Asos Announces Law Roach as Stylist in Residence
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
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Booming Back-to-School Shopping Season May Give Retailers Lift They Need
Spending is expected to reach $32.5 billion, up 16 percent from 2020 and 17 percent from 2019.
Booming Back-to-School Shopping Season May Give Retailers Lift They Need
Spending is expected to reach $32.5 billion, up 16 percent from 2020 and 17 percent from 2019.
One Year Later, the 15 Percent Pledge Raises Its Ambitions
As Nordstrom announces a 10-year partnership with the organisation launched on Instagram after George Floyd’s death to call on retailers to spend more money on Black-owned brands, founder Aurora James and board member Emma Grede tell BoF about keeping up the momentum and supporting entrepreneurs.
One Year Later, the 15 Percent Pledge Raises Its Ambitions
As Nordstrom announces a 10-year partnership with the organisation launched on Instagram after George Floyd’s death to call on retailers to spend more money on Black-owned brands, founder Aurora James and board member Emma Grede tell BoF about keeping up the momentum and supporting entrepreneurs.
Does Fur Have a Future?
As brands that once relied on fur as a symbol of luxury back away from it, many are trying to move forward with their brand identity intact.
Does Fur Have a Future?
As brands that once relied on fur as a symbol of luxury back away from it, many are trying to move forward with their brand identity intact.
Designer Karen Walker on Shedding Excess and Renewing Purpose
BoF’s Tim Blanks speaks to New Zealand-based designer Karen Walker about how Covid-19 has changed her business.
Designer Karen Walker on Shedding Excess and Renewing Purpose
BoF’s Tim Blanks speaks to New Zealand-based designer Karen Walker about how Covid-19 has changed her business.
The Plus-Size Company That Became a Billion-Dollar Brand
Torrid, a 20-year-old brand that IPO’d Thursday, has benefitted as body positivity has entered the fashion mainstream.
The Plus-Size Company That Became a Billion-Dollar Brand
Torrid, a 20-year-old brand that IPO’d Thursday, has benefitted as body positivity has entered the fashion mainstream.
The BoF Professional Summit: What’s a Store For?
The role of physical retail has drastically changed in the past few years. BoF’s Imran Amed and retail futurist Doug Stephens are joined by a panel of experts to talk about the evolving purpose of stores.
The BoF Professional Summit: What’s a Store For?
The role of physical retail has drastically changed in the past few years. BoF’s Imran Amed and retail futurist Doug Stephens are joined by a panel of experts to talk about the evolving purpose of stores.
How an Emerging Brand Plans to Parlay Instagram Buzz Into Luxury Sales
Charlotte Knowles and Alexandre Arsenault’s label KNWLS’ has celebrity fans, plenty of Instagram buzz and rising sales. Now the design duo are hoping to prove to buyers and consumers they can move beyond corsets and bondage-inspired pieces.
How an Emerging Brand Plans to Parlay Instagram Buzz Into Luxury Sales
Charlotte Knowles and Alexandre Arsenault’s label KNWLS’ has celebrity fans, plenty of Instagram buzz and rising sales. Now the design duo are hoping to prove to buyers and consumers they can move beyond corsets and bondage-inspired pieces.
Two Funding Rounds Show Where the Sneaker Market Is Headed
Goat and SoleSavy raised funds amid a frenzied sneaker resale market, but the two have different visions for the future of streetwear.
Two Funding Rounds Show Where the Sneaker Market Is Headed
Goat and SoleSavy raised funds amid a frenzied sneaker resale market, but the two have different visions for the future of streetwear.
From Florence to New York, Fashion Events Are Back
This week, everyone will be talking about the 100th Pitti Uomo, Marc Jacobs’ show in New York and the BoF Professional Summit on retail’s future.
From Florence to New York, Fashion Events Are Back
This week, everyone will be talking about the 100th Pitti Uomo, Marc Jacobs’ show in New York and the BoF Professional Summit on retail’s future.
Inside Pandora’s Plan to Sell Lab-Created Diamonds to the Masses
Rather than targeting the biggest portion of the diamond market, engagement and bridal, the world’s biggest jeweller is selling pieces made with lab-created diamonds to women shopping for themselves.
Inside Pandora’s Plan to Sell Lab-Created Diamonds to the Masses
Rather than targeting the biggest portion of the diamond market, engagement and bridal, the world’s biggest jeweller is selling pieces made with lab-created diamonds to women shopping for themselves.
Why PVH Sold Its Heritage Brands
The transaction marks the end of an era for the company as it aims to strengthen its main brands, Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, and recover from the pandemic. BoF speaks to chief executive Stefan Larsson.
Why PVH Sold Its Heritage Brands
The transaction marks the end of an era for the company as it aims to strengthen its main brands, Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, and recover from the pandemic. BoF speaks to chief executive Stefan Larsson.
PVH Sells Heritage Brands Assets to Authentic Brands Group in $220 Million Deal
The American fashion group is exiting the business to focus on its core brands, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein.
PVH Sells Heritage Brands Assets to Authentic Brands Group in $220 Million Deal
The American fashion group is exiting the business to focus on its core brands, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
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.