The current state of the consumer, a concern that has been regularly reflected during the past quarter at PYMNTS, is very real for DSW’s parent company Designer Brands. Consumers are looking for the best value, and more often than not it can be found in...
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...
In March, PYMNTS reported on Nordstrom’s shift from its prior reputation of luxury and exceptional service to utilizing substantial discounts to manage inventory, resulting in decreased sales and profits during the fourth fiscal quarter. Today, has the narrative evolved? While the retailer asserts a more...
Footwear company Wolverine Worldwide has sold its Keds line to shore store chain Designer Brands. The deal, announced Wednesday (Feb. 8), allows Wolverine to streamline its portfolio, while helping Designer Brands (DBI) in its strategy of increasing sales through its own brands. In addition to...
December 06, 2023
The current state of the consumer, a concern that has been regularly reflected during the past quarter at PYMNTS, is very real for DSW’s parent company Designer Brands. Consumers are looking for the best value, and more often than not it can be found in the clearance aisle. But unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to create […]
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...
May 30, 2024
Rakuten, the cashback shopping platform, has announced the upcoming launch of Rakuten+, a membership program created specifically for designer brands. This program aims to connect these brands with select, highly engaged Rakuten members, offering them access to the most loyal and active shoppers of designer fashion on the platform, the company said in a Thursday […]
February 08, 2023
Footwear company Wolverine Worldwide has sold its Keds line to shore store chain Designer Brands. The deal, announced Wednesday (Feb. 8), allows Wolverine to streamline its portfolio, while helping Designer...
January 06, 2023
Designer Brands, the designer, producer and retailer of footwear and accessories said in a Thursday (Jan. 5) press release that DSW President Doug Howe is to succeed Roger Rawlins as...
September 08, 2022
The company best known for its retail stores called DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse has reportedly been growing its margins by also producing goods and selling them through other retailers as...
