As the retail sector faces a complex mix of opportunities and challenges, Gap and Lululemon are charting distinct courses in their recent earnings reports. While Gap focuses on revitalizing its core brands during ongoing operational hurdles, Lululemon is capitalizing on international growth and stellar performance...
When it comes to Lululemon and its customers, the brand seems to create a retail cult following, leaving many to wonder: What’s the secret sauce that makes these customers so committed to this athleisure temple of sorts? “One of our competitive advantages is our ability...
Premium and luxury are not the same. In the world of fashion, premium brands strut their stuff by offering top-tier products that outshine mass-market alternatives, all while keeping prices at a runway-ready level for a wider audience. On the other hand, luxury brands tend to...
The convergence of casualization, comfort, and personalization has become a potent force, reshaping the way people perceive and interact with brands. The modern consumer is seeking more than just clothing and accessories — they seek a reflection of their values, needs and identity. The intersection...
August 28, 2023
The convergence of casualization, comfort, and personalization has become a potent force, reshaping the way people perceive and interact with brands. The modern consumer is seeking more than just clothing and accessories — they seek a reflection of their values, needs and identity. The intersection of casualization, comfort and personalization has given rise to a […]
October 06, 2022
She wasn’t an athlete or even a casual runner. She didn’t burn with the ambition to form her own company. She was looking for personal growth, to push her own...
July 01, 2020
In a move that caught much of the world off guard, athleisure giant Lululemon announced plans this week to buy home-exercise technology startup Mirror for an impressive $500 million. The...
November 03, 2017
This fashion subscription service is legging it away from the classic apparel retail model, and celebrities like Kate Hudson and a new membership approach to making products available to consumers...
August 10, 2022
In the face of growing economic headwinds, footwear and apparel maker Wolverine Worldwide said its continued focus on meeting strong consumer demand for outdoor and athletic shoes drove record second quarter revenue, driven my double-digit gains in Merrell and Saucony, its top two brands. Even so, company executives reduced their outlook for the year, citing […]
January 30, 2020
To create a frictionless commerce experience across channels, Fabletics, which was co-founded by Kate Hudson, is bolstering its physical presence with the creation and implementation of a cloud-based enterprise retail...
December 04, 2019
Cowen believes Lululemon could be the next Nike, as it raised its price target on the stock to $250. “Assuming LULU can sustain an NKE-like free cash flow multiple, we...
July 03, 2019
With the growing demand for gym wear and strong sales for new locations, British sportswear retailer JD Sports predicted that full-year profit would fall in line with expectations. Shares of...
