British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
athleisure
News & Analysis
Nike Turned into a Luxury Brand When No One Was Looking
"The brand’s promotional efforts skew towards its newest and greatest inventions, as well as its more expensive offerings."
Nike Turned into a Luxury Brand When No One Was Looking
"The brand’s promotional efforts skew towards its newest and greatest inventions, as well as its more expensive offerings."
China
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
Luxury
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
News & Analysis
A Shift From Yoga Pants May Leave Lululemon Investors in a Sweat
At least two stock analysts have reduced their expectations for the company over concerns that women are losing interest in the "athleisure" category.
A Shift From Yoga Pants May Leave Lululemon Investors in a Sweat
At least two stock analysts have reduced their expectations for the company over concerns that women are losing interest in the "athleisure" category.
News & Analysis
A Shift in Fashion From 'Athleisure to Denim' to Impact Sales at Lululemon
"An era of wearing athletic apparel in public may soon hit a wall as consumers choose dressier clothing instead, according to Canaccord Genuity
A Shift in Fashion From 'Athleisure to Denim' to Impact Sales at Lululemon
"An era of wearing athletic apparel in public may soon hit a wall as consumers choose dressier clothing instead, according to Canaccord Genuity
News & Analysis
Athleisure’s Winners and Losers
Innovative retail and marketing concepts, as well as designer and celebrity collaborations have helped drive success in the athleisure sector.
Athleisure’s Winners and Losers
Innovative retail and marketing concepts, as well as designer and celebrity collaborations have helped drive success in the athleisure sector.
Marketing
Activewear Brands Limber Up in China
Changing cultural attitudes to sport, fitness and body image have opened up a huge activewear opportunity in China. Which international brands are poised to pounce?
Activewear Brands Limber Up in China
Changing cultural attitudes to sport, fitness and body image have opened up a huge activewear opportunity in China. Which international brands are poised to pounce?
News & Analysis
The Rise of Athleisure: How the High Street is Cashing in on Office-to-Gym Wear
"The trend for yoga pants and fashion- infused sportswear has quickly become one the biggest sources of growth for embattled high-street clothing
The Rise of Athleisure: How the High Street is Cashing in on Office-to-Gym Wear
"The trend for yoga pants and fashion- infused sportswear has quickly become one the biggest sources of growth for embattled high-street clothing
News & Analysis
Lululemon's CEO Sees Lots of Room to Grow
After two tough years, Lululemon Athletica is enjoying a rebound in sales and chief executive officer Laurent Potdevin is optimistic that the company can keep the momentum going.
Lululemon's CEO Sees Lots of Room to Grow
After two tough years, Lululemon Athletica is enjoying a rebound in sales and chief executive officer Laurent Potdevin is optimistic that the company can keep the momentum going.
News & Analysis
How Fashion Is Framing Olympic Athletes for Rio 2016
In the run-up to the Rio Olympics, magazines across the world are featuring athletes in a fusion of fashion and sport. Meaningful tribute or superficial spotlight?
How Fashion Is Framing Olympic Athletes for Rio 2016
In the run-up to the Rio Olympics, magazines across the world are featuring athletes in a fusion of fashion and sport. Meaningful tribute or superficial spotlight?
News & Analysis
Beyonce's Ivy Park Apparel Has 'Rigorous Ethical' Programme, Retailer Says
Ivy Park, the sportswear brand that is a joint venture between singer Beyonce and Topshop tycoon Philip Green, has defended itself against a Sun newspaper report that says its supplier in Sri Lanka uses "sweatshop slaves" to produce the clothing.
Beyonce's Ivy Park Apparel Has 'Rigorous Ethical' Programme, Retailer Says
Ivy Park, the sportswear brand that is a joint venture between singer Beyonce and Topshop tycoon Philip Green, has defended itself against a Sun newspaper report that says its supplier in Sri Lanka uses "sweatshop slaves" to produce the clothing.
News & Analysis
Is the New Luxury a Better You?
Luxury spending is shifting from stuff to experiences to personal transformations, where a better you becomes the product.
Is the New Luxury a Better You?
Luxury spending is shifting from stuff to experiences to personal transformations, where a better you becomes the product.
The News in Brief
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
Hermès Sales Climb, Boosted By US
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.