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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.

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News & Analysis

What You May Have Missed This Week

BoF brings you the top six fashion news and analysis stories of the week.


Financial Markets

Ralph Lauren Hires Coach CFO as It Shakes Up Management Ranks

Jane Nielsen will join the fashion house as chief financial officer in September.



News & Analysis

Chinese Tourists Told to Shut Their Wallets

Chinese tourist spending fell off a cliff for the second consecutive month in April, contributing to the sector’s continued downward rating.


News & Analysis

Ralph Lauren to Cut Jobs, Shops and Real Estate

Ralph Lauren Corp said it would cut jobs, close stores and reduce its real estate as part of a sweeping plan to lower costs and revive sales growth.


News & Analysis

Tim Coppens Designing New Line for Under Armour

BoF can exclusively reveal that designer Tim Coppens will join Under Armour as executive creative director of Under Armour Sportswear, a new premium line.


News & Analysis

Op-Ed | Reimagining 'Brand America'

Brands and retailers whose image is rooted in classic notions of Americana must rethink the way they leverage 'Brand America', argues Ruth Bernstein.



Retail

Can American Retailers Kick Their Discounts Addiction?

Rampant discounting at American retailers is creating a race to the bottom, shrinking profit margins and diminishing brand value. Where will it end?


News & Analysis

Gap Inc Names Sonia Syngal as Old Navy Head

Apparel retailer Gap Inc said it appointed Sonia Syngal as the president of Gap's Old Navy division, a post which was vacant since the departure of Stefan Larsson.