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AI, Omnichannel and Social Commerce: Inside the 2024 D2C Transformation

December 24, 2024
D2C Brands Adapt to Evolving Consumer Demands
Rent the Runway Takes Another Shot at Subscription Retail
Subscription Commerce // December 09, 2024

After focusing on cost-cutting and margin improvement from 2020 to 2023, Rent the Runway is now back in “growth mode,” according to CEO Jennifer Hyman. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Rent the Runway Charts New Course With In-Person Events, Revamped Consumer Experience
Earnings // September 05, 2024

Rent the Runway (RTR) is experiencing a pivotal moment as it redefines its growth trajectory through a blend of strategic innovations and operational improvements. Following its second-quarter earnings call Thursday (Sept. 5), the company, known for introducing Closet in the Cloud, is setting its sights...

Rent the Runway: Fashion Brands Can’t Grow on Digital Alone
Retail // June 06, 2024

As brands reckon with the reemergence of brick-and-mortar as a key priority for consumers, Rent the Runway said an eCommerce-only approach will no longer cut it in the fashion world. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Rent the Runway Drives Loyalty Boost With AI Search Upgrades
eCommerce // April 10, 2024

As consumers demand more frictionless experiences from their eCommerce merchants, Rent the Runway is seeing its digital rethink drive higher retention. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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AI, Omnichannel and Social Commerce: Inside the 2024 D2C Transformation

December 24, 2024
The retail sector is witnessing changes, with direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands leading innovation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Rent the Runway Takes Another Shot at Subscription Retail

December 09, 2024
After focusing on cost-cutting and margin improvement from 2020 to 2023, Rent the Runway is now back in “growth mode,” according to CEO Jennifer Hyman. Get the Full Story Complete the...

Clothing Subscriptions Shed Members as Economic Challenges Demand Reprioritization

December 06, 2023
Across the clothing subscription industry, key players are losing members as they turn their focus to driving more revenue from their existing users. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Retailers Test Resale Market as Ticket to Acquiring Cost-Conscious Shoppers

January 16, 2023
Some clothing firms are mulling creative resale partnerships as economic concerns continue to plague the sector. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Rent the Runway Charts New Course With In-Person Events, Revamped Consumer Experience

September 05, 2024
Rent the Runway (RTR) is experiencing a pivotal moment as it redefines its growth trajectory through a blend of strategic innovations and operational improvements. Following its second-quarter earnings call Thursday (Sept. 5), the company, known for introducing Closet in the Cloud, is setting its sights on further expansion. Get the Full Story Complete the form […]

Rent the Runway Cuts 10% of Corporate Staff 

January 09, 2024
With subscriber growth slowing, fashion rental firm Rent the Runway has begun cutting staff. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Rent the Runway Co-Founder Jenny Fleiss Joins Initialized Capital

December 07, 2023
Rent the Runway co-founder Jenny Fleiss has joined venture capital (VC) firm Initialized Capital as a partner. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Rent the Runway Offers Free Items to Woo ‘Cost-Conscious’ Shoppers

March 06, 2023
Rent the Runway will begin adding a free item to shipments to attract financially strapped consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...