Imports at the nation’s largest retail container ports should remain at near-record levels this month but could see a slight dip from last year’s unusually high numbers as congestion slows the movement of backed-up cargo, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation.
Category: Apparel
Adidas Launches Resale Program
Adidas has introduced a Choose to Give Back resale program. Consumers can send used products to Adidas from any brand through its Creator’s Club app for reuse or for resale.
Lululemon Expands Mirror To Canada
Lululemon Athletica Inc. announced that Mirror, its interactive home gym, will be offered in nearly 40 Lululemon stores across Canada and available for purchase in-store and online beginning on November 22.
The Buckle’s September Comps Grew 18 Percent
The Buckle Inc. announced today that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended October 2, 2021 increased 17.8 percent from comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended October 3, 2020.
Fanatics, HanesBrands Partner With University Of Texas
The University of Texas at Austin announced a licensed merchandise strategy that includes new exclusive partnerships with Fanatics and HanesBrands to lead the development of a collection of fan apparel across all retail channels.
PacSun To Accept Cryptocurrency
Pacsun said it is the first major brand in the fashion and retail space to accept bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Evo Acquires Callaghan Country Wilderness Adventures
Outdoor retailer and lifestyle brand Evo announced the acquisition of Whistler, BC-based Callaghan Country Wilderness Adventures (CCWA), owner of the popular ski destination Journeyman Lodge.
Macy’s Appoints Board Members
Macy’s Inc. announced the appointment of Ashley Buchanan, chief executive officer of The Michaels Companies, and Tracey Zhen, president of Zipcar, to its board of directors.
REI To Hold #OptOutside For Seventh Year
This November, REI will once again close its 171 retail stores, distribution centers, call centers, and headquarters on Black Friday. The closures mark the seventh straight year of its #OptOutside campaign.
Adidas To Sponsor UEFA Women’s Champions League
Adidas signed on as the exclusive global sponsor of UEFA Women’s Champions League. This marks the first global sponsorship of the multi-year broadcast partnership between UEFA, DAZN and YouTube.
Compass Diversified Declares Third Quarter 2021 Distributions
Compass Diversified (CODI) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash distribution of 36 cents per share on the company’s common shares.
Arc’teryx Appoints VP, Store Development
Arc’teryx announced the appointment of Chris Pelyk to VP, store development, effective immediately. In his new role, Pelyk will be responsible for overseeing the global expansion, real estate, store design, and construction of its retail stores. He was formerly senior director of store development in Asia for Lululemon.
Nike Issues Vaccine Mandate For Office Employees
Nike revealed that it is mandating all office-based employees receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
Carhartt Marketing Executive Joins Truck Hero
Truck Hero Inc. has hired Tony Ambroza, formerly chief brand officer at Carhartt, as chief growth officer.
Scheels To Open Second Store In Kansas
Scheels announced plans to open its second store in Wichita, KS. The retail location is set to open Spring 2023. The company’s first Kansas store opened in Overland Park in 2015.
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