John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
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News & Analysis
Surge in Demand Boosts Top-End Retailers
" Ralph Lauren and Estée Lauder signalled on Wednesday that US prestige retailers are reaping the rewards of a rebounding domestic economy despite a
Surge in Demand Boosts Top-End Retailers
" Ralph Lauren and Estée Lauder signalled on Wednesday that US prestige retailers are reaping the rewards of a rebounding domestic economy despite a
News & Analysis
Ralph Lauren Profit Rises 10 Percent
NEW YORK, United States — Designer clothing company Ralph Lauren Corp reported a 10 percent rise in third-quarter profit, helped by higher sales at
Ralph Lauren Profit Rises 10 Percent
NEW YORK, United States — Designer clothing company Ralph Lauren Corp reported a 10 percent rise in third-quarter profit, helped by higher sales at
Global Markets
A Couture Stage Beyond Paris: Destiny, Dream or Delusion?
As fashion's centre of gravity moves steadily south and east, driven by the changing global distribution of both wealth and fashion creativity, Paris' monopoly on the dazzling couture trade is being challenged by a handful of new overseas events with their own ideas about couture.
A Couture Stage Beyond Paris: Destiny, Dream or Delusion?
As fashion's centre of gravity moves steadily south and east, driven by the changing global distribution of both wealth and fashion creativity, Paris' monopoly on the dazzling couture trade is being challenged by a handful of new overseas events with their own ideas about couture.
News & Analysis
Colin's Column | Could Illustration Offer an Antidote to Fashion Banality?
In a photography-saturated age, perhaps it’s time to recapture the power of great fashion illustration, says Colin McDowell.
Colin's Column | Could Illustration Offer an Antidote to Fashion Banality?
In a photography-saturated age, perhaps it’s time to recapture the power of great fashion illustration, says Colin McDowell.
News & Analysis
A Barneys Campaign Embraces a Gender Identity Issue
"They are just two of nearly 20 transgender models photographed by Bruce Weber who will appear in the new Barneys catalog and magazine campaign,
A Barneys Campaign Embraces a Gender Identity Issue
"They are just two of nearly 20 transgender models photographed by Bruce Weber who will appear in the new Barneys catalog and magazine campaign,
News & Analysis
DVF Will Team Up With St. Vincent at Fashion Show
NEW YORK, United States — It'll be music to the ears of fashionistas. Literally.
DVF Will Team Up With St. Vincent at Fashion Show
NEW YORK, United States — It'll be music to the ears of fashionistas. Literally.
News & Analysis
Stella Jean: Fashion's Latest Rising Star
"Armani chose to support her spring/summer 2014 collection in September by lending her his 550-seat show space in Milan and his communications team -
Stella Jean: Fashion's Latest Rising Star
"Armani chose to support her spring/summer 2014 collection in September by lending her his 550-seat show space in Milan and his communications team -
News & Analysis
At Chanel, Look at the Shoes!
"SNEAKERS at Chanel! Along with sporty waistbanded corsets, knee and elbow protective pads and wild hair, licking the head like flames and dubbed
At Chanel, Look at the Shoes!
"SNEAKERS at Chanel! Along with sporty waistbanded corsets, knee and elbow protective pads and wild hair, licking the head like flames and dubbed
Fashion Week
BoF Exclusive | CFDA Reveals New Strategy
Last year, the Council of Fashion Designers of America tapped the Boston Consulting Group to help define its mission for the next half-decade. Today, BoF can exclusively reveal the key elements of the CFDA's new strategy, built around education, partnerships, local manufacturing and, of course, revamping New York Fashion Week.
BoF Exclusive | CFDA Reveals New Strategy
Last year, the Council of Fashion Designers of America tapped the Boston Consulting Group to help define its mission for the next half-decade. Today, BoF can exclusively reveal the key elements of the CFDA's new strategy, built around education, partnerships, local manufacturing and, of course, revamping New York Fashion Week.
News & Analysis
12 Fashion Experts Look Back at the Menswear Season That Was
BoF speaks to industry insiders about the menswear season that just wrapped.
12 Fashion Experts Look Back at the Menswear Season That Was
BoF speaks to industry insiders about the menswear season that just wrapped.
News & Analysis
Photo Diary | PFW: Raf Simons, Givenchy, Valentino, Dior, Rick Owens, Dries Van Noten
Sonny Vandevelde brings us behind-the-scenes shots from Paris menswear week.
Photo Diary | PFW: Raf Simons, Givenchy, Valentino, Dior, Rick Owens, Dries Van Noten
Sonny Vandevelde brings us behind-the-scenes shots from Paris menswear week.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | It's Time to Address Fashion's Race Problem
The fashion industry is still plagued by a troubling lack of diversity and racial sensitivity and too little is being done about it, says Jason Campbell.
Op-Ed | It's Time to Address Fashion's Race Problem
The fashion industry is still plagued by a troubling lack of diversity and racial sensitivity and too little is being done about it, says Jason Campbell.
The News in Brief
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
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.
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.