Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
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Nike, Adidas and Uniqlo Face Off at the US Open
This week, everyone will be talking about what Serena Williams and Roger Federer are wearing on and off the court at the US Open, the health of shopping malls and the stores inside them. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Nike, Adidas and Uniqlo Face Off at the US Open
This week, everyone will be talking about what Serena Williams and Roger Federer are wearing on and off the court at the US Open, the health of shopping malls and the stores inside them. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
Under Armour Sales Top Expectations
North American sales grew for the first time in a year, helping drive revenue at the athleticwear maker that topped analysts’ estimates and sending shares up by 7.4 percent.
Under Armour Sales Top Expectations
North American sales grew for the first time in a year, helping drive revenue at the athleticwear maker that topped analysts’ estimates and sending shares up by 7.4 percent.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Names Calvin McDonald as New CEO
McDonald joins from LVMH's cosmetics retailer Sephora, where he was head of the Americas region.
Lululemon Names Calvin McDonald as New CEO
McDonald joins from LVMH's cosmetics retailer Sephora, where he was head of the Americas region.
News & Analysis
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
China
Li Ning Spars With Nike and Adidas
Hungry for more of China’s $33 billion sportswear market, Li Ning wants to outdo the competition. This week, the Chinese giant will reveal a collaboration with a major international designer at its Paris fashion show.
Li Ning Spars With Nike and Adidas
Hungry for more of China’s $33 billion sportswear market, Li Ning wants to outdo the competition. This week, the Chinese giant will reveal a collaboration with a major international designer at its Paris fashion show.
News & Analysis
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Names Chief Financial Officer as CEO Search Continues
Patrick Guido, who goes by PJ, is a veteran of VF Corp. and Home Depot.
Lululemon Names Chief Financial Officer as CEO Search Continues
Patrick Guido, who goes by PJ, is a veteran of VF Corp. and Home Depot.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Searches for New CEO Amid Controversy
As the company looks to rebound after inappropriate workplace behaviour by chief executive Laurent Potdevin, his replacement will need to grow the company internationally while rehabilitating its internal culture.
Lululemon Searches for New CEO Amid Controversy
As the company looks to rebound after inappropriate workplace behaviour by chief executive Laurent Potdevin, his replacement will need to grow the company internationally while rehabilitating its internal culture.
News & Analysis
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
News & Analysis
Lululemon's Split With CEO Said to Involve Employee Relationship
Investors have largely taken the shake-up in stride, with shares tumbling in late trading on Monday, and gaining on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Lululemon's Split With CEO Said to Involve Employee Relationship
Investors have largely taken the shake-up in stride, with shares tumbling in late trading on Monday, and gaining on Tuesday and Wednesday.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Rallies After Dispelling Fears of an Athleisure Bubble
The yoga-pants maker topped analysts’ estimates with its third-quarter sales and profit, allaying fears that the athleisure market has lost a step.
Lululemon Rallies After Dispelling Fears of an Athleisure Bubble
The yoga-pants maker topped analysts’ estimates with its third-quarter sales and profit, allaying fears that the athleisure market has lost a step.
News & Analysis
SoulCycle Partners With Public School
SoulCycle’s latest retail collaboration, a line of high-end workout clothing designed in tandem with streetwear brand Public School, was unveiled during a SoulCycle class that doubled as fashion show.
SoulCycle Partners With Public School
SoulCycle’s latest retail collaboration, a line of high-end workout clothing designed in tandem with streetwear brand Public School, was unveiled during a SoulCycle class that doubled as fashion show.
The News in Brief
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.