Asos Names Law Roach ‘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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A Cautious Return to the Runway in Paris
This week, everyone will be talking about men’s fashion week in Paris, Nike’s latest results and the growing influence of Amazon’s Prime Day .
A Cautious Return to the Runway in Paris
This week, everyone will be talking about men’s fashion week in Paris, Nike’s latest results and the growing influence of Amazon’s Prime Day .
China’s Worse-Than-Suez Ship Delays Set to Widen Trade Chaos
It may be months before the cargo backlog in southern China clears, meaning disruptions will extend into the late-summer period of peak demand in Europe and the US.
China’s Worse-Than-Suez Ship Delays Set to Widen Trade Chaos
It may be months before the cargo backlog in southern China clears, meaning disruptions will extend into the late-summer period of peak demand in Europe and the US.
#BoFLIVE: The Evolution of Commerce-Connected Content
Join BoF’s Robin Mellery-Pratt in conversation with a host of experts to discover how to build a competitive advantage by innovating content-driven commerce.
#BoFLIVE: The Evolution of Commerce-Connected Content
Join BoF’s Robin Mellery-Pratt in conversation with a host of experts to discover how to build a competitive advantage by innovating content-driven commerce.
Are Fashion E-Tailers Any Closer to Solving Their Fit Problem?
Specialised fit tech firms are offering ‘try before you buy’ solutions that could save the industry billions of dollars in lost sales and returns each year, but some are looking to tech giants for the next wave of innovation.
Are Fashion E-Tailers Any Closer to Solving Their Fit Problem?
Specialised fit tech firms are offering ‘try before you buy’ solutions that could save the industry billions of dollars in lost sales and returns each year, but some are looking to tech giants for the next wave of innovation.
BoF LIVE: Post-Pandemic Dressing — What Are Consumers Buying Now?
After more than a year of elasticated waistbands, will high heels and party dresses make a comeback? BoF’s latest live event takes stock of the new consumer psychology.
BoF LIVE: Post-Pandemic Dressing — What Are Consumers Buying Now?
After more than a year of elasticated waistbands, will high heels and party dresses make a comeback? BoF’s latest live event takes stock of the new consumer psychology.
Neiman Marcus To Acquire Retail Platform Stylyze
The deal, to be finalised in 2022, is part of a wider digital strategy that includes $500 million in investments over the next three years.
Neiman Marcus To Acquire Retail Platform Stylyze
The deal, to be finalised in 2022, is part of a wider digital strategy that includes $500 million in investments over the next three years.
Selfridges Said to Be on Sale for $5.7 Billion After Approach
The billionaire family behind Selfridges & Co. has asked Credit Suisse to advise on the future of the business, though discussions are at an early stage and may not lead to a transaction, say sources.
Selfridges Said to Be on Sale for $5.7 Billion After Approach
The billionaire family behind Selfridges & Co. has asked Credit Suisse to advise on the future of the business, though discussions are at an early stage and may not lead to a transaction, say sources.
Don’t Miss the BoF Professional Summit on the Future of Stores
Sign up now to join BoF and retail futurist Doug Stephens on June 30, 2021.
Don’t Miss the BoF Professional Summit on the Future of Stores
Sign up now to join BoF and retail futurist Doug Stephens on June 30, 2021.
Gap’s First Yeezy Product Is Here
The hotly anticipated tie-up between Kanye West’s Yeezy brand and Gap launched with a blue puffer jacket made from recycled nylon.
Gap’s First Yeezy Product Is Here
The hotly anticipated tie-up between Kanye West’s Yeezy brand and Gap launched with a blue puffer jacket made from recycled nylon.
The Metaverse Will Radically Change Retail
The coming of a collective, persistent, virtual reality will fundamentally transform how we live and shop, writes retail guru Doug Stephens.
The Metaverse Will Radically Change Retail
The coming of a collective, persistent, virtual reality will fundamentally transform how we live and shop, writes retail guru Doug Stephens.
What Is Fast Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about France reopening, the debate over Pride merchandise and Zara owner Inditex’s results.
What Is Fast Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about France reopening, the debate over Pride merchandise and Zara owner Inditex’s results.
Etsy’s Depop Deal Is Only the Beginning for Resale Consolidation
The fast-growing but fragmented second-hand fashion space is set for further consolidation, as even the biggest players struggle to turn a profit.
Etsy’s Depop Deal Is Only the Beginning for Resale Consolidation
The fast-growing but fragmented second-hand fashion space is set for further consolidation, as even the biggest players struggle to turn a profit.
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.