Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren is an American fashion brand, founded by the designer Ralph Lauren in 1967 in New York. The company produces apparel, accessories, footwear and home collections, with lines including Polo Ralph Lauren and Ralph Lauren Purple Label.
The Year Ahead: It's Time to Look Beyond China
As some successful players become over-reliant on China and others struggle, companies should consider spreading their risk by expanding to other high-growth geographies.
The Year Ahead: Are You Ready for Next Generation Social Networks?
As traditional engagement models struggle on established social media platforms, fashion players will need to rethink their strategy and find ways to maximise their return on marketing spend.
‘Secret’ Indian Ateliers Keep Luxury Brands Buoyant
Hermès, Gucci, Prada and Christian Dior have all tapped ateliers in India to do exquisite handwork for the catwalk, but other luxury brands shroud their Indian connections in secrecy. Why?
Op-Ed | The Retail Apocalypse Confronts a New Crop of CEOs
Here are predictions for how some of the more high-profile episodes of C-suite musical chairs will play out.
Power Moves | Stitch Fix Appoints President, Topshop CEO Exits
This week, Stitch Fix taps its president from Bain & Company, while Topshop’s CEO of two years steps down.
What's the Point of Outlet Malls in 2020?
Destination discount shopping must evolve with the changing retail landscape in order to survive.
Battling the Retail Apocalypse: What Worked and What Didn't
The last decade was the most transformative for retail since the rise of big-box stores in the 1980s. To drive traffic and better engage consumers, companies have tried out a number of different tactics. What were gimmicks and what stuck?
Is Fashion All Talk, No Action on Climate?
This week, everyone will be talking about fashion's role in fighting climate change, Colin Kaepernick's first sneaker for Nike and the UK general election. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Does a Moncler-Kering Deal Really Make Sense?
Murmurs that the luxury outerwear label might be scooped up by the French conglomerate underscore likely further consolidation in the fashion business. But would it be the right move for either party?
Department Stores Scramble to Bolster Foot Traffic
Threatened by strong e-commerce sales, US department stores went big on their holiday window displays in an effort to draw in consumers.