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.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
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 Search for the Next Shein
Investment firms like Andreessen Horowitz are backing start-ups that mimic the Chinese fast-fashion giant’s blueprint, as they look to build the next big Gen Z label.
The Search for the Next Shein
Investment firms like Andreessen Horowitz are backing start-ups that mimic the Chinese fast-fashion giant’s blueprint, as they look to build the next big Gen Z label.
#BoFLIVE: Post-Pandemic Dressing — What Are Consumers Buying?
The pandemic changed how people dress. But the era of all sweatpants, all the time is over. Exclusively for BoF Professional members, a host of experts discuss what are consumers buying now.
#BoFLIVE: Post-Pandemic Dressing — What Are Consumers Buying?
The pandemic changed how people dress. But the era of all sweatpants, all the time is over. Exclusively for BoF Professional members, a host of experts discuss what are consumers buying now.
BoF Professional Summit: What’s a Store For?
Join BoF and retail futurist Doug Stephens on June 30, 2021.
BoF Professional Summit: What’s a Store For?
Join BoF and retail futurist Doug Stephens on June 30, 2021.
Why Etsy Bought Depop
The marketplace’s $1.6 billion acquisition of the young-skewing resale platform is a big bet on the future of secondhand fashion. It also spells bigger, badder competition for the growing field of contenders in the category.
Why Etsy Bought Depop
The marketplace’s $1.6 billion acquisition of the young-skewing resale platform is a big bet on the future of secondhand fashion. It also spells bigger, badder competition for the growing field of contenders in the category.
BoF LIVE: The Dos and Don’ts of Livestream Shopping
Live selling via streaming has been a huge success in China — but whether it will catch on in the US and Europe remains to be seen. BoF sits down with a panel of experts to talk strategy.
BoF LIVE: The Dos and Don’ts of Livestream Shopping
Live selling via streaming has been a huge success in China — but whether it will catch on in the US and Europe remains to be seen. BoF sits down with a panel of experts to talk strategy.
Etsy Buys Depop for $1.6 Billion
The marketplace for handmade and vintage goods has acquired the second hand fashion app known for its traction with Generation Z in a deal expected to close in the third quarter of this year.
Etsy Buys Depop for $1.6 Billion
The marketplace for handmade and vintage goods has acquired the second hand fashion app known for its traction with Generation Z in a deal expected to close in the third quarter of this year.
Retail’s Uneven Recovery in Three Charts
Shoppers are finally returning to stores, but the progress is uneven and unequal.
Retail’s Uneven Recovery in Three Charts
Shoppers are finally returning to stores, but the progress is uneven and unequal.
The Swimwear Boom Resumes
This week, everyone will be talking about the unofficial start of summer, a potential retail labour shortage and the faltering worker safety Accord in Bangladesh.
The Swimwear Boom Resumes
This week, everyone will be talking about the unofficial start of summer, a potential retail labour shortage and the faltering worker safety Accord in Bangladesh.
Something Navy Aims for Growth, But Arielle Charnas Is No Longer in the Driver’s Seat
After the influencer faced public backlash last year, Something Navy “accelerated” plans to rely less on its famous founder to drive sales.
Something Navy Aims for Growth, But Arielle Charnas Is No Longer in the Driver’s Seat
After the influencer faced public backlash last year, Something Navy “accelerated” plans to rely less on its famous founder to drive sales.
Gap’s Yeezy Collaboration Launch Date is Still Uncertain
The company stated that the timing of the partnership would be up to collaborator Kanye West.
Gap’s Yeezy Collaboration Launch Date is Still Uncertain
The company stated that the timing of the partnership would be up to collaborator Kanye West.
Macy’s Plans For a New York Urban Oasis
The pandemic hasn’t deterred Macy’s chief executive Jeff Gennette’s ambitious expansion plans in the store’s home city.
Macy’s Plans For a New York Urban Oasis
The pandemic hasn’t deterred Macy’s chief executive Jeff Gennette’s ambitious expansion plans in the store’s home city.
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.