Apparel

Hudson’s Bay provides uniforms for Canadian Olympic team
Team Canada will represent its country at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games outfitted in clothing from Hudson’s Bay.
Consumers will return to pre-pandemic back-to-school shopping habits
As COVID-19 shows signs of receding, consumers are returning to stores and starting earlier for their back-to-school shopping needs.

Departing with traditional returns

Merchandise returns are just a cost of doing business—a big cost!
Gap integrates rewards program among its four brands

Gap Inc. is combining the previous credit card and loyalty programs under Navyist Rewards, Gap Good Rewards, Banana Republic Rewards, and Athleta Rewards.
What’s old is new again at Madewell – with help from ThredUp

Madewell and ThredUp Inc. are jointly launching "Madewell Forever" — Madewell's new resale platform.
Victoria’s Secret to test ‘store of future,’ updating existing stores

Victoria’s Secret is updating its stores.
Nordstrom promotes veteran exec to chief HR role

Nordstrom is putting a familiar face in the position of chief human resources officer.
Verishop goes where Gen Z is - Snapchat

A youth-focused e-commerce retailer is creating a digital experience within a Gen Z-friendly social platform.
Price spikes boost Q2 consumer spending; retailers face costly holiday

The Q2 Salesforce Shopping Index indicates digital revenue growth is slowing, but online prices are being impacted by rising inflation.
IoT powers up retail energy savings and cost reductions

A few years ago, a national retailer discovered they could save more than $2.5 million annually by making some simple operational changes.
Back-to-school spending will hit all-time high

The National Retail Federation expects consumers to spend record amounts for both school and college supplies as students prepare to return to in-person classrooms.
Macy’s introduces new private label apparel brand

The Macy’s “And Now This” private label brand is launching in ready-to-wear and men’s categories.