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Opinion: SKKN’s Second Chance in Beauty Could Depend on SKIMS

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.

DTC Beauty Brands Will Outpace Established Luxury Names Online

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.

Luxury Brands Wrestle With Gen Z’s Embrace of Affordable Dupes, Report

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.

American Malls Have Rebounded Thanks To Beauty Retailers

Department stores like Macy’s are eerily quiet, with racks of unsold inventory, sparsely scattered customers, and a palpable sense of retail decline.

Lululemon stock plunge, expert analysis; athleisure market oversaturated

The signs are unmistakable. After years of seemingly unstoppable growth, premium athleisure appears to be hitting a wall.

Gen Z's Pet Obsession Fuels $150 Billion Retail Pet Care Boom

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.

Macy’s Taps into $9.8B Inclusive Fashion Market with Good American

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.

How Department Stores Can Win Millennial and Gen Z Shoppers, Report

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.

The $600 Billion Question: Can SKIMS Disrupt Beauty Like It Did Shapewear?

Kim Kardashian has brought her beauty and lifestyle brands under one roof in a strategic move to unify her business ventures.

Why SHEIN, Vuori & Resale Platforms Outperformed Legacy Retail in 2025, Report

As the retail industry navigates an increasingly competitive market, consumer behavior is undergoing significant shifts driven by technological advancements and economic factors.

Primark Brings Value-Driven Fashion to More Southern States in SC, TX, and GA

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.

Ghana Drowns in 15 Million Pieces of Unsold Clothing Weekly, Greenpeace Report

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 Star-Studded Collaborations Redefine Fast Fashion Marketing

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.

Inside the $179.5 Billion Surge in Retail Media Networks for 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.

ThredUp Predicts $40 Billion Online Resale Market by 2029

The online resale market is experiencing a remarkable boom, according to ThredUp’s 13th annual Resale Report released this week.

Ulta Beauty Stock Soars 7% as Global Beauty Market Nears $650 Billion

Ulta Beauty’s latest financial results highlight a resilient performance amid economic headwinds, blending strong holiday momentum with cautious forward guidance.

Rag & Bone Expands into Luxury Handbag Market with GUESS and Signal Brands

GUESS? and WHP Global, co-owners of the New York-based fashion brand rag & bone, have announced a five-year licensing partnership with Signal Brands to expand the brand’s handbags and small leather goods category.

Global Fast Fashion Will Triple by 2033 as Digital Shopping Reshapes Markets

The rapid expansion of the fast fashion market is fueled by several key factors, including increased disposable income across demographics, particularly in emerging economies where a strong middle class is eager to emulate global fashion trends.

H&M Launches Collection Starring Tyla, FKA Twigs, and Caroline Polachek

The fusion of music and fashion continues to shape H&M’s marketing strategy and continues the brand’s tradition of collaborating with musicians to create impactful fashion campaigns.