Torrid selects 15 finalists for its 2026 Casting Call, narrowing down from 30 semi-finalists through public voting. The company engages its community to shape its brand representation, targeting women in sizes 8 to 30. This annual initiative aims to highlight diverse voices as future brand ambassadors.
Torrid Holdings Inc. names **Will Langley** as **Interim Chief Financial Officer**, effective October 28, 2026, following **Paula Dempsey’s** resignation. Dempsey remains in her role through mid-November to facilitate the transition. Langley has 20 years of finance experience and joins the direct-to-consumer apparel brand serving women’s sizes 8–30.
Torrid Holdings selects 30 semi-finalists from over 12,000 applicants for its 2026 Casting Call, aiming to identify new brand ambassadors. Public voting runs from October 13–20 to narrow the field to 15 finalists. The initiative targets women sizes 8–30, emphasizing confidence and individuality in representation.
A major plus-size women’s retailer shuts down 177 physical stores to focus exclusively on online sales. The company, known for its Southern California roots, marks a significant shift after 25 years of operating brick-and-mortar locations. This move reflects broader industry trends toward e-commerce dominance in fashion retail.
