Apparel

December 23 is shaping up as a crucial day for retailers.

Knoebel Construction announced it has completed the 270,000 sq.-ft. Shoppes at Mid Rivers in St. Peters, Missouri, across the highway from Mid Rivers Mall.

Long-time CBL Properties veteran Randy Owens has been named VP of leasing at the big mall owner, CEO Stephen Lebovitz announced.

From national chains to online startups to imports, the past year saw an influx of new players into New York City. Here's my annual list of faves:

Lilly Pulitzer is better connecting with shoppers on the go — but not through a dedicated mobile app.

JD.com is entering into a new alliance that could put some heat on online rival Alibaba.

Just one 5,000-sq.-ft. space remains available at Peace Haven Village, a new Publix-anchored center in the Winston-Salem suburb of Clemmons, N.C., developed by The Morgan Companies.

Men’s apparel is making a strong showing this holiday season.