Ulta Beauty Raises 2026 Guidance as Sales Rise 8.9%
The beauty retailer’s fiscal second-quarter growth was driven by fragrance, K-beauty and store expansion, said CEO Kecia Steelman.
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News & Analysis
With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?
The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.
With Phoebe Philo Leaving Céline, What's Next?
The news of Philo's exit follows BoF’s October 2017 report that first revealed the creative director was set to depart the LVMH brand.
Financial Markets
Nike Remains Challenged in the US
The company has said it would improve results in its largest market by selling to fewer retailers and doing more business with chains that focus on athletic gear.
Nike Remains Challenged in the US
The company has said it would improve results in its largest market by selling to fewer retailers and doing more business with chains that focus on athletic gear.
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Public School Bows Out of NYFW
Founders Maxwell Osborne and Dao-Yi Chow will pivot to a direct-to-consumer model in the spring of 2018.
Public School Bows Out of NYFW
Founders Maxwell Osborne and Dao-Yi Chow will pivot to a direct-to-consumer model in the spring of 2018.
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The Depraved Kindness of Rick Owens
The designer talks to BoF’s Tim Blanks on the occasion of his retrospective-meets-reckoning ‘Subhuman Inhuman Superhuman.’
The Depraved Kindness of Rick Owens
The designer talks to BoF’s Tim Blanks on the occasion of his retrospective-meets-reckoning ‘Subhuman Inhuman Superhuman.’
News & Analysis
Jonathan Saunders Resigns from DVF
Jonathan Saunders is exiting his role as chief creative officer of DVF, effective immediately.
Jonathan Saunders Resigns from DVF
Jonathan Saunders is exiting his role as chief creative officer of DVF, effective immediately.
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Cathy Horyn: 'I Support People Who Have Guts'
Fashion critic Cathy Horyn talks about navigating emerging designers, new media and nostalgia, courtesy of 1 Granary.
Cathy Horyn: 'I Support People Who Have Guts'
Fashion critic Cathy Horyn talks about navigating emerging designers, new media and nostalgia, courtesy of 1 Granary.
Financial Markets
Carmen Busquets Leads Seed Funding for Maison-De-Mode.com
The luxury ethical retailer plans to use the capital to help scale the business further by growing the size of the company's team, investing in new technologies and expanding into new product categories.
Carmen Busquets Leads Seed Funding for Maison-De-Mode.com
The luxury ethical retailer plans to use the capital to help scale the business further by growing the size of the company's team, investing in new technologies and expanding into new product categories.
News & Analysis
Louis Vuitton Turns to Facebook Bot to Chat Up Customers Online
The move comes as owner LVMH, whose products also include Christian Dior perfumes and Dom Pérignon Champagne, accelerates its efforts to bring its luxury goods empire into the digital age.
Louis Vuitton Turns to Facebook Bot to Chat Up Customers Online
The move comes as owner LVMH, whose products also include Christian Dior perfumes and Dom Pérignon Champagne, accelerates its efforts to bring its luxury goods empire into the digital age.
Fashion Week
Acne Studios to Merge Womenswear Collections and Move to Couture Schedule
The Stockholm-based brand has restructured its ready-to-wear business and is set to present off-schedule at the couture shows in Paris.
Acne Studios to Merge Womenswear Collections and Move to Couture Schedule
The Stockholm-based brand has restructured its ready-to-wear business and is set to present off-schedule at the couture shows in Paris.
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Natalia Vodianova on Making Philanthropy Modern
Inspired by the rise of 'clicktivism,' the model launched Elbi, a charitable-giving app designed to democratise philanthropy. On stage at #BoFVOICES, she questioned how technology can better serve local charities around the world. Watch now.
Natalia Vodianova on Making Philanthropy Modern
Inspired by the rise of 'clicktivism,' the model launched Elbi, a charitable-giving app designed to democratise philanthropy. On stage at #BoFVOICES, she questioned how technology can better serve local charities around the world. Watch now.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Fashion’s Culture of Lechery
Bruce Weber’s alleged sexual harassment of the model Jason Boyce is the latest sign of a culture that encourages and capitalises on mass predation, argues Chris Wallace.
Op-Ed | Fashion’s Culture of Lechery
Bruce Weber’s alleged sexual harassment of the model Jason Boyce is the latest sign of a culture that encourages and capitalises on mass predation, argues Chris Wallace.
News & Analysis
BoF Honours Natalia Vodianova with Global VOICES Award
Guests closed out the VOICES 2017 gathering at a Russian-themed gala celebrating the supermodel and philanthropist.
BoF Honours Natalia Vodianova with Global VOICES Award
Guests closed out the VOICES 2017 gathering at a Russian-themed gala celebrating the supermodel and philanthropist.
The News in Brief
Nike Hires Walmart Veteran Ewing as Chief Commercial Officer
Jane Ewing, who was most recently interim chief executive officer for Sam’s Club in China, will join Nike on Sept. 7.
Gap Replaces Old Navy CEO After Bigger-Than-Expected Sales Drop
Former Target and Walmart veteran Michael Francis, known in the industry as a marketing guru, will succeed current Old Navy CEO Horacio Barbeito on Nov. 2.
Inditex’s Primark Competitor Lefties Lands in the UK
The low-cost clothing brand opened its first UK store in Liverpool on Thursday, with shops in Newcastle and Essex due to follow later this year.
David Pemsel to Step Down as British Fashion Council Chairman
The UK fashion trade body has yet to name a successor.
Samsung Ordered to Pay Swatch $11.6 Million Over Copied Smartwatch Apps
The Swiss watchmaker initially sought about $170 million from the Korean technology giant for failing to prevent apps that mimicked its luxury brands on its smartwatch displays.
Kohl’s Turnaround Stalls as Sales Growth Stagnates
Kohl’s turnaround attempt showed some progress after the retailer raised its annual earnings outlook, but it still doesn’t see sales growth this year.
Abercrombie Sees Record Shares Jump After Guidance Lift
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares rallied after revenue topped estimates and the retailer raised its annual earnings guidance, suggesting the preppy apparel company is regaining momentum.