Zara Owner’s Sales Grow, But Profit Disappoints As Expenses Mount
Inditex’s sales growth accelerated at the start of the third quarter as it continued to outpace rivals, but rising depreciation charges ate into profits.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
The World’s Best Fashion Stores, Decoded
BoF’s retail editor Cathaleen Chen joins Sheena Butler-Young to break down the standout names and data behind BoF’s inaugural list of the world’s 65 best independent fashion stores — and why the pleasure of ‘moseying around’ is still so relevant amongst consumers.
The World’s Best Fashion Stores, Decoded
BoF’s retail editor Cathaleen Chen joins Sheena Butler-Young to break down the standout names and data behind BoF’s inaugural list of the world’s 65 best independent fashion stores — and why the pleasure of ‘moseying around’ is still so relevant amongst consumers.
Lululemon Executive Exits as New CEO Is Set to Join
Chief strategy officer Rachel Acheson, who worked at the company more than 14 years, has exited one month before chief executive Heidi O’Neill is set to take over, according to a source.
Lululemon Executive Exits as New CEO Is Set to Join
Chief strategy officer Rachel Acheson, who worked at the company more than 14 years, has exited one month before chief executive Heidi O’Neill is set to take over, according to a source.
Why British Brands Are Piling Into the US
After decades of mixed results, a new generation of UK brands is expanding into the US. This time, they're prioritising community, patience and cultural translation over splashy launches.
Why British Brands Are Piling Into the US
After decades of mixed results, a new generation of UK brands is expanding into the US. This time, they're prioritising community, patience and cultural translation over splashy launches.
Can Harvey Nichols Recapture its Glamour?
The once-glitzy department store chain is in a "death spiral," says Frasers Group's Mike Ashley, who has made a bid to take control. A refocus on design could be what it needs.
Can Harvey Nichols Recapture its Glamour?
The once-glitzy department store chain is in a "death spiral," says Frasers Group's Mike Ashley, who has made a bid to take control. A refocus on design could be what it needs.
Chris Green on Why the Best Fashion Stores Don’t Chase Scale
Chris Green joins Imran Amed to explain how his self-funded Brooklyn menswear store earned a place among the world's best fashion stores — by staying off the internet and betting everything on how it feels to walk in the door.
Chris Green on Why the Best Fashion Stores Don’t Chase Scale
Chris Green joins Imran Amed to explain how his self-funded Brooklyn menswear store earned a place among the world's best fashion stores — by staying off the internet and betting everything on how it feels to walk in the door.
How to Build a Fashion Store Worth Leaving Home For
Six retailers featured on BoF’s list of The Best Fashion Stores in the World shared what goes into operating a compelling multi-brand boutique today, from fostering repeat customers to offering discovery that runs deeper than curation.
How to Build a Fashion Store Worth Leaving Home For
Six retailers featured on BoF’s list of The Best Fashion Stores in the World shared what goes into operating a compelling multi-brand boutique today, from fostering repeat customers to offering discovery that runs deeper than curation.
Why Independent Retail Is More Important Than Ever
From Brooklyn to Shanghai, a multibrand retail renaissance is taking shape, powered by a thirst for independent stores with a more hand-crafted, human quotient in a world flattened by digital transactions.
Why Independent Retail Is More Important Than Ever
From Brooklyn to Shanghai, a multibrand retail renaissance is taking shape, powered by a thirst for independent stores with a more hand-crafted, human quotient in a world flattened by digital transactions.
Methodology: How We Selected The Best Fashion Stores in the World
To build our index of the global independent retail landscape, we established a rigorous, multi-tiered evaluation process, by casting a wide net and starting from the bottom up.
Methodology: How We Selected The Best Fashion Stores in the World
To build our index of the global independent retail landscape, we established a rigorous, multi-tiered evaluation process, by casting a wide net and starting from the bottom up.
The Best Fashion Stores in the World
Introducing an insider’s guide to the independent retailers with the most distinctive edits and experiences, hand curated by the editors of BoF.
The Best Fashion Stores in the World
Introducing an insider’s guide to the independent retailers with the most distinctive edits and experiences, hand curated by the editors of BoF.
Inside M&S’s Swanky Oxford Street Revamp
The makeover of its landmark Pantheon store serves as the testing ground for CEO Stuart Machin’s broader vision: modernising M&S’s store fleet, capturing younger fashion shoppers, and making its long-awaited turnaround stick.
Inside M&S’s Swanky Oxford Street Revamp
The makeover of its landmark Pantheon store serves as the testing ground for CEO Stuart Machin’s broader vision: modernising M&S’s store fleet, capturing younger fashion shoppers, and making its long-awaited turnaround stick.
Inside Macao’s Bid to Become a Luxury Retail Destination
Mall concept and lifestyle destination operator Sands Shoppes Macao is developing its luxury retail offering to diversify the city’s casino-led economy. BoF sits down with global retail president David Sylvester to learn more.
Inside Macao’s Bid to Become a Luxury Retail Destination
Mall concept and lifestyle destination operator Sands Shoppes Macao is developing its luxury retail offering to diversify the city’s casino-led economy. BoF sits down with global retail president David Sylvester to learn more.
The Debrief | Why Everyone’s Reading Clothing Labels Again
As shoppers swap “sustainable” for “healthy,” BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to unpack why fabric content has become fashion’s newest flashpoint — and why Gap just found out the hard way.
The Debrief | Why Everyone’s Reading Clothing Labels Again
As shoppers swap “sustainable” for “healthy,” BoF senior editorial associate Shayeza Walid joins senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to unpack why fabric content has become fashion’s newest flashpoint — and why Gap just found out the hard way.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
Next Wins Appeal in UK Equal Pay Case
The landmark ruling allows the retailer to pay warehouse workers more than shop staff on the basis it costs more to recruit and retain them.
Shein’s Value Down $5 Billion, Among HK’s Worst Post-IPO Weeks
Shein’s sliding market value reflects investor concerns over the fast-fashion retailer’s growth outlook.
Lululemon Cuts Annual Revenue, Profit Outlook Again a Week Before New CEO Takes Over
Shares of the Vancouver-based apparel brand, which have declined nearly 69 percent in 2025, tumbled about 18 percent in extended trading.
Victoria’s Secret Shares Fall on Slowing Sales Growth
Shares in the lingerie maker tumbled in premarket trading on Thursday after it boosted guidance but showed a slower pace of growth.
France Targets Shein and Temu With Fast-Fashion Fines
The penalties are part of a law passed in June that targets the extreme end of fast fashion and aims to address environmental concerns from overproduction.
Shein Prices Hong Kong IPO Below Top End of Range, Raises $1.74 Billion
Existing investors in the fast-fashion giant who participated in the offer include billionaire Michael Bloomberg's family office Willett Advisors, French billionaire entrepreneur and investor Xavier Niel and Microsoft Corp.