Sephora has emerged as a retailer of choice among teenagers and preadolescents. Its new chief executive sees both a challenge and an opportunity.
Category: Shopping and Retail
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Sturbridge Show Is a Gold Mine for Vintage Clothing Buffs
Laverne Cox, Anna Sui and other enthusiasts shop at the Sturbridge Show, a gold mine for people who buy and wear exquisite old things.
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Meghan Debuts American Riviera Orchard Brand Amid Royal Family Tumult
The Duchess of Sussex released a mysterious 15-second video on Instagram, but what little is known about the brand has been gleaned from a trademark application.
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Family Dollar to Close Nearly 1,000 Stores
The chain has struggled for years. Its parent company, Dollar Tree, cited inflation, theft and reduced government benefits as challenges that had prompted the closings.
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Outdoor Voices to Close All Stores This Week
The athleisure retailer will go online only, according to employees who were surprised by the announcement.
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Walmart Wants to Teach Store Managers Compassion
The retailer brings about 2,000 managers a year to its headquarters to discuss how to relate to workers and customers, part of a U.S. corporate trend.
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After 120 Years, This Munich Jeweler Has Decided to Move
Hemmerle is leaving its historic boutique for a discreet suite down the street. “It’s more in line with who we are today,” Christian Hemmerle said.
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Activist Investors Raise Bid for Macy’s
The new offer values the department store chain at $6.6 billion. Macy’s, which just announced a strategy to turn around its business, said it would “carefully review” the proposal.
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Shrinkflation 101: The Economics of Smaller Groceries
Have you noticed your grocery products shrinking? Here’s how that gets counted — and what gets missed — in inflation data.
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Ahead of Paris Fashion Week, Colette Co-Founder Curates Another Retail Space
The founder of the pioneering Parisian concept store curates a new space with Le Bon Marché.
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Bruce Newman, Leading Man of Antiques, Dies at 94
He oversaw Newel Galleries and its over-the-top treasures that embellished Broadway and Hollywood sets and the living rooms of movie stars and a first lady.
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Levi’s Wants You to Rethink Your Denim Shopping
Under a new chief executive, the brand known for jeans is aiming to be a full outfitter, working primarily through its own stores and e-commerce.