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This California Billionaire Knows What Shoppers Want
Los Angeles-based real-estate mogul Rick Caruso operates some of the most productive shopping centres on the planet. What does he know that the rest of retail doesn’t?
Apple’s 2018 Event: What Fashion Needs to Know
At its latest special event, Apple unveiled its largest-ever iPhone and a heart-tracking watch. BoF breaks down the key takeaways for the fashion industry.
Unraveling the Plus-Size Problem
While body positive marketing is more visible than ever, trendy options for plus-size consumers across categories and price points are still rare. What’s holding fashion back?
Saks Off 5th Wants in on the Discount Retail Boom
Hudson’s Bay is trying to turn around its discount chain, after it reported falling same-store sales for the seventh time in the past eight quarters.
Will the Launch of Madewell Men's Boost J.Crew?
President Libby Wadle breaks down the fast-growing label’s dual-gender strategy.
New York Times Styles Editor Choire Sicha Wants to Deliver Your Paper
One year into his role as head of the paper’s Styles section, Sicha is rethinking how he delivers content to readers.
The Original Internet Beauty Brand Is Under Attack
Paula’s Choice found success on the internet, but customers are accusing the skincare brand of abandoning its core values as buzzy rivals grow their positions. Has the charm worn off?
Will Fashion's Retail Boom Last?
A new fashion cycle is pushing consumers to update their wardrobes with items like palazzo pants and distressed denim, breathing new life into struggling mall retailers.
Op-Ed | What Do You Know, Retailers Are Figuring It Out
This quarter showed that brick-and-mortar shopping can still be a vibrant business, and that old retail dogs can learn new tricks.
Nike, Adidas and Uniqlo Face Off at the US Open
This week, everyone will be talking about what Serena Williams and Roger Federer are wearing on and off the court at the US Open, the health of shopping malls and the stores inside them. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.