The retail model is in retreat. But that doesn’t mean it — or its billions in sales — will disappear any time soon.

Department stores once sold necessities. Now, many are struggling to remain in business amid the rise of online shopping.

The American department-store model is broken. A French operator that recently opened a flagship store in New York City thinks it has a better one. Printemps New York is following the European ...

Generally considered the world’s first department store, Le Bon Marché in Paris spurred a retail revolution when it began its incredible expansion in the late 19th century. The stores that followed on ...

Ladies in hats, gloves and suits surrounded by shopping bags. Friendly, familiar waitresses. Distinct decor. Tantalizing desserts. Many Americans, Delawareans included, have fond memories of dining in ...

When we asked Delawareans to share their memories of department store restaurants, we had such a large response that we wanted to share more stories with our readers. So many of you have fond memories ...