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Economics of Warby Parker: Why It Sees Physical Retail as Key to Growth

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT

Warby Parker was one of the original direct-to-consumer brands, but now, the eyeglass-maker’s sales are split about evenly between its more than 140 brick-and-mortar locations and its online store. WSJ’s Charity Scott explains why this split is Warby Parker’s secret sauce. Photo: Adam Falk/The Wall Street Journal

China Targets H&M With Xinjiang Propaganda Made for Home and Abroad

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:03:49 GMT

Beijing is beating back international criticism of its treatment of Uyghurs in Xinjiang with a propaganda push on Facebook, Twitter and the big screen. Here’s how China’s campaign against Western brands is aimed at audiences at home and abroad. Photo: Thomas Peter/Reuters

Macy's Star Shone Bright for Over 150 Years. Now It's Flickering

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Macy’s has long been identified with the start of the holiday shopping season. But the company was hurting even before the coronavirus crisis hit the retail industry, raising questions about how far Macy’s star could fall. Photo Illustration: Jacob Reynolds/WSJ

Brooks Brothers, From Buttoned Up to Stripped Down

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 10:30:35 GMT

Brooks Brothers -- the self-proclaimed oldest clothier in the U.S. -- filed for bankruptcy in July. Analysts say the suit dealer wasn’t able to keep up with modern men who often wanted styles that were cheaper and more functional.

Why Trendy Cosmetic Brands Keep Getting Bought Up

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 10:30:00 GMT

The trend of traditional consumer goods companies buying newer cosmetic brands is only increasing, and skin care specifically is experiencing an exceptionally lucrative boom. But analysts suggest that some of the more recent acquisitions in the beauty industry are the first signs a skin-care bubble may pop.

Designer Eileen Fisher’s Future of Fashion

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:00:02 GMT

Fashion designer Eileen Fisher on trend-free fashion and the limits of technology.

How Victoria’s Secret Lost Its Grip

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 12:00:00 GMT

Victoria’s Secret became a powerhouse lingerie retailer thanks to the vision of executives at its parent company. But amid changing consumer tastes, sexual harassment accusations and ties to Jeffrey Epstein now under scrutiny, the once iconic brand’s stock has been tumbling and it has signaled it may be looking for a buyer. Photo: Getty Images

Cutting Through the Nike Vaporfly Controversy

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 15:30:00 GMT

The current version of Nike's controversial Vaporfly sneakers won’t be banned in competition, track and field’s world governing body ruled. That's likely to fuel further debate about whether the high-end racing shoes offer an unfair advantage. We took a look at the tech inside the shoes to see what all the fuss is about. Photo/Video: Alexander Hotz/WSJ

In the Elevator With the CEO Shaking Up the Bra Industry

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 12:00:00 GMT

WSJ's Joanna Stern "bumps into" Heidi Zak, the co-founder and co-CEO of bra brand ThirdLove. The two discuss proper bra care, the company’s algorithm that determines bra sizing and how ThirdLove is challenging Victoria’s Secret. Photo: Andria Chamberlin for The Wall Street Journal

Why Clothing Sizes Are Broken and What Startups Are Doing to Fix the Problem

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 10:30:00 GMT

Clothing sizes are broken and as shopping has shifted online, the problem has worsened. WSJ retail reporter Suzanne Kapner breaks down the issue and explains what startups are doing to solve it. Photo: oonal/Getty Images