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Banana Republic, owned by Gap Inc., is a global apparel and accessories brand founded in 1978 in California. The company also produces home accessories under its sub-brand BR Home.

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News & Analysis

Gap Studies Old Navy’s Blockbuster Pixie Pants to Spur Comeback

The speed in turning ideas into sales has helped Old Navy become Gap Inc.’s star performer and shows how the company’s namesake brand and upscale Banana Republic chain should operate, chief executive officer Art Peck said.


Retail

Gap to Shut Down a Quarter of Stores in Turnaround Attempt

About 175 underperforming Gap stores will close in North America as part of a comeback plan for the business, which has posted sales declines for five straight quarters and lagged behind its sister chain Old Navy.


Marketing

Instagram Takes Steps to Open Platform to Advertisers

Instagram said on Tuesday that it is taking steps to make its ads available to all types of businesses, not just hand-selected brands.


Financial Markets

Gap Meets Estimates as Old Navy Helps Prop Up Retailer

Gap Inc. posted first-quarter profit that met analysts’ estimates after its Old Navy chain helped make up for sluggish sales at its other divisions.


Global Markets

Why Pay Full Price as Outlets Move Closer to Where You Live?

After years of outperforming regular malls, outlets are increasingly encroaching on downtown shopping districts.


Financial Markets

Gap Reports February Sales Decline

Retailer Gap said Thursday that its sales slumped in February, sending its shares lower in after-hours trading.


Global Markets

Banana Republic, J. Crew Invade Fashion Week in Search of Cachet

Banana Republic, J. Crew Group Inc. and other mainstream brands are increasing their presence at fashion week this year, shifting the tone of an event known for experimental clothing that few ordinary consumers could afford to buy — or even want to.


News & Analysis

Rebekka Bay Exits Gap

Rebekka Bay has left her position as executive vice president and creative director of the long-ailing American brand Gap.


News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Natalia Vodianova, Gucci, Le Labo

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Natalia Vodianova, Gucci, Le Labo and more.


News & Analysis

Pop Quiz | Joan Didion, DSquared2, Menswear Shows

How well have you read your BoF this week? Test your knowledge of all of the latest news and analysis from around the world of fashion in our Pop Quiz, which covers Joan Didion, DSquared2, the menswear shows and more.