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Ebay to open sneaker pop-up in Chicago

Ebay is set to open a unique sneaker pop-up store in Chicago, celebrating the birth and rise of the iconic Air Jordan 1.

Christina Aguilera joins sexual wellness brand Playground

Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Christina Aguilera has recently joined Playground, a sexual wellness brand, as co-founder and chief brand advisor.

Revlon will shed $2.7B in debt as it exits bankruptcy

Revlon, a cosmetics giant with a 91-year history, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2022 due to its $3.5 billion debt load and pandemic-related disruptions.

What Brands Can Learn From Lululemon's Failed Mirror Acquisition

Brands can learn valuable lessons from Lululemon’s failed Mirror acquisition, which resulted in a $443 million loss.

Revolve Group Is Getting Into AI-Generated Brand Campaigns

Revolve, an upscale fashion e-tailer, has recently unveiled its groundbreaking AI-generated billboard campaign called “Best Trip.”

Online Retailer Goes Into Administration After Sales Plummet

A popular online fashion and homeware Australian-owned retailer, EziBuy has recently entered administration due to a significant decline in sales.

lululemon 'Like New' section is full of 50% off deals

Lululemon, a popular Canadian athletic apparel retailer, has recently launched its official resale platform called “lululemon Like New,”and it has some great deals up to 50% off retail.

Costco's Online Competitor Boxed.com., Files For Bankruptcy

The online bulk retailer, Boxed.com that had once experienced significant growth during the Covid-19 pandemic, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on April 2, 2023.

Lipstick Index: The Beauty Industry Is Holding It's Own Despite Inflation

The beauty industry has proven to be resilient in the face of economic challenges 2023, as evidenced by the lipstick index.

Express faces NYSE delisting

Express Inc., a well-known fashion retailer, faces delisting from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) due to its inability to meet the required trading criteria.

Bed Bath & Beyond sued by former CEO

Former Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Mark Tritton has filed a lawsuit against the company, accusing it of failing to honor his $6.765 million severance agreement.

Bath & Body Works Launches Skincare Brand Moxy

Bath & Body Works, a renowned brand in the personal care and home fragrance industry, has recently launched an entirely new product line called Moxy.

Neiman Marcus Group Goes Fur-Free

Neiman Marcus Group, a leading luxury fashion retailer, has announced its commitment to a fur-free future by 2023.

Lululemon shares up more than 10% after reporting Q4

Lululemon Athletica, a leading athletic apparel company, has continued to dominate the market with its impressive performance in 2022.

Bankrupt Morphe Owner Agrees to $690 Million Acquisition

Morphe, a Los Angeles-based cosmetics and beauty manufacturer founded in 2008, faced bankruptcy due to liquidity and operational issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, changes in consumer beauty habits, and the termination of partnerships with certain influencers.

Walmart Opens Applications for Beauty Brand Accelerator

The world-renowned retail giant, Walmart has come a long way since its inception in 1962, when Sam Walton opened the first store in Rogers, Arkansas.

High-End Consumers Crunch Numbers Amid Economic Caution

The global economy is facing a potential recession as we approach mid-2023, which will significantly impact consumer spending behavior.

H&M Extends Plus Size Options for US Market

Leading fashion retailer, H&M, has recently announced its commitment to inclusivity by extending its size options for the US market.

Walmart Removes Child's Game From Roblox: Will Other Retailers Follow?

Walmart recently removed its undisclosed Universe of Play advergame from the Roblox platform amid growing concerns about privacy and stealth marketing targeting children.

Kenzo vs Kenz Legal Battle Over Skincare Brand

Kenzo and Kenz Beauty are two distinct brands that have recently found themselves in a legal dispute.