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
Retail
On the Frontlines of Retail There Are No Heroes, Only Victims
Most retail workers are woefully underpaid, stripped of rights and treated as interchangeable parts in a global retail machine, writes Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
On the Frontlines of Retail There Are No Heroes, Only Victims
Most retail workers are woefully underpaid, stripped of rights and treated as interchangeable parts in a global retail machine, writes Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
Luxury
Op-Ed | An Enlightened Post-Pandemic Consumer? Don’t Count on It.
Some believe coronavirus will prompt fashion consumers to reassess their values and shift spending away from fast fashion and luxury megabrands. They are wrong, argues Eugene Rabkin.
Op-Ed | An Enlightened Post-Pandemic Consumer? Don’t Count on It.
Some believe coronavirus will prompt fashion consumers to reassess their values and shift spending away from fast fashion and luxury megabrands. They are wrong, argues Eugene Rabkin.
Luxury
To Survive, Luxury Fashion Must Hibernate
Companies should reduce their cost perimeters, keeping as many of their personnel and key assets as possible, while stopping virtually all manufacturing and sourcing, argues Luca Solca.
To Survive, Luxury Fashion Must Hibernate
Companies should reduce their cost perimeters, keeping as many of their personnel and key assets as possible, while stopping virtually all manufacturing and sourcing, argues Luca Solca.
Luxury
Independent Fashion Labels of the World, Unite!
There’s strength in numbers, argues Lauren Sherman.
Independent Fashion Labels of the World, Unite!
There’s strength in numbers, argues Lauren Sherman.
Sustainability
In Crisis, Don’t Ditch Sustainability
Under severe economic pressure, it’s tempting to see social responsibility as dispensable, but it’s as essential as ever to long-term strategy, argues Clare Press.
In Crisis, Don’t Ditch Sustainability
Under severe economic pressure, it’s tempting to see social responsibility as dispensable, but it’s as essential as ever to long-term strategy, argues Clare Press.
Luxury
A.P.C.’s Jean Touitou: ‘I’m Ready for a War’
The French designer talks to Tim Blanks about how he’s navigating the crisis and why the coronavirus can’t kill fashion.
A.P.C.’s Jean Touitou: ‘I’m Ready for a War’
The French designer talks to Tim Blanks about how he’s navigating the crisis and why the coronavirus can’t kill fashion.
Marketing
Why Branding Matters Now More Than Ever
As the coronavirus crisis deepens, companies are slashing advertising budgets but branding never goes on pause, writes Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
Why Branding Matters Now More Than Ever
As the coronavirus crisis deepens, companies are slashing advertising budgets but branding never goes on pause, writes Doug Stephens of Retail Prophet.
Luxury
Gabriela Hearst, BoF 500: ‘It’s the Number One Rule of Survival: Don’t Panic’
During difficult times, go really slow, look for opportunities and don’t panic, says the New York-based designer.
Gabriela Hearst, BoF 500: ‘It’s the Number One Rule of Survival: Don’t Panic’
During difficult times, go really slow, look for opportunities and don’t panic, says the New York-based designer.
Sustainability
Could Coronavirus Spark a Sustainable Fashion Awakening?
Lockdown teaches us that beyond our basic needs for clean air and water, wholesome food and the company of loved ones, so much of our everyday consumption is excessive and greedy, writes Bandana Tewari.
Could Coronavirus Spark a Sustainable Fashion Awakening?
Lockdown teaches us that beyond our basic needs for clean air and water, wholesome food and the company of loved ones, so much of our everyday consumption is excessive and greedy, writes Bandana Tewari.
Luxury
Andrew Keith, BoF 500: ‘Keep Your Teams and Customers Close’
To manage through the coronavirus crisis, it’s critical to find new ways to stay connected with employees and customers, says the president of Lane Crawford and Joyce.
Andrew Keith, BoF 500: ‘Keep Your Teams and Customers Close’
To manage through the coronavirus crisis, it’s critical to find new ways to stay connected with employees and customers, says the president of Lane Crawford and Joyce.
Marketing
Lucien Pagès, BoF 500: ‘We Have to Invent the Future’
The economic impact of Covid-19 is going to be huge, but we need to preserve the richness of fashion, says the Paris-based PR guru.
Lucien Pagès, BoF 500: ‘We Have to Invent the Future’
The economic impact of Covid-19 is going to be huge, but we need to preserve the richness of fashion, says the Paris-based PR guru.
Luxury
The End of the (Fashion) World as We Know It
If nature is inexorable, a volatile pathogen like coronavirus is its consummate ambassador and the fashion industry must change or die, writes Tim Blanks.
The End of the (Fashion) World as We Know It
If nature is inexorable, a volatile pathogen like coronavirus is its consummate ambassador and the fashion industry must change or die, 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.