John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Opinions
Fashion Week
The Death of Fashion Shows? Not So Fast.
‘I come to praise shows, not to bury them,’ writes Tim Blanks as he kicks off a journey through his top fashion shows of all-time.
The Death of Fashion Shows? Not So Fast.
‘I come to praise shows, not to bury them,’ writes Tim Blanks as he kicks off a journey through his top fashion shows of all-time.
Global Markets
Op-Ed | Fashion’s Darkest Truth
Osman Yousefzada journeys to post-colonial Bangladesh to meet the workers who make our clothes.
Op-Ed | Fashion’s Darkest Truth
Osman Yousefzada journeys to post-colonial Bangladesh to meet the workers who make our clothes.
Workplace & Talent
Op-Ed | What It's Like Being a Black Fashion Intern
As Black interns at a high fashion magazine, we were largely confined to the fashion closet and denied opportunities for advancement enjoyed by others. It’s time for change, write Jasmine Burgos, Abigail Cherubin and Christopher Akintonde.
Op-Ed | What It's Like Being a Black Fashion Intern
As Black interns at a high fashion magazine, we were largely confined to the fashion closet and denied opportunities for advancement enjoyed by others. It’s time for change, write Jasmine Burgos, Abigail Cherubin and Christopher Akintonde.
Luxury
How Luxury Brands Sell 'Exclusive' Goods by the Millions
Successful modern luxury brands deploy a number of powerful strategies to achieve the perception of exclusivity while moving millions of units. Here’s how it works.
How Luxury Brands Sell 'Exclusive' Goods by the Millions
Successful modern luxury brands deploy a number of powerful strategies to achieve the perception of exclusivity while moving millions of units. Here’s how it works.
Fashion Week
Op-Ed | A Racist Incident at Fashion Week
A racist accusation at Paris Fashion Week was only the tip of the iceberg, recalls Tiffany Reid.
Op-Ed | A Racist Incident at Fashion Week
A racist accusation at Paris Fashion Week was only the tip of the iceberg, recalls Tiffany Reid.
Media
Op-Ed | Condé Nast’s Big Issue Is Classism
Social class remains curiously absent from America’s conversation on race, but it has always been in sharp focus at Condé Nast, writes Bonnie Morrison.
Op-Ed | Condé Nast’s Big Issue Is Classism
Social class remains curiously absent from America’s conversation on race, but it has always been in sharp focus at Condé Nast, writes Bonnie Morrison.
Retail
How an Exodus from Cities Will Reshape Retail
The work-from-anywhere revolution will accelerate the coming of a post-digital age for shopping, argues Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
How an Exodus from Cities Will Reshape Retail
The work-from-anywhere revolution will accelerate the coming of a post-digital age for shopping, argues Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
Luxury
Why Chanel Doesn’t Want to Change the Fashion System
The French luxury titan is doubling down on six shows per year and the Cruise extravaganzas pioneered by Karl Lagerfeld. Chanel’s Bruno Pavlovsky lays out the logic to Tim Blanks.
Why Chanel Doesn’t Want to Change the Fashion System
The French luxury titan is doubling down on six shows per year and the Cruise extravaganzas pioneered by Karl Lagerfeld. Chanel’s Bruno Pavlovsky lays out the logic to Tim Blanks.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Fashion Is Part of the Race Problem
Racism is firmly entrenched in the fashion industry, argue Jason Campbell and Henrietta Gallina.
Op-Ed | Fashion Is Part of the Race Problem
Racism is firmly entrenched in the fashion industry, argue Jason Campbell and Henrietta Gallina.
News & Analysis
On Racism, Fashion Must Do More Than Speak Up
After yet another senseless killing of an unarmed black man at the hands of the police in the United States, the fashion industry has a duty to its customers and society at large to use its privilege and power to drive systemic change.
On Racism, Fashion Must Do More Than Speak Up
After yet another senseless killing of an unarmed black man at the hands of the police in the United States, the fashion industry has a duty to its customers and society at large to use its privilege and power to drive systemic change.
Luxury
Op-Ed | Luxury Fashion’s Link to the Illegal Wildlife Trade
A recently released study reveals that, between 2003 and 2013, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service seized thousands of products made by Gucci, Michael Kors and others. As the fashion industry scrambles to reinvent itself during the Covid-19 pandemic, it must not forget animals, writes Joshua Katcher.
Op-Ed | Luxury Fashion’s Link to the Illegal Wildlife Trade
A recently released study reveals that, between 2003 and 2013, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service seized thousands of products made by Gucci, Michael Kors and others. As the fashion industry scrambles to reinvent itself during the Covid-19 pandemic, it must not forget animals, writes Joshua Katcher.
Luxury
Why Gucci’s Alessandro Michele Is Shaking Up the Fashion Calendar
Michele said that the defined seasons that have conventionally enslaved the fashion industry will be less meaningful to him in the future, writes Tim Blanks.
Why Gucci’s Alessandro Michele Is Shaking Up the Fashion Calendar
Michele said that the defined seasons that have conventionally enslaved the fashion industry will be less meaningful to him in the future, writes Tim Blanks.
The News in Brief
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.