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Behold the Appointment Shopper: Efficient Consumers Look to Buy on Their Time
October 12, 2021

Over the past several months, retailers and consumers have been working to identify which pandemic-era habits are likely to stick around — curbside pickup for online orders, probably yes; wearing pajamas all day, most likely no. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Dr. Martens Debuts Immersive Pop-Up at Nordstrom NYC
October 12, 2021

Nordstrom has opened a pop-up partnership with footwear brand Dr. Martens on the New York City store’s revolving Center Stage, allowing customers to shop from a limited-release collection of 30 products through Nov. 7. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Signet Jewelers to Acquire Diamonds Direct
October 12, 2021

Diamond jewelry retailer Signet Jewelers announced Tuesday (Oct. 12) it has agreed to acquire destination jeweler Diamonds Direct USA Inc., which serves primarily luxury-oriented bridal customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Today in Retail: Rising Cotton Prices Hit Apparel Brands; Walmart Adds Netflix Merchandise
October 11, 2021

In today’s top retail news, cotton prices have hit their highest level since 2011, adding to the issues apparel brands are facing, while Walmart is partnering with Netflix on products based on the streaming giant’s top shows. Also, British online retailer ASOS is parting ways...

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For D2C Snack Boxes, SKU Count Is the Difference Between Flopping and Thriving  
October 11, 2021

During the early months of the pandemic, direct-to-consumer (D2C) businesses saw their delivery-only model grow in popularity, as contagion concerns kept consumers out of brick-and-mortar shops. However, as people have returned to their lives away from home, D2C subscription services now have to work hard...

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Walmart Partners With Netflix on New Product Lines
October 11, 2021

Walmart and Netflix are joining forces to bring products celebrating some of the streaming service’s most popular kids’ shows to store shelves across the country in a partnership they’re calling the Netflix Hub, according to an announcement on Monday (Oct. 11). Get the Full Story...

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Rising Cotton Prices Intensify Headwinds for Apparel Brands
October 11, 2021

Cotton prices have hit a 10-year high, adding to the myriad issues facing apparel brands as they try to navigate increased transit times, factory shutdowns and other rising costs across the supply chain ahead of the holiday season, along with preparations for spring merchandise production....

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Separation of Store, eCommerce Operations Draws Increasing Interest
October 11, 2021

Decades ago, when consumers had only one way to shop — in store — retailers were able to focus all their efforts on optimizing that experience. But as eCommerce has risen and accelerated, brands have had their attentions divided between digital and physical, with online...

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Conversational Commerce May Be ‘Significant Portion’ of eCommerce Purchases Within Next Decade
October 11, 2021

As eCommerce continues to accelerate and communication becomes increasingly digital, some retail industry experts expect consumers and brands to begin texting and messaging with each other on a regular basis, leading to the rise of “conversational commerce,” or making purchases without leaving a messaging platform....