Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
apparel
Workplace & Talent
Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’
The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.
Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’
The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.
Retail
How Retro Sneakers Took Over Fashion
Fashion may always be chasing the next big thing, but in the sneaker market, decades-old styles dominate, which experts attribute to forces like nostalgia, the rise of hip-hop, risk-averse business strategies and a cultural obsession with recycling intellectual property.
How Retro Sneakers Took Over Fashion
Fashion may always be chasing the next big thing, but in the sneaker market, decades-old styles dominate, which experts attribute to forces like nostalgia, the rise of hip-hop, risk-averse business strategies and a cultural obsession with recycling intellectual property.
Retail
Gap Eyes Weak Third-Quarter Sales as Consumer Spending Weakens
Gap Inc. on Thursday forecast a steeper-than-expected decline in current-quarter sales after missing expectations in the second quarter, hit by slowing demand for its accessories and apparel as budget-strained American customers cut back on spending.
Gap Eyes Weak Third-Quarter Sales as Consumer Spending Weakens
Gap Inc. on Thursday forecast a steeper-than-expected decline in current-quarter sales after missing expectations in the second quarter, hit by slowing demand for its accessories and apparel as budget-strained American customers cut back on spending.
Retail
Mary Earps Goalkeeper Shirts to Go on Sale After Nike U-Turn
The England goalkeeper Mary Earps’ penalty save in the Women’s World Cup final was one of the most nail-biting moments of the tournament, and there was a public outcry from fans when Nike refused to sell replicas of her green jersey.
Mary Earps Goalkeeper Shirts to Go on Sale After Nike U-Turn
The England goalkeeper Mary Earps’ penalty save in the Women’s World Cup final was one of the most nail-biting moments of the tournament, and there was a public outcry from fans when Nike refused to sell replicas of her green jersey.
Retail
Is Gap’s CEO ‘Kenough’ for Investors Seeking a Turnaround?
The apparel company is betting its new CEO, Richard Dickson, can emulate the success he found at Mattel.
Is Gap’s CEO ‘Kenough’ for Investors Seeking a Turnaround?
The apparel company is betting its new CEO, Richard Dickson, can emulate the success he found at Mattel.
Retail
Macy’s Falls as Markdowns to Clear Inventory Cut Into Sales
Macy’s Inc. comparable sales beat analyst expectations, but a significant drop from a year ago shows that department store customers are pulling back on purchases.
Macy’s Falls as Markdowns to Clear Inventory Cut Into Sales
Macy’s Inc. comparable sales beat analyst expectations, but a significant drop from a year ago shows that department store customers are pulling back on purchases.
News & Analysis
Clamour Grows for Nike to Sell Replica Mary Earps Shirt After World Cup Final
Nike is facing increased demands to sell a Mary Earps shirt after the England player saved a penalty in the World Cup final and was named the tournament’s best goalkeeper.
Clamour Grows for Nike to Sell Replica Mary Earps Shirt After World Cup Final
Nike is facing increased demands to sell a Mary Earps shirt after the England player saved a penalty in the World Cup final and was named the tournament’s best goalkeeper.
Retail
The Asian Retailer Outgunning Amazon and Walmart in South Africa
Shein, founded in China, is gaining a foothold in a nascent e-commerce market in the most industrialised country in Africa and is squaring up to US giants Walmart Inc. and Amazon.com Inc., who want to do the same.
The Asian Retailer Outgunning Amazon and Walmart in South Africa
Shein, founded in China, is gaining a foothold in a nascent e-commerce market in the most industrialised country in Africa and is squaring up to US giants Walmart Inc. and Amazon.com Inc., who want to do the same.
Retail
The Most Resilient Category in Retail
While the rest of fashion contends with uneven demand, off-price chains like T.J.Maxx and Ross Stores have proved to be a bright spot.
The Most Resilient Category in Retail
While the rest of fashion contends with uneven demand, off-price chains like T.J.Maxx and Ross Stores have proved to be a bright spot.
Retail
Uniqlo Taps Clare Waight Keller for Fall Capsule
Former Givenchy artistic director Clare Waight Keller has designed a collection for Uniqlo, dubbed Uniqlo: C, which will be available to purchase in mid-September.
Uniqlo Taps Clare Waight Keller for Fall Capsule
Former Givenchy artistic director Clare Waight Keller has designed a collection for Uniqlo, dubbed Uniqlo: C, which will be available to purchase in mid-September.
Retail
Peter Do to Collaborate With Banana Republic
New York-based designer Peter Do, who was tapped in May to be creative director at Helmut Lang, has designed a capsule collection for Banana Republic, the Gap Inc.-owned retailer announced Tuesday.
Peter Do to Collaborate With Banana Republic
New York-based designer Peter Do, who was tapped in May to be creative director at Helmut Lang, has designed a capsule collection for Banana Republic, the Gap Inc.-owned retailer announced Tuesday.
Retail
Can Me+Em Sell British Style to American Women?
London-based DTC womenswear brand Me+Em is betting that its lego-like approach to fashion, which built it a following in its home country, will translate to the US market.
Can Me+Em Sell British Style to American Women?
London-based DTC womenswear brand Me+Em is betting that its lego-like approach to fashion, which built it a following in its home country, will translate to the US market.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.