Banana Republic
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.
Gap Follows J. Crew in Exiting Challenging Bridal-Wear Industry
While the amount Americans typically spend on weddings has grown, competition and shifting fashion tastes have brought uncertainty to the industry.
What Gucci's Gun Stance Says About the End of Corporate Neutrality
Neutrality on political issues was once the norm, but millennial spending power and political polarisation mean it's now riskier to be neutral than to take a stance.
Gap Jumps as Old Navy Fuels Optimism for Faster Rebound
Banana Republic and the Gap brand also outpaced estimates.
Announcing Gap Inc. as a New Partner on BoF Careers
BoF welcomes Gap Inc. and its brands Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Athleta and Intermix to BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Op-Ed | What Gap and J. Crew Can Learn From the Grocery Aisle
The giants of the packaged-food sector are adding new concepts to their stables to adapt to today's shoppers — and specialty apparel chains could benefit from the same approach.
Deborah Lloyd Exits Kate Spade, Nicola Glass Appointed Creative Director
Glass, who currently oversees accessories design at Michael Kors, was tapped by Tapestry, which acquired the brand in May.
Gap CEO Is 'Drawing Line in Sand' With Shift to Old Navy
The idea is to focus on the areas with the most potential for fuelling growth — rather than having unrealistic expectations for the older divisions.
What’s Next for the CFDA?
CFDA chief executive Steven Kolb and chairwoman Diane von Furstenberg outline their plans for the future amidst criticism and a designer exodus from New York Fashion Week.
Maria Cornejo: 'Know Who You Are'
The hyper-focused designer of Zero + Maria Cornejo reflects on 20 years of a brand built on point of view and word of mouth.
J.Crew’s ‘Fast Fashion’ Pivot
The era of the ‘merchant prince’ is giving way to a new reality where technology-driven supply chains are as important as design. Can J.Crew adapt?