Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
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A Look at Investors’ Dwindling Faith in Sportswear
Investors couldn’t get enough of sportswear in the marketplace five years ago. These days, judging by how significantly the market capitalisations of the industry’s biggest brands have shrunk, interest has fallen to a post-pandemic low.
A Look at Investors’ Dwindling Faith in Sportswear
Investors couldn’t get enough of sportswear in the marketplace five years ago. These days, judging by how significantly the market capitalisations of the industry’s biggest brands have shrunk, interest has fallen to a post-pandemic low.
Retail
Nike Hires Ex-Foot Locker Executive to Run Converse Operations
Kristin Bauer, who was chief supply chain officer for the sneaker retailer for nearly three years, will join Converse as chief operating officer on Sept. 14, according to an internal memo.
Nike Hires Ex-Foot Locker Executive to Run Converse Operations
Kristin Bauer, who was chief supply chain officer for the sneaker retailer for nearly three years, will join Converse as chief operating officer on Sept. 14, according to an internal memo.
Beauty
At a $10.1 Billion Valuation, Whoop Turns to Women
The US wearables company is hoping to add more female customers with the launch of a new, more elevated design.
At a $10.1 Billion Valuation, Whoop Turns to Women
The US wearables company is hoping to add more female customers with the launch of a new, more elevated design.
Beauty
Can Underwear Be Skincare?
Labels like Underdays and Sylva are on the vanguard of a new category called 'carewear,' creating clothing with wellness or skincare benefits. But the business plan is still a work in progress.
Can Underwear Be Skincare?
Labels like Underdays and Sylva are on the vanguard of a new category called 'carewear,' creating clothing with wellness or skincare benefits. But the business plan is still a work in progress.
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Retail
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.
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.
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Inside the Team Steering the Next Chapter of Lululemon’s Design Strategy
As the Vancouver-based performance apparel, footwear and accessories brand evolves its design playbook to meet the demands of a global consumer base, BoF sits down with its global creative director, Jonathan Cheung, to learn more about the team shaping its new design era.
Inside the Team Steering the Next Chapter of Lululemon’s Design Strategy
As the Vancouver-based performance apparel, footwear and accessories brand evolves its design playbook to meet the demands of a global consumer base, BoF sits down with its global creative director, Jonathan Cheung, to learn more about the team shaping its new design era.
Sustainability
Nylon Recycling Startup Syntetica Raises $30 Million Series A
Lululemon and apparel manufacturer MAS Holdings are among the investors backing the French startup as it scales a proprietary process for recycling nylon from mixed-textile waste.
Nylon Recycling Startup Syntetica Raises $30 Million Series A
Lululemon and apparel manufacturer MAS Holdings are among the investors backing the French startup as it scales a proprietary process for recycling nylon from mixed-textile waste.
Retail
Lululemon Shareholders Back Board After Truce With Founder
Lululemon shareholders elected three management-backed directors, including former Levi Strauss chief Chip Bergh, cementing the settlement of a bruising proxy battle with its founder and paving the way for the incoming CEO to focus on reviving the athleisure brand.
Lululemon Shareholders Back Board After Truce With Founder
Lululemon shareholders elected three management-backed directors, including former Levi Strauss chief Chip Bergh, cementing the settlement of a bruising proxy battle with its founder and paving the way for the incoming CEO to focus on reviving the athleisure brand.
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Retail
The TikTok-Savvy Activewear Brands Stealing Market Share
A crop of small but emerging brands is capitalising on demand for novelty in the category, using TikTok-savvy marketing and a lifestyle-driven position to chip away at the dominance of established players like Lululemon.
The TikTok-Savvy Activewear Brands Stealing Market Share
A crop of small but emerging brands is capitalising on demand for novelty in the category, using TikTok-savvy marketing and a lifestyle-driven position to chip away at the dominance of established players like Lululemon.
Sports
The Debrief | Nike’s Reality Check
BoF’s Mike Sykes explains why Nike’s recovery under Elliott Hill still feels incomplete and examines why investor patience is wearing thin.
The Debrief | Nike’s Reality Check
BoF’s Mike Sykes explains why Nike’s recovery under Elliott Hill still feels incomplete and examines why investor patience is wearing thin.
Sports
Nike’s Struggling Converse Unit Has Suitor in Authentic Brands
The brand management firm has expressed interest in buying Converse if it’s put up for sale, though Nike has said it doesn’t plan to part ways with the struggling sneaker label.
Nike’s Struggling Converse Unit Has Suitor in Authentic Brands
The brand management firm has expressed interest in buying Converse if it’s put up for sale, though Nike has said it doesn’t plan to part ways with the struggling sneaker label.
Sports
Nike’s China Stumble Exposes Execution Gaps
Operational missteps and fierce competition from domestic rivals like Anta have left the sportswear brand trailing in its second-largest market outside North America.
Nike’s China Stumble Exposes Execution Gaps
Operational missteps and fierce competition from domestic rivals like Anta have left the sportswear brand trailing in its second-largest market outside North America.
The News in Brief
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.
Kevin.Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.
Mco Parent VidaCorp Rebrands to Axia Beauty Group
The company, which also owns brands Nude by Nature and Poni, also announced its new global headquarters and chief marketing officer.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.