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Case Study | Gen-Z Shopping: Separating Myth from Reality

A new generation of consumers is coming of age during a critical, sink-or-swim period for brands and retailers. In our latest case study, BoF puts some of the widely accepted attributes of Gen-Z under the microscope, and interrogates how five industry players — Nike, Brandy Melville, Morphe, Depop and Louis Vuitton — have successfully capitalised on the Gen-Z opportunity.

Case Study | Gen-Z Shopping: Separating Myth from Reality

A new generation of consumers is coming of age during a critical, sink-or-swim period for brands and retailers. In our latest case study, BoF puts some of the widely accepted attributes of Gen-Z under the microscope, and interrogates how five industry players — Nike, Brandy Melville, Morphe, Depop and Louis Vuitton — have successfully capitalised on the Gen-Z opportunity.


Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote

With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.

Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote

With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.


Is Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Lingerie Turning Its Hype Into Sales?

With the brand’s second fashion-music bonanza set to stream on Amazon this Friday, BoF examines how Savage X Fenty is performing in a competitive market.

Is Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty Lingerie Turning Its Hype Into Sales?

With the brand’s second fashion-music bonanza set to stream on Amazon this Friday, BoF examines how Savage X Fenty is performing in a competitive market.


How Not to Be a Boring Direct-to-Consumer Brand

In a fashion and beauty market packed with look-a-like labels, more start-ups are breaking the mould with a bolder aesthetic.

How Not to Be a Boring Direct-to-Consumer Brand

In a fashion and beauty market packed with look-a-like labels, more start-ups are breaking the mould with a bolder aesthetic.


Prada Experimented with a New Digital Fashion Show Format. Did It Work?

Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons' debut as co-creative directors was well received, but digital impressions were down from a year ago, according to one estimate.

Prada Experimented with a New Digital Fashion Show Format. Did It Work?

Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons' debut as co-creative directors was well received, but digital impressions were down from a year ago, according to one estimate.


How to Sell to College Students When Campus Is Closed

Brands like Aerie and VS Pink relied on in-person student events and campus ambassadors to drive sales. Can they replicate that success online?

How to Sell to College Students When Campus Is Closed

Brands like Aerie and VS Pink relied on in-person student events and campus ambassadors to drive sales. Can they replicate that success online?


Brands Turn to Unusual Sponsors for Fashion Week

As their usual sources of sponsorship evaporate, fashion brands presenting new collections at both digital and physical runway shows must reconsider how they offer value to partners.

Brands Turn to Unusual Sponsors for Fashion Week

As their usual sources of sponsorship evaporate, fashion brands presenting new collections at both digital and physical runway shows must reconsider how they offer value to partners.


BoF LIVE: How to Communicate in a Crisis

Two crisis management veterans shed light on some of the key principles to effectively manage and address business blowups.

BoF LIVE: How to Communicate in a Crisis

Two crisis management veterans shed light on some of the key principles to effectively manage and address business blowups.


How Fashion's Sustainability Targets Measure Up

After weathering the initial shock of the coronavirus crisis, many fashion companies have started to publish their sustainability goals for the next five to 10 years. But these initiatives risk falling short of an industry-wide imperative to drastically reduce environmental impact within the next decade.

How Fashion's Sustainability Targets Measure Up

After weathering the initial shock of the coronavirus crisis, many fashion companies have started to publish their sustainability goals for the next five to 10 years. But these initiatives risk falling short of an industry-wide imperative to drastically reduce environmental impact within the next decade.


The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians

In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.

The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians

In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.


How Influencers Are Protecting Themselves Against Misbehaving Brands

Brands have long held the upper hand when it comes to making deals with influencers. But as more companies are called out publicly for wrongdoings, Instagram stars are demanding the ability to break contracts, speak more freely — and get paid on time.

How Influencers Are Protecting Themselves Against Misbehaving Brands

Brands have long held the upper hand when it comes to making deals with influencers. But as more companies are called out publicly for wrongdoings, Instagram stars are demanding the ability to break contracts, speak more freely — and get paid on time.


KCD and CAA Announce Joint Venture

The full-service fashion communications firm and entertainment agency will retain their own businesses while pooling resources to pursue new projects together.

KCD and CAA Announce Joint Venture

The full-service fashion communications firm and entertainment agency will retain their own businesses while pooling resources to pursue new projects together.