SKIMS transformed shapewear from functional undergarments into a fashion statement in just three years. Kim Kardashian’s brand, now valued at $4 billion, redefined an entire category through innovative designs, inclusive sizing, and masterful marketing.
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SKIMS transformed shapewear from functional undergarments into a fashion statement in just three years. Kim Kardashian’s brand, now valued at $4 billion, redefined an entire category through innovative designs, inclusive sizing, and masterful marketing.
The pristine beauty counters of luxury department stores are becoming relics of a bygone era. As shoppers migrate online in record numbers, the beauty industry is experiencing a seismic power shift that few could have predicted just five years ago.
The luxury retail landscape is being reshaped by the rise of “dupes”—affordable alternatives to high-end goods—as many consumers, particularly Gen Z, seek aspirational style without prohibitive price tags.
Department stores like Macy’s are eerily quiet, with racks of unsold inventory, sparsely scattered customers, and a palpable sense of retail decline.
The signs are unmistakable. After years of seemingly unstoppable growth, premium athleisure appears to be hitting a wall.
The US pet industry, now valued at $150.6 billion, is undergoing a radical transformation as retailers adapt to the demands of modern pet parents who view their animals as family.
Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede’s Good American, known for its size-inclusive denim and wardrobe essentials, has partnered with Macy’s to launch in 36 stores nationwide this spring, expanding to 79 locations by fall 2025.
US department stores, once pioneers of retail innovation, are at a critical juncture, facing declining sales, eroding customer loyalty, and an urgent need for transformational change, according to a new report by Bain & Company.
Kim Kardashian has brought her beauty and lifestyle brands under one roof in a strategic move to unify her business ventures.
As the retail industry navigates an increasingly competitive market, consumer behavior is undergoing significant shifts driven by technological advancements and economic factors.
Primark, the international clothing retailer renowned for its affordable fashion, is expanding its presence in the US South with three new store leases in South Carolina, Texas, and Georgia.
A new report by Greenpeace Africa and Greenpeace Germany has exposed the alarming environmental and public health impacts of the global second-hand clothing trade in Ghana.
H&M’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection, unveiled on March 20, 2025, celebrates femininity through a bohemian-meets-rock lens, blending nostalgic design with modern confidence.
As we approach the midpoint of 2025, the retail media landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, transforming the way brands connect with consumers and reshaping the advertising industry.
China’s luxury market experienced a significant decline in 2024, contracting by an estimated 18%–20%, according to Bain & Company’s latest report on the China Luxury Goods Market.
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