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Nike's Air Jordan location in downtown Toronto is more than just a store: It’s an experience.

Amazon is eyeing its next private-label category.

When it comes to online shopping, teens are outspending their parents.

Nordstrom opened the doors on Tuesday to its newest full-line store, one that includes new store design concepts and services.   

The next generation of Nike's sneaker-focused boutique concept has opened in Tokyo.  

Amazon’s investments in the shoe business are paying off.   While 2017 is not even close to over, it is shaping up to being a strong year for shoes on Amazon. The company has already experienced 18% growth year-over-year during the first two quarters, alone. For 2016, Amazon had a total of 35% year-over-year growth, according to a study by One Click Retail.   

Amazon is extending its brick-and-mortar brand exposure, once again — albeit in an unconventional way.   Mattress retailer Tuft & Needle will open its newest store in October, in Seattle. And the self-funded specialty retailer is relying on Amazon’s technology and services to drive its success, according to ReCode.  

After several years of explosive growth, Under Armour is hunkering down amid increased competition and weaker demand. And the brand, best known for its performance edge, is putting a new emphasis on lifestyle.