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.
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Retail
Will the Launch of Madewell Men's Boost J.Crew?
President Libby Wadle breaks down the fast-growing label’s dual-gender strategy.
Will the Launch of Madewell Men's Boost J.Crew?
President Libby Wadle breaks down the fast-growing label’s dual-gender strategy.
Retail
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
Retail
J. Crew Looks to Madewell for Growth After Long Slump
Though overall revenue increased just 2 percent last quarter, it jumped 32 percent at Madewell.
J. Crew Looks to Madewell for Growth After Long Slump
Though overall revenue increased just 2 percent last quarter, it jumped 32 percent at Madewell.
Retail
J. Crew's Sales Plummet, Overshadowing Growth at Madewell Brand
The company has made progress cutting expenses and boosting margins and expects to close 50 stores this year.
J. Crew's Sales Plummet, Overshadowing Growth at Madewell Brand
The company has made progress cutting expenses and boosting margins and expects to close 50 stores this year.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | J. Crew Designer, Global Brands President, Paule Ka Creative Director
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | J. Crew Designer, Global Brands President, Paule Ka Creative Director
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
News & Analysis
At Madewell, Mickey Drexler’s Third Act
"There are few fashion merchants who have better defined affordable American style than Mickey Drexler."
At Madewell, Mickey Drexler’s Third Act
"There are few fashion merchants who have better defined affordable American style than Mickey Drexler."
News & Analysis
Rick Owens meets Kris van Assche, ASOS’ future, Madewell remade, Mulberry profits surge, Talking to Tim Blanks
Kris Van Assche By Rick Owens (Interview) "The last two years have marked a subtle turning point for the 35-year-old Van Assche, who has weathered
Rick Owens meets Kris van Assche, ASOS’ future, Madewell remade, Mulberry profits surge, Talking to Tim Blanks
Kris Van Assche By Rick Owens (Interview) "The last two years have marked a subtle turning point for the 35-year-old Van Assche, who has weathered
The News in Brief
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.