Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
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Creative Class
W. David Marx: Fashion Is Bigger Than Ever — But Worse at Rewarding Invention
Author W. David Marx joins Imran Amed on this week’s episode of The BoF Podcast to trace how Japan became a leading indicator for luxury, menswear and streetwear, and why his book “Blank Space” argues the culture industry has stopped rewarding real invention.
W. David Marx: Fashion Is Bigger Than Ever — But Worse at Rewarding Invention
Author W. David Marx joins Imran Amed on this week’s episode of The BoF Podcast to trace how Japan became a leading indicator for luxury, menswear and streetwear, and why his book “Blank Space” argues the culture industry has stopped rewarding real invention.
Beauty
Who’s Winning and Losing in Beauty’s First Half
BoF Senior Beauty Correspondent Daniela Morosini joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to break down what 2026 earnings so far reveal about the state of beauty — where growth is concentrated, where the cracks are showing, and what to watch in the second half.
Who’s Winning and Losing in Beauty’s First Half
BoF Senior Beauty Correspondent Daniela Morosini joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to break down what 2026 earnings so far reveal about the state of beauty — where growth is concentrated, where the cracks are showing, and what to watch in the second half.
Retail
Inside James Whitner’s Purpose-First Retail Playbook
In this rerun episode, James Whitner joins Imran Amed on The BoF Podcast to unpack the philosophy behind his Black-owned retail business Whitaker Group, which owns brands including Social Status, APB and A Ma Maniére, which earned a spot on BoF's list of The Best Fashion Stores in the World.
Inside James Whitner’s Purpose-First Retail Playbook
In this rerun episode, James Whitner joins Imran Amed on The BoF Podcast to unpack the philosophy behind his Black-owned retail business Whitaker Group, which owns brands including Social Status, APB and A Ma Maniére, which earned a spot on BoF's list of The Best Fashion Stores in the World.
Sustainability
Why Upcycling Is Suddenly Everywhere in Fashion
BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to unpack why upcycling is breaking into the mainstream — and whether it can become a durable part of fashion's supply chain.
Why Upcycling Is Suddenly Everywhere in Fashion
BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to unpack why upcycling is breaking into the mainstream — and whether it can become a durable part of fashion's supply chain.
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Retail
Chris Green on Why the Best Fashion Stores Don’t Chase Scale
Chris Green joins Imran Amed to explain how his self-funded Brooklyn menswear store earned a place among the world's best fashion stores — by staying off the internet and betting everything on how it feels to walk in the door.
Chris Green on Why the Best Fashion Stores Don’t Chase Scale
Chris Green joins Imran Amed to explain how his self-funded Brooklyn menswear store earned a place among the world's best fashion stores — by staying off the internet and betting everything on how it feels to walk in the door.
Workplace & Talent
The Debrief | The Fashion and Beauty Companies Everyone Wants to Work For
As economic uncertainty and hiring freezes reshape parts of the fashion and beauty job market, BoF’s Eoghan O’Donnell and Dan Hastings join Sheena Butler-Young to unpack BoF’s Most Desirable Beauty and Fashion Companies list and what makes an employer stand out today.
The Debrief | The Fashion and Beauty Companies Everyone Wants to Work For
As economic uncertainty and hiring freezes reshape parts of the fashion and beauty job market, BoF’s Eoghan O’Donnell and Dan Hastings join Sheena Butler-Young to unpack BoF’s Most Desirable Beauty and Fashion Companies list and what makes an employer stand out today.
Creative Class
The BoF Podcast | The Patient Work of Turning Around Dior
This week LVMH's fashion and leather goods division returned to growth for the first time in nearly two years, with Dior as one of the highlights. Last December, before a single piece he'd designed reached a shop, Jonathan Anderson spoke to Imran Amed about his plans for remaking the house.
The BoF Podcast | The Patient Work of Turning Around Dior
This week LVMH's fashion and leather goods division returned to growth for the first time in nearly two years, with Dior as one of the highlights. Last December, before a single piece he'd designed reached a shop, Jonathan Anderson spoke to Imran Amed about his plans for remaking the house.
Retail
The Debrief | Why Everyone’s Reading Clothing Labels Again
As shoppers swap “sustainable” for “healthy,” BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to unpack why fabric content has become fashion’s newest flashpoint — and why Gap just found out the hard way.
The Debrief | Why Everyone’s Reading Clothing Labels Again
As shoppers swap “sustainable” for “healthy,” BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to unpack why fabric content has become fashion’s newest flashpoint — and why Gap just found out the hard way.
The News in Brief
Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund
The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.
Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company
Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Next Wins Appeal in UK Equal Pay Case
The landmark ruling allows the retailer to pay warehouse workers more than shop staff on the basis it costs more to recruit and retain them.
L Catterton Nears Acquisition of Fitness Brand Hyrox
Private equity firm L Catterton is close to buying a controlling stake in Hyrox in a deal that may value the fitness competition brand at nearly $700 million, sources told Bloomberg.
Shein’s Value Down $5 Billion, Among HK’s Worst Post-IPO Weeks
Shein’s sliding market value reflects investor concerns over the fast-fashion retailer’s growth outlook.
Nykaa Increases Stake in Beauty Brand Earth Rhythm
The Indian beauty retailer has invested in the clean personal care brand for the third time, raising its stake by an additional 24.2 percent.