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Tavik growth surges in past six months
When I talked to Bobby Abdel about what's selling at Jack's, he mentioned some newer brands Jack's is carrying, including Tavik. I followed up yesterday with Tavik co-founder Erik Paulsen…
News May 13, 2013shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com weekend edition
Here are some items that arrived in my inbox I wanted to share. One involves Dave Hollander taking action to reduce noise pollution from sky advertisers. The other involves the…
News May 13, 2013Nordstrom sales decline in March
Nordstrom recorded a 9.1 percent drop in same-store sales in March. The company said the early Easter negatively impacted sales. Strongest regions: South, Northwest Strongest categories: Cosmetics, accessories, and women's…
News May 13, 2013New Op ad campaign for Wal Mart push
Iconix Brand Group, the new owners of the Op brand, announced this morning they are launching a new ad campaign to support the brand's spring/summer debut at Wal-Mart, which will…
News May 13, 2013Nordstrom records tough April and quarter
While many retailers reported positive same-store sales in April, Nordstrom recorded a 3.8 percent same-store sales decline. For the first quarter, same-store sales fell 6.5 percent, below the 3 to…
News May 13, 2013What is selling at Macys and other info
There was some interesting information in the Macy's first quarter earnings conference call last week. Strong categories: mens furnishings, mens collections, young mens, cosmetics, fashion jewelry, watches, handbags, mattresses, housewares.…
News May 13, 2013European economy slows, data shows
As the U.S. economy sputters, Europe has been the bright spot for many companies, including those in the action sports sector. Quiksilver European revenues increased 23 percent to $284.5 million…
News May 13, 2013Digging deeper into The Buckle part II
I am obsessed with The Buckle. Nearly every other retailer in America is struggling because of the economic slowdown. Somehow, The Buckle continues to not only do well, but to…
News May 13, 2013Moving sale to May boosts Nordstrom
Nordstrom's decision to move its half-year sale for women and kids to May from June drove a big bump in sales. May comp sales increased 10.9 percent. June sales will…
News May 13, 2013