Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
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Will HeyDude Trip Up Crocs’ Winning Streak?
With the company’s signature clogs seeing slower growth, turning around the struggling maker of casual, sneaker-like loafers is a priority — and Sydney Sweeney has been enlisted to help.
Will HeyDude Trip Up Crocs’ Winning Streak?
With the company’s signature clogs seeing slower growth, turning around the struggling maker of casual, sneaker-like loafers is a priority — and Sydney Sweeney has been enlisted to help.
This Week: On Black Friday, It’s Shein and Temu Versus the World
Spending has been sluggish, but retailers have a chance to make up for lost time in a compressed holiday season - if they can find an answer to their online competition.
This Week: On Black Friday, It’s Shein and Temu Versus the World
Spending has been sluggish, but retailers have a chance to make up for lost time in a compressed holiday season - if they can find an answer to their online competition.
Kiko Kostadinov Opens First US Store in Los Angeles
The Bulgarian designer is opening his second global flagship in Los Angeles’ Melrose Hill gallery district to gain closer proximity to the art world and America’s entertainment industry.
Kiko Kostadinov Opens First US Store in Los Angeles
The Bulgarian designer is opening his second global flagship in Los Angeles’ Melrose Hill gallery district to gain closer proximity to the art world and America’s entertainment industry.
Sportswear Is Set for an Epic Showdown in 2025
The battle between challenger brands and incumbents is only set to intensify, pushing each camp to develop more innovative products and devise creative new ways to reach shoppers and tell their stories, according to the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025.
Sportswear Is Set for an Epic Showdown in 2025
The battle between challenger brands and incumbents is only set to intensify, pushing each camp to develop more innovative products and devise creative new ways to reach shoppers and tell their stories, according to the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025.
Mytheresa Reports Sales, Profit Growth in Latest Quarter
The German e-tailer’s consistent financial performance puts it in a solid position as it awaits regulatory approval of its merger with Yoox-Net-a-Porter.
Mytheresa Reports Sales, Profit Growth in Latest Quarter
The German e-tailer’s consistent financial performance puts it in a solid position as it awaits regulatory approval of its merger with Yoox-Net-a-Porter.
Where Does Michael Kors Go From Here?
Without Tapestry, Capri Holdings has a tough road ahead to return its biggest brand to growth.
Where Does Michael Kors Go From Here?
Without Tapestry, Capri Holdings has a tough road ahead to return its biggest brand to growth.
What’s Next for Hip-Hop and Fashion
Hip-hop fueled an explosion of brands, collaborations and merchandise, but with fashion saturated with partnerships and rapper-led labels, and signs emerging that hip-hop’s cultural power could be waning, artists and their partners are finding ways to stand out.
What’s Next for Hip-Hop and Fashion
Hip-hop fueled an explosion of brands, collaborations and merchandise, but with fashion saturated with partnerships and rapper-led labels, and signs emerging that hip-hop’s cultural power could be waning, artists and their partners are finding ways to stand out.
This Week, Gap Proves Its Staying Power
Gap’s earnings this week will present a clearer picture of how well Richard Dickson’s attempts to bring Gap back in the fashion conversation is sticking with consumers.
This Week, Gap Proves Its Staying Power
Gap’s earnings this week will present a clearer picture of how well Richard Dickson’s attempts to bring Gap back in the fashion conversation is sticking with consumers.
Alibaba Results Underscore Anaemic China Market Growth
The e-commerce giant’s domestic division which includes Tmall and Taobao eked out just 1 percent sales growth in Q2 but its international division which encompasses Lazada and AliExpress saw revenue expand by 35 percent.
Alibaba Results Underscore Anaemic China Market Growth
The e-commerce giant’s domestic division which includes Tmall and Taobao eked out just 1 percent sales growth in Q2 but its international division which encompasses Lazada and AliExpress saw revenue expand by 35 percent.
Tapestry and Capri Call Off Their Merger
The $8.5 billion deal is off after the US Federal Trade Commission successfully blocked it in court. In announcing the termination, the Coach-owner said it would buy back stock, while Capri outlined a turnaround plan that includes closing some Michael Kors stores.
Tapestry and Capri Call Off Their Merger
The $8.5 billion deal is off after the US Federal Trade Commission successfully blocked it in court. In announcing the termination, the Coach-owner said it would buy back stock, while Capri outlined a turnaround plan that includes closing some Michael Kors stores.
Julie Bornstein Unveils the ‘ChatGPT of Shopping’ at BoF VOICES 2024
In the first public demonstration of her new AI shopping platform, Daydream, the fashion e-commerce veteran outlined her vision of how generative AI will transform product search and discovery.
Julie Bornstein Unveils the ‘ChatGPT of Shopping’ at BoF VOICES 2024
In the first public demonstration of her new AI shopping platform, Daydream, the fashion e-commerce veteran outlined her vision of how generative AI will transform product search and discovery.
Starmer Plans to Leave Scrutiny of Shein IPO to UK Regulator
The UK government plans to defer scrutiny of Shein’s potential London stock listing to the Financial Conduct Authority, avoiding a deeper examination of the Chinese retailer’s labour practices despite calls from some Labour MPs to strengthen protections.
Starmer Plans to Leave Scrutiny of Shein IPO to UK Regulator
The UK government plans to defer scrutiny of Shein’s potential London stock listing to the Financial Conduct Authority, avoiding a deeper examination of the Chinese retailer’s labour practices despite calls from some Labour MPs to strengthen protections.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Fabletics Seeks to Double Revenue to $2 Billion in Global Expansion
The US-based activewear brand plans to double annual revenue to $2 billion within five years, in part by opening dozens of new stores in markets such as India, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates.
On Sneaker Brand’s Shares Slump After Sales Disappoint
The Swiss brand's stock tumbled after it posted disappointing second-quarter sales and issued a slightly more cautious sales forecast for the year.
Shein to Launch IPO as Soon as August 19, Sources Say
The Hong Kong IPO could take place as soon as Wednesday of next week, two people with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.