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L'Oreal's North American president shares the beauty trends that will shape 2023.

L’Oréal Exec: Retailers Need to Create ‘Beauty Destinations’

There was a time not too long ago (during those horrible pandemic years we’re all trying to forget)…

Features December 6
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BelliWelli’s New Package Design Proves the Wisdom of Crowds

BelliWelli’s New Package Design Proves the Wisdom of Crowds

The BelliWelli wellness brand of wholesome snack bars was founded within a community of people who suffer from digestive…

Features December 5
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Economy Candy has survived 85 years and three generations by evolving with the times.

How 85-Year-Old Economy Candy Taps into Social Trends but Stays True to its Roots

Slime lickers might not be everyone’s cup of tea; in fact, you might not even know what they…

Features December 2
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Thanksgiving Weekend Recap: Foot Traffic, Mobile Usage Rise as Nearly 200 Million Shoppers Seek Deals

Shopper turnout for Thanksgiving Weekend handily exceeded expectations — a record 196.7 million shoppers went shopping for great…

Features November 30
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Exclusive Q&A: M.M. LaFleur Designs Boutiques to Promote ‘Individual Customer Discovery’

Exclusive Q&A: M.M. LaFleur Designs Boutiques to Promote ‘Individual Customer Discovery’

Seeking to grow beyond its appointment-driven showroom model, womenswear brand M.M. LaFleur began with the September 2022 opening…

Features November 30
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Apple, Macy’s and IKEA Rank High in Innovation but Social Impact Scores are Mixed

What people think about when they focus on retail innovation is the tech side of the business —…

Features November 28
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The Holidays are Big for Cannabis — How Retailers can Succeed in ‘The Season of Green’

The holiday season is just as important for cannabis as it is for other areas of retail, with…

Features November 23
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Lowe’s Creates a Shoppable Holiday ‘Home’ for Stranded Travelers this Thanksgiving Eve

Lowe’s Creates a Shoppable Holiday ‘Home’ for Stranded Travelers this Thanksgiving Eve

In the spirit of giving, and to fine-tune some of its brand messaging, Lowe’s is partnering with Wyndham…

Features November 22
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True Classic has made a science out of creating content that connects with the right people online.

The Counterintuitive Marketing Magic Behind True Classic’s DTC Success

Being a DTC brand is a bit of a slog lately — just ask Peloton, Wayfair or Allbirds.…

Features November 21
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