with Navajo and Hopi Pandemic Relief

11/19/2020

Virus is hitting Native American communities hard

How Will Thanksgiving Play Out for Food Retailers?

11/19/2020

The pandemic brings big changes for consumers and grocers

Shipt Expands Grocery Delivery

11/19/2020

Newest push involves food retailer Lunds & Byerlys

BJ's Sees 'Remarkable' Q3 Performance

11/18/2020

Club operator adds more new members

Save Mart Stores Offer Ready-to-Serve Holiday Meals

11/18/2020

Solutions include Thanksgiving dinner for 2 for $19.99

Afresh Increases Momentum With New Funding

11/18/2020

Round led by Food Retail Ventures

Albertsons Expands Digital Shopping to More Customers

11/18/2020

Retailer now accepts SNAP EBT payments for Drive Up & Go Service orders

Walgreens Reinvents Loyalty Program

11/18/2020

New benefits include same-day retail pickup in as little as 30 minutes

Smart & Final Upgrades Store Operations

11/18/2020

Food retailer deploys Zenput technology

Pinpoint Software, MCA Partner on Shelf Life Management

11/18/2020

North American partnership to help grocery retailers better manage product expiration dates in stores

UNFI Unveils 2020 Master Marketer Award Winners

11/18/2020

Cayman Islands grocer garners top honors

Postmates Order Trends Help Define Pandemic Year

11/18/2020

As pantry loading restarts, a look back at food and retail highlights

Schnucks Rolls Out Supplier Diversity Program

11/18/2020

Grocer aims to expand reach of new vendors

Walmart Doubles Number of Personal Shoppers

11/17/2020

Move comes ahead of the holidays

Southeastern Grocers Donating 8K Turkeys

11/17/2020

22 events aim to help needy community members enjoy Thanksgiving

Target’s Grocery and Online Growth Help Drive Q3 Gains

11/17/2020

Same-day delivery services also grew significantly

Food Retail Vet Allan Noddle Honored by Alma Mater

11/17/2020

Award winner held senior roles at Daymon, Ahold

Online Grocer Farmstead Raises $7.9M to Accelerate Expansion

11/17/2020

Company known for leveraging proprietary AI tech and a dark-store model

Santa Visits Sam’s Club Members Via Zoom

11/17/2020

Club retailer offering members free virtual sessions to entice holiday shoppers

Dollar General Offers New Bonuses for Employees

11/17/2020

As pandemic surges, more workers get new rewards

In Mass., mall to be replaced by distribution center

11/24/2020

Greendale Mall in Worcester could serve as the poster child for COVID-19’s acceleration of online shopping and demand for merchandise fulfillment services.

Gap earnings falls short but ‘optimistic’ about Q4; online sales up 61%

11/24/2020

Gap Inc. reported third-quarter earnings that just missed Wall Street expectations amid strong performances from both Old Navy and Athleta.

Nordstrom Q3 earnings top expectations; digital surges to 54% of total sales

11/24/2020

Nordstrom reported third-quarter earnings that bested analysts forecasts, helped by strong growth online.

Global fashion retailer personalizes online shopping with AWS

11/24/2020

Germany-based Zalando is running its machine learning workloads on Amazon Web Services (AWS) to reduce time-to-market of new online customer experience features.

Best Buy exec joins Gap Inc. in newly created leadership position

11/24/2020

Gap Inc. has made two additions to its senior team, naming its first-ever chief growth officer and a new CEO for Banana Republic.

The retail brands with strong emotional connections to customers are…

11/24/2020

The retail industry ranked three overall out of 10 industries in a study of brands based on emotional connections made with customers during the pandemic.

Exclusive Q&A: Shipt Driven manages last mile for Best Buy deliveries

11/24/2020

Retailers including Best Buy support proprietary same-day delivery programs with the Shipt Driven service.

Victoria’s Secret names new CEO, other leadership appointments

11/24/2020

A company veteran has taken over the reins at Victoria’s Secret. 

Survey: Supply chain execs seek change post-COVID-19

11/24/2020

Most supply chain organizations are struggling with the ongoing impact of COVID-19.

Foot Locker expands ‘power store’ concept to Canada

11/24/2020

Foot Locker is adding two new locations for its community-based “power” store format. 

Retailers jump on ‘buy now, pay later’ trend as holidays approach

11/24/2020

Leading retail chains including Neiman Marcus, Saks Off 5th, GameStop, and Express are adopting various omnichannel flex payment platforms.

ForMe Life in national store rollout at Westfield shopping centers

11/24/2020

A luxury at-home fitness company that offers a smart exercise mirror is expanding in malls across the country.

Dick’s Sporting Goods to launch new retail concept

11/24/2020

Dick’s Sporting Goods is going all-in on the outdoors and CEO Ed Stack is leading the charge.

Home Depot settles 2014 data-breach case

11/24/2020

Home Depot has agreed with 46 states and the District of Columbia to payout $17.5 million -- to be shared among the states -- to settle a 2014 data breach case.

CPG: ‘Big six’ retailers up 18.5% combined, pointing to record holiday sales

11/24/2020

Customer Growth Partners has updated its holiday forecast to a 5.8% year-over-year growth, to a record $749 billion.

Happy Thanksgiving from Chain Store Age

11/23/2020

The team at Chain Store Age would like to wish our readers, your families, and friends a Happy Thanksgiving holiday.

CSA Exclusive: Piercing Pagoda expanding as demand rises

11/23/2020

The country’s largest specialty kiosk retailer sees plenty of opportunities to expand — even amid the pandemic.

Dick’s Sporting Goods names new CEO as Q3 earnings crush estimates

11/23/2020

The man who built Dick’s Sporting Goods into the nation’s largest sporting goods retailer is stepping down as CEO.

Walmart eases holiday gifting with new digital features

11/23/2020

Online Walmart shoppers can now shop for gifts with an expanded set of filters, and keep their holiday purchases secret.

Dollar Tree in ‘very good start’ to holiday amid strong Q3; to renovate 1,250 stores

11/23/2020

Dollar Tree reported third-quarter sales and earnings that beat estimates and sounded an upbeat note about the holiday season. 

Exclusive Q&A: Shopify sees TikTok as part of omnichannel strategy

11/23/2020

Shopify’s recent e-commerce partnership with TikTok fits into its larger goal of reaching high-value customers via their preferred channel.

eBay expands financial, educational assistance for small sellers

11/23/2020

2020 continues to be the year of the small seller on eBay.

Kroger will bring next-gen fulfillment to Southern hub, in stores

11/23/2020

The Kroger Co. is expanding its collaboration with online grocery retailer Ocado to deploy leading-edge automated supply chain technology to a new warehouse and across its physical stores.

Abercrombie to close more flagships; posts better-than-expected Q3

11/23/2020

Abercrombie & Fitch easily topped Wall Street estimates for quarterly sales and earnings amid cost controls and strong online demand.

ICSC: Shoppers to spend $470 during Thanksgiving weekend

11/23/2020

Most (85%) shoppers expect to shop in the period that starts on Thanksgiving and ends on Cyber Monday. 

Best Buy in strong top- and bottom-line growth as online sales soar; to exit Mexico

11/23/2020

Best Buy Co. reported third-quarter profit, revenue and same-store sales that were above expectations, but sounded a warning note about the holiday season.

Walmart using stores to fulfill some online holiday orders

11/23/2020

Walmart is leveraging its vast brick-and-mortar network to bolster its capability to quickly deliver online holiday purchases.

J. Crew Group’s CEO departs; successor named

11/23/2020

J. Crew Group has promoted a company veteran to its top post.

Four in 10 consumers have holiday shopped drunk

11/22/2020

Some consumers may find holiday surprises on their doorstep – gifts they bought while under the influence. According to a new survey of 2,000 U.S.

Guitar Center files for bankruptcy as it looks to reduce debt

11/22/2020

Guitar Center has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with plans to reduce its debt by $800 million. The largest seller of musical equipment in the U.S.  said it plans to keep its nearly 300 U.S.

Former CEO of Create & Barrel to head up CVS Pharmacy

11/22/2020

CVS Health Corp. has named a retail and digital veteran to lead its pharmacy and retail division.

Shipt keeps on giving more seasonal shopper roles

11/22/2020

A Target-owned online delivery platform is hiring another large batch of temporary employees in time for the holiday rush. Shipt is adding 50,000 more shoppers to its national network this holiday season after seeing increased, early demand

Rent-A-Center digitally extends lease-to-own purchase power 

11/22/2020

Rent-A-Center Inc. is launching a new app and platform that enable consumers to lease products to own at retailers of their choice. The lease-to-own retailer is providing these digital tools via its Preferred Dynamix fintech company.

Survey: Well-managed online returns lead to happy customers

11/22/2020

E-commerce retailers should not overlook the importance of their returns experience to customer perception and satisfaction. According to a new consumer survey from e-commerce solutions provider Doddle, 87% of respondents say the returns experien

Walmart Health expands to Illinois; Florida is next

11/22/2020

Walmart Inc. has brought its freestanding health care format to Chicago.

Walmart teaming with Intel to offer holiday light show — via drones

11/22/2020

Walmart Inc.

Amazon physical stores now serve as online package pickup points

11/22/2020

Amazon is leveraging some of its brick-and-mortar stores for omnichannel purchase fulfillment. New for the holiday season, Amazon customers can pick up online orders from the e-tailer at Amazon 4-star or Amazon Books physical

Walmart acquires last mile delivery platform

11/22/2020

Walmart is continuing to strengthen its in-house capability to deliver online orders. The discount giant is purchasing the talent, technology platform, and intellectual property of JoyRun, a Silicon Valley-based startup.

NRF: Holiday sales to rise 3.6% to 5.2% in ‘strong finish’ to 2020 

11/22/2020

The National Retail Federation issued an upbeat holiday forecast despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, citing a strong stock market, rising home values and record personal saving rates.

Deloitte: Consumers growing more anxious about in-store shopping; safety is key

11/22/2020

More consumers plan to shop online (61%) than in-store (54%) on Black Friday. The findings are part of a new survey by Deloitte, which revealed that 57% of shoppers are anxious about shopping in-store during the holiday season due to the pandemic

Customer-Focused Cleaning: Disinfecting Strategies for Retailers in the Era of COVID-19

11/19/2020

Retailers have always sought to provide a safe environment for their customers.

Foot Locker smashes profit, sales estimates; temporary store closures resume

11/19/2020

Foot Locker Inc. delivered strong top- and bottom-line growth in the third quarter with profit and same-store sales blew past expectations.

Lululemon names first female CFO

11/19/2020

Lululemon Athletica Inc. is getting a new finance head.

Kendra Scott preps the enterprise for holiday rush

11/19/2020

A fast-growing specialty jewelry retailer is enhancing its brick-and-mortar stores, e-commerce, customer loyalty program and supply chain in time for the holidays. 

Walmart targets home chefs with new shoppable video hub

11/19/2020

Walmart is recruiting celebrities to produce custom interactive content with an e-commerce component.

Advance Auto Parts drives away unauthorized web ads

11/19/2020

A leading aftermarket auto parts retailer is increasing customer conversion rates by preventing “hijacking” of shoppers’ online journeys.

20% more people will do holiday shopping online this year

11/19/2020

Eighty-six percent of consumers surveyed about their 2021 holiday shopping plans said they would do their shopping online this year.

Naturalizer to close stores in shift to online

11/19/2020

The nearly 100-year-old Naturalizer brand is making a big pivot to digital.

Westfield opens DTC showrooms in NYC and Silicon Valley

11/19/2020

Unibail Rodamco Westfield has opened another Brik + Clik showroom at Westfield World Trade Center in New York.

7-Eleven expands new store format

11/19/2020

7-Eleven has opened the fifth location of its new “evolution” store concept. 

Meatpacking plant outbreaks tied to COVID-19?s early spread in U.S.

11/25/2020

Up to eight percent of early cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. were directly tied to meatpacking plants around the country, according to researchers at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. Communities that shut down plants saw less spread than those where they continued…

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New unemployment claims jumped 78K in last week

11/25/2020

More than 827,000 Americans filed first-time applications for unemployment benefits in the past week. That’s up 78,000 from the previous week and more than 100,000 from the first week in November.

Millions of Americans go hungry as pandemic cases spike

11/25/2020

More Americans than at any point in the novel coronavirus pandemic are going without food, according to a Washington Post analysis of federal data. One in eight American adults, nearly 26 million people, sometimes or often have not had enough food to eat over the past week. The worst hit area has been Houston, TX,…

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Retailers have developed pandemic workarounds for the holidays

11/25/2020

Chains including Abercrombie & Fitch, American Eagle, Best Buy and Gap are concerned about the impact the current spike in novel coronavirus cases may have on their ability to generate sales during the holiday season. With so much uncertainty as to whether stores will be allowed to remain open, retailers are focusing much of their…

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Consumers urged not to rack up holiday debt

11/25/2020

Organizations are campaigning for consumers to be a little less “consumery” this holiday season to avoid piling up debt. Americans added $1,325 in average debt last year as they bought holiday gifts and other items on credit, according to a post-holiday survey by MagnifyMoney.

Nordstrom outpaces Wall Street?s expectations

11/25/2020

Nordstrom reported that third quarter sales picked up as stores reopened and consumers continued shopping on the department store’s website. The retailer reported that digital sales represented 54 percent of its total during the period. Earnings per share were 34 cents compared to an expected loss of six cents.

Best Buy to close all its Mexican stores

11/25/2020

Best Buy is permanently closing all its stores in Mexico, having determined that a spike in COVID-19 cases in that country would negatively impact its overall performance. The consumer electronics retailer operates 49 stores in Mexico.

Home Depot settles 2014 data breach suit

11/25/2020

Home Depot has agreed to pay $17.5 million to settle a lawsuit brought by 46 states against the retailer after it suffered a 2014 data breach exposing payment information on 40,000 of the chain’s customers.

Grocery workers see health risks increasing as COVID cases spike

11/24/2020

It’s hard to believe that people would let down their guards when the numbers of cases, hospitalizations and deaths from COVID-19 have been spiking across most of the U.S. but grocery workers represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers union say that is happening in many locations. The union reports that it has lost…

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NRF forecasts a merry Christmas for retailers

11/24/2020

The National Retail Federation is forecasting a sales increase of between 3.6 percent and 5.2 percent for the last two months of the year. “We know we’ve got momentum as we head into the season,” said NRF CEO Matthew Shay. “We’ve seen consumers very, very engaged, looking for opportunities to celebrate.”

How PepsiCo Leverages Relationships to Drive Consumers

11/24/2020

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Consumer Brands Association Comments on New Mexico Governor?s Lockdown Restrictions

11/19/2020

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Standardized Data is the First Step to Saving American Recycling

11/13/2020

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Meeting the Expectations of the 21st Century Investor

11/13/2020

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Holiday Forecast Estimates CPG Purchases Will Rise 9.5-11.5%

11/12/2020

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Consumer Brands Honors Curtis Picard and Christine Cummings with Excellence in Government Affairs Award

11/11/2020

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The 2020 Election, Explained for CPG

11/10/2020

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Consumer Brands Statement on Funding for Enhanced Regulatory Activities and Research of CBD

11/10/2020

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What a Biden Administration Means for CPG

11/09/2020

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How Communications Shaped the Pandemic

11/03/2020

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The Week Ahead: Amazon hosts cloud services event and Web Summit goes virtual

11/29/2020

A look at some of the happenings over the next five days of interest to marketers, agencies and media players.

Opinion: Zappos' Tony Hsieh left a critical legacy of reinventing customer service

11/29/2020

No one will ever fill Tony’s shoes, but we can certainly do our best to walk in them.

Watch the newest commercials on TV from Subaru, Headspace, SiriusXM and more

11/27/2020

Headspace, the meditation app, promotes a free trial offer.

Geico backs MLB?s ?Field of Dreams? game and McCormick makes a hot deal: Trending

11/27/2020

The week’s winners, losers and newsmakers.

So long, Black Friday ... don?t let the doorbusters hit you on the way out

11/27/2020

The pandemic has seemingly dealt a fatal blow to America's annual shopping blowout, but retailers and marketers won't be shedding too many tears.

Uncomfortable Conversations: How one DE&I consultant is pushing agency CEOs for real change

11/27/2020

Lauren Tucker's Do What Matters has advised shops like The Martin Agency, Noble People and Periscope, as well as its parent Quad/Graphics.

Opinion: Cookies are on the way out, but you can still be master of your data destiny

11/27/2020

For brands and publishers alike, this is our moment to start building direct, more relevant relationships with consumers.

Steve Carell is an overbearing, stress-eating, work-from-home Santa in Xfinity's holiday ad

11/26/2020

Goodby Silverstein & Partners' short film runs during NBC's broadcast of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Watch the newest commercials on TV from PayPal, Nintendo, Liberty Mutual and more

11/25/2020

Brie Larson plays some of her favorite Nintendo Switch games.

Facebook offers millions of dollars in refunds to advertisers tripped by measurement mistake

11/25/2020

Social network overstated performance of campaigns and is now compensating affected brands.

5 Questions with Diego Zaccaria, Creative Director of the Centre du Graphisme

11/17/2020

What do museums, sports and design have in common? They’re all conduits for culture – helping us foster a sense of community. read more:

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5 Questions with Will Harrison, Head of Brand Marketing at The AA

11/04/2020

The AA – originally the Automobile Association – was formed in Britain in 1905 as a motorists’ mutual aid organisation. While its read more:

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Brand Moves for Thursday October 15

10/15/2020

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Brand Moves for Wednesday October 14

10/14/2020

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Brand News for Tuesday October 13

10/13/2020

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Brand Moves for Monday October 12

10/12/2020

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Brand Moves for Friday October 9

10/09/2020

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Brand Moves for Thursday October 8

10/08/2020

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Brand Moves for Wednesday October 7

10/07/2020

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Brand Moves for Tuesday October 6

10/06/2020

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