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Abu Dhabi’s fashion landscape gains a new avant-garde player as The Frankie Shop, the cult-favorite label renowned for minimalist, gender-neutral designs, launches its first Middle East retail experience.
Montreal-based fashion retailer Groupe Dynamite Incorporations announced plans to shutter up to 10 Canadian stores in fiscal 2025, primarily under its Dynamite and Garage banners, as part of a strategic shift to expand its US presence and navigate global tariff challenges.
Struggling fast-fashion giant Forever 21 is urging customers to redeem gift cards immediately, with all balances set to expire on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, as part of its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in six years.
Logistics leader Veho and shipping platform Shippo have expanded their partnership to provide 2-5 day premium delivery to over 300,000 e-commerce brands, empowering businesses to compete with Amazon-level service while reducing costs.
Global consumers are tightening budgets on everyday essentials while strategically splurging on experiences and joy-driven purchases, according to Deloitte’s latest ConsumerSignals report.
Wellness energy drink brand GORGIE, founded by entrepreneur Michelle Cordeiro Grant, has announced a major retail expansion into 863 Target stores nationwide, solidifying its position as the #1 fastest-growing energy drink in the natural channel.
Global fast-fashion giant SHEIN has teamed up with influencer Izzy Darnell to launch the SHEIN x Izzy Darnell Collection, a 44-piece prom line priced from $14 to $70, now available across Trend Stores GLAMRAE, Lovelzi, and SHEIN Belle.
In a landmark collaboration, Neiman Marcus and Ralph Lauren have unveiled Patchwork Americana, a 52-piece exclusive collection blending Ralph Lauren’s timeless design ethos with modern craftsmanship.
Italian luxury house Ferragamo has unveiled Fiamma, its first women’s fragrance under the creative direction of Maximilian Davis, blending timeless elegance with modern sustainability.
According to a recent survey conducted in 2025, watches and jewelry have emerged as the most coveted second-hand luxury items among China’s millionaires, with approximately 30 percent of wealthy respondents reporting regular purchases in this category.
Retailers close, cities evolve, and new opportunities emerge.
Against a backdrop of boarded storefronts and “For Lease” signs that have dominated Union Square’s narrative, Zara’s announcement of a new flagship store represents more than just another retail opening.
Global online retailer SHEIN has partnered with Lionsgate to launch a limited-edition “The Hunger Games” collection.
The 15th edition of the EY Future Consumer Index (FCI), released on March 27, 2025, has highlighted significant shifts in consumer behavior in the United States as inflation and economic uncertainty reshape purchasing habits.
Knix, the intimate apparel brand, has partnered with Holt Renfrew, Canada’s premier luxury retailer. This collaboration marks a milestone for Knix as it expands beyond its direct-to-consumer channels into premium wholesale distribution across six Holt Renfrew locations, including two pop-up stores in Toronto and Vancouver.
Saks Global has announced plans to keep the iconic Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store open through the 2025 holiday season while collaborating with the City of Dallas to explore a transformative vision for the location.
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.
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.
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.
Loyalty is the currency of retail success. But Kohl’s learned this lesson the hard way, watching its sales nosedive after shifting focus away from its core customer base.
Build-A-Bear Workshop capped off its fourth consecutive year of record financial performance, announcing robust fiscal 2024 results alongside a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend.