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.
US Businesses Beg to Be Left off Trump's Tariff List
President Donald Trump's plan to slap tariffs on another $300 billion of Chinese imports would likely raise prices for US consumers buying apparel and other categories.
Is There Hope for Wholesale?
In the age of access, the wholesale distribution model, which comes with inventory risk and high working-capital requirements, no longer makes a lot of sense.
US Retailers' Wary Outlook Reveals Scale of Tariff Fear
Tensions incurred by the trade war have loomed as a potential risk for markets for more than two years.
Politics Before Prosperity
Escalating trade tensions between the USA and China and growing political and financial concerns in the Eurozone have cast a storm over the SLI.
How I Became… Head of Global Creative at The North Face
'Don’t sell yourself short; don’t discount your beliefs. You can carve your own path, but you need to be resilient, agile and reactive,' says designer and three-time CFDA Award nominee, Tim Hamilton.
Trump's Tariffs Have Arrived. Here's How to Avoid Losing Your Shirt
Brands and retailers are facing a 25 percent hike in the cost of most Chinese-made apparel and footwear imports as soon as next month. But there are steps they can take to soften the blow.
The Plan to Turn Versace and Michael Kors Into 'America's LVMH' Begins Now
This week, everyone will be talking about Capri Holdings' plans for Michael Kors and Versace, Serena Williams and Roger Federer at the French Open and the start of swimwear season. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Did We Learn From Rihanna’s Fashion Launch?
The Fenty business model may not be truly revolutionary, but it does take new ideas further than other brands have been willing to go.
Power Moves | Chambre Syndicale de la Mode Masculine Names Celine CEO President
This week, Celine Chief Executive Séverine Merle has been named president of France’s men’s fashion chamber, while two veterans of Burberry’s board step down.
China’s Fashion Industry Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariffs
Importers of Chinese-made footwear and apparel are staring down the barrel of a 25 percent tariff. Why is the response from China so muted?