Shopping has become something to do in pajamas at home on the couch, connected to a phone or laptop. Because of the lack of in-person trips to a store, Urban Outfitters has decided to start research into a paid membership program. This February, the company developed a pilot UP membership program they plan on running […]

Rebag is known for its reselling of luxury handbags. The retailer is trying something new by opening a new Rebag Bar in New York City. Currently, the retailer has physical stores in Los Angeles, Miami, and New York. The Micro-Store The Rebag Bar will be just 180 square feet. It will be in the Shops […]

Rue21 filed for bankruptcy about three years ago, but the retailer has bounced back and is opening new stores. The Announcement A recent press release from Rue21 announced that the retailer would be opening 15 new stores beginning in January. This is in addition to the three stores it recently opened. According to CFO Michele […]

An increasing number of retailers have begun using technology to their advantage, with options like trying on clothing or makeup. Kendra Scott is the latest to join this group by offering the ability to try on jewelry using augmented reality. How It Works To use this new feature, potential Kendra Scott clients need to use […]

Showing one of the many ways in which technology is changing the shopping experience, the Garnier brand of L’Oreal is teaming up with Google Lens to offer the ability to try on various hair colors before buying and dyeing your hair. Availability This new ability to try on hair colors before buying them will be […]

Fast fashion and sustainability do not typically go hand in hand, but H&M is taking steps to make its products and overall process more sustainable. Previously, the company has pledged to use 100 percent sustainable sources for cotton by 2020 and 100 percent sustainable or recycled materials on the supply chain by 2030. There is […]