Consumer and retail news: 10 things you need to know today
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1. Why one of 2015's biggest clothing trends is here to stay
This was a pretty grim year for the traditional apparel market. Young people were generally choosing to spend their money on electronics and Starbucks coffee, not apparel. This arguably means that young people - who apparently aren't willing to invest in much - are willing to invest in something: their wellness, which isn't a fad...it's a lifestyle.
2. Here are the photos of Samsung's new fridge that looks like a giant smartphone
Samsung has gotten an early jump on this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) by releasing photos of one of its strangest new gadgets, which looks like a mixture of a refrigerator and a gigantic smartphone. The photos, pointed out by The Verge, first appeared onSamsung's Korean Flickr account, and identified the smart fridge as a stainless steel "family hub" refrigerator.
3. A new leak suggests Samsung's next flagship phone will have a giant 5.7-inch screen
Samsung's next flagship phone, the Galaxy S7 Edge+, could have a 5.7-inch display, according to a leaked screenshot. That's the same size as the current Edge+ model. The new device, which has not yet been officially announced, is expected to be unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, next month.
4. Pizza Hut hoping new $5 discount menu can help boost sales
In an effort to bounce back from a disappointing 2015, Pizza Hut is hoping five bucks is too tasty of a deal for diners to pass up .Starting Monday, the pizza giant, which operates more than 6,000 locations in the US, will begin offering what it calls the "$5 Flavor Menu." The menu offers consumers a choice of several items, including a medium one-topping pizza, eight buffalo wings, and a pasta dish, for $5 each.5. One of the most popular Air Jordans is making a comeback in 2016
The original "Bred" colorway is often at the top of that list, and that sneaker became even more popular when Jordan Brand released a "Banned" edition in 2011. Now, with most 2015 sneaker releases behind us, we get word that 2016 will mark the return of the "Banned" Air Jordan 1.
6. The 4 biggest ways American beverage consumption will change in 2016
it's a dramatic time to be in the world of beverages. Here are four key trends to watch out for in the industry in 2016 are: growth of energy and sports drinks, smaller cans and bottles and attempts at authenticity.
7. This company has created stain-resistant 'self-cleaning' jeans you never need to wash
ODO Denim is shaking up the clothing industry with their "self-cleaning" jeans and t-shirts. The company weaves silver into their fabric. This creates "peaks," giving the fabric an anti-stain quality, and creates a chemical reaction with bacteria, rendering the fabric anti-stink.
8. The clothing brands that cool teen girls love have one thing in common
Goldman Sachs and Teen Vogue picked out young women ages 13-29 that they defined as fashion forward (or "It Girls"), and polled these select girls to find out which brands they love the most. The top five apparel brands that the women selected prove that a recent trend - that of athleisure - isn't going anywhere.
9. An unlikely beverage is going premium and edging out soda
Water is currently one of the hottest beverages in the nonalcoholic-drink market, with major brands like Nestle's Poland Spring, Coca-Cola's Dasani, and PepsiCo's Aquafina's volumes growing from 7% to 9% in 2014. For comparison, Coke and Pepsi's volumes both fell close to 3% in the same time period.
10. The healthiest breakfasts you can order at 11 fast-food restaurants
Yes, you can get breakfast that's nutritious - and filling! - at fast-food places like McDonald's and Burger King.We've compiled the following list of the healthiest fast-food breakfasts that'll fill you up and keep you going all day long.