Le Tote filed for bankruptcy in early August, and at the time noted that its subscriptions had declined since March. Urban Outfitters has decreased investment in its rental company, Nuuly, which it just launched in May 2019. Meanwhile brands and retailers are increasingly tackling the business model, with Eloquii, Selfridges...

Footwear collections are looking considerably more casual and comfort-focused this summer, as brands pivot to cater to consumers' new work-from-home lifestyles. Dress shoe sales, on the other hand, have suffered considerably; the segment dropped 71% in the second quarter, compared to last year, according to research firm NPD Group. 

The end of summer is usually the time for back-to-school shopping. While everything about this year is very different, children’s apparel companies are restrategizing based on the fact that kids will always need clothes.

Sunglasses brand Bollé is one of several brands and retailers that had an AR plan in the works well before March and are now taking advantage of the opportunity to lean on the technology. 

Women’s lifestyle title Marie Claire is getting into the sampling business with the launch of Beauty Drawer, opening on Monday. The first 5,000 members to sign up will receive samples of anti-aging cream from the launch partner, beauty brand StriVectin.

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Traditional malls were already experiencing a decline in popularity as people flocked to mixed-use hybrid shopping and entertainment centers, which often include an emphasis on outdoor space. This has been fueled in recent years by more department stores and traditional mall chains closing or declaring bankruptcy, such as Neiman Marcus,...