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Prism Boutique in Long Beach, California. Photo by Alison Bernier Photography.

Retail Check-in: The Influential Prism Boutique

Mar 29, 2023

Dayna Mance’s recognizable –and highly Instagrammable – aesthetic has been perfected over the past decade. She talks about the brands that are working for Prism, navigating business challenges this year, and social media strategies.

I-SEA has gained ground in the sunglass market and will reveal its first pair of goggles in the fall. Photos courtesy of I-SEA.

I-SEA to Expand into Goggles, Continues Sunglass Growth

Mar 28, 2023

The price-right, stylish sunglass brand has grown its account base more than 200% since SES last checked in with the business less than two years ago. Key accounts weigh in on why the brand works on the retail floor.

Photos courtesy of Bluestar Alliance

Bluestar Alliance Makes an Acquisition

Mar 27, 2023

Hurley owner Bluestar Alliance announced Monday that it has acquired Amsterdam-based Dutch fashion brand Scotch & Soda, which filed for bankruptcy in March.

The Tommy Bahama restaurant and store in Newport Beach. Photo courtesy of Tommy Bahama.

Tommy Bahama Parent Sees Wholesale Retrench

Mar 24, 2023

The brand ended the year with sales up as retailers remain cautious with buys and banking instability looms.

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Rip Curl parent KMD Brands is looking to make market share gains in North America for the surf brand.

Rip Curl Looks to Snap Up Share in North America

Rip Curl parent KMD Brands is looking to make market share gains in North America for the surf brand.

Mar 22, 2023

KMD executives discussed Rip Curl’s first-half performance on an analyst call this week, including a slowdown in wholesale growth as retailers remain cautious.

Nike Inc. said it is working on clearing through inventory excess, with progress expected by the end of its fiscal year.

Nike Looks to Clear Excess Inventory as Digital Continues Surge

Nike Inc. said it is working on clearing through inventory excess, with progress expected by the end of its fiscal year.

Mar 22, 2023

The company’s fiscal third quarter growth was driven across channels, with digital sales leading the largest sales gain.

Clockwise from top left: Jim Jenks in the Op days; Jim with his last truck; the famous Op corduroy shorts. Photos courtesy of Junior Jenks and the Surfing Walk of Fame.

Ocean Pacific Apparel Founder Jim Jenks Dies, Helped Birth Modern Surf Industry

Clockwise from top left: Jim Jenks in the Op days; Jim with his last truck; the famous Op corduroy shorts. Photos courtesy of Junior Jenks and the Surfing Walk of Fame.

Mar 21, 2023

Jenks’ designs for Op propelled the brand to heights not previously seen by other surf lines at the time. He also helped bring professional surfing stateside.

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Curl Surf owners Susan and Sammy Duvall inside their Downtown Disney District store in Anaheim. Photo by SES.

Retail Check-In: Curl Surf Walks Line Between Surf Lifestyle, Fashion Boutique

Curl Surf owners Susan and Sammy Duvall inside their Downtown Disney District store in Anaheim. Photo by SES.

Mar 20, 2023

Owners Susan and Sammy Duvall walk SES through the store, which has one of the highest volumes in the industry. They discuss business trends, merchandising mix, and brands that are selling well.

Courtesy of ENDVR

Overcoming the Labor Shortage: An Employee-Centric Approach

Mar 20, 2023

Sales associates are incredibly important to brands but they are the hardest to reach, train and incentivise.

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Photos courtesy of Ikon Pass

The Good Stuff is Coming

Mar 16, 2023

Spring is the season to lock in the best prices of 23/24 while scoring limited-time promotions.

Inside Surf Sister in Tofino, British Columbia Photo by Jasmine Turner, Surf Sister, Tofino, BC

How Brands Can Navigate Customer Acquisition Between DTC and Wholesale

Mar 6, 2023

Discover how brands can navigate customer acquisition between DTC and wholesale, the platform that enables and empowers them to do | Read more…

An illustration of the planned Wheels and Waves store. Photos courtesy of Wheels and Waves

Wheels and Waves – a New Retail Project from LA Wake and Konstantin Mikhaylov

Mar 2, 2023

We checked-in with company partner Konstantin Mikhaylov to learn more about the expansion plans.

The fifth drop under the partnership brings back the familiar nylon and spandex fabrications with bright pop colors, like tangerine, island green, dahlia purple, super pink, and more. Courtesy of Pacsun

Pacsun Releases New Collection with Storm Reid for Spring 2023

Mar 30, 2023

Two years after the introduction of the young designer’s collaboration with Pacsun, Reid adds new bolder, brighter pieces to her | Read more…

The Blenders Eyewear x Oracle Red Bull Racing collection is available now. Courtesy of Blenders Eyewear

Blenders Eyewear Launches a Range of Sunglasses in Partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing

Mar 30, 2023

The eyewear brand continues partnership with world champion racing team through exclusive product collection.

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Macy’s, Inc. Jeff Gennette (61) plans to retire in February 2024 after serving the company for 40 years. Photo: Business Wire

Macy’s, Inc. Announces Leadership Succession Plan

Mar 29, 2023

Jeff Gennette plans to retire in February 2024. Tony Spring appointed President and CEO-Elect. Adrian Mitchell appointed to expanded role of COO | Read more…