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.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
What Russian Sanctions Mean for Fashion
Navigating sanctions on Russia requires ‘constant vigilance and flexibility’ from brands and retailers. Here's what you need to know.
What Russian Sanctions Mean for Fashion
Navigating sanctions on Russia requires ‘constant vigilance and flexibility’ from brands and retailers. Here's what you need to know.
BoF LIVE: How to Compete with Shein
Please join us on Thursday, March 31 at 16:00 GMT for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Lauren Sherman and Cathaleen Chen in conversation with Ana Andjelic, marketing executive and author, as they discuss how brands can compete.
BoF LIVE: How to Compete with Shein
Please join us on Thursday, March 31 at 16:00 GMT for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Lauren Sherman and Cathaleen Chen in conversation with Ana Andjelic, marketing executive and author, as they discuss how brands can compete.
How Retail’s Bad Practices Weaken the West
While geopolitical events have disrupted retail, retail has also been a chief contributor to geopolitical disruption, writes Doug Stephens.
How Retail’s Bad Practices Weaken the West
While geopolitical events have disrupted retail, retail has also been a chief contributor to geopolitical disruption, writes Doug Stephens.
The Style That Finally Dethroned Skinny Jeans
The slim tapered fit no longer dominates the denim category as wider, ‘90s-reminiscent pant styles gain popularity.
The Style That Finally Dethroned Skinny Jeans
The slim tapered fit no longer dominates the denim category as wider, ‘90s-reminiscent pant styles gain popularity.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
A panel of experts unpack BoF Insights’ latest report “Building Resilience and Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
A panel of experts unpack BoF Insights’ latest report “Building Resilience and Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain.
The Race to Develop the Best Sports Bra
Brands like Adidas and Gymshark are spending time, money and resources to update their sports bras, a product they see as crucial to winning over female customers.
The Race to Develop the Best Sports Bra
Brands like Adidas and Gymshark are spending time, money and resources to update their sports bras, a product they see as crucial to winning over female customers.
Retail Reborn Season 2: The Consumer of Tomorrow
In the second season of the hit podcast series with host Doug Stephens, 14 global authorities and thought leaders, from fashion and retail executives to futurists and academics, share insights on the changing consumer lifestyles and expectations shaping the retail ecosystem.
Retail Reborn Season 2: The Consumer of Tomorrow
In the second season of the hit podcast series with host Doug Stephens, 14 global authorities and thought leaders, from fashion and retail executives to futurists and academics, share insights on the changing consumer lifestyles and expectations shaping the retail ecosystem.
Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Change at Nike
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike’s latest results and Ralph Lauren’s first in-person show since 2019.
Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Change at Nike
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike’s latest results and Ralph Lauren’s first in-person show since 2019.
The Future of Airport Retail
Travellers returning to the airport for the first time since the pandemic will find a different retail landscape awaits them past the security gate.
The Future of Airport Retail
Travellers returning to the airport for the first time since the pandemic will find a different retail landscape awaits them past the security gate.
How to Fix Fashion’s Supply Chain? Begin With Culture
Change begins within a company, starting with C-suite executives and the value system they create.
How to Fix Fashion’s Supply Chain? Begin With Culture
Change begins within a company, starting with C-suite executives and the value system they create.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
Please join us on Wednesday, March 23 at 16:00 BST for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Diana Lee and Rahul Malik in conversation with Amanda Martin, senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of Neiman Marcus Group, and Kathleen Talbot, chief sustainability officer & VP operations of Reformation, as they do a deep dive into our special report on the necessary evolution in fashion’s supply chain.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
Please join us on Wednesday, March 23 at 16:00 BST for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Diana Lee and Rahul Malik in conversation with Amanda Martin, senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of Neiman Marcus Group, and Kathleen Talbot, chief sustainability officer & VP operations of Reformation, as they do a deep dive into our special report on the necessary evolution in fashion’s supply chain.
Kanye West’s Instagram Ban Is an ‘Unwanted Distraction’ for Gap
The retailer’s Instagram posts are filled with comments asking the company to end its partnership with the musician following his use of a racial slur and concerns over treatment of his ex-wife.
Kanye West’s Instagram Ban Is an ‘Unwanted Distraction’ for Gap
The retailer’s Instagram posts are filled with comments asking the company to end its partnership with the musician following his use of a racial slur and concerns over treatment of his ex-wife.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Zara Owner Looks to US for Next Phase of Growth
Inditex is investing in the US as a key growth market, CEO Oscar Garcia Maceiras told Reuters, with store revamps and new openings planned across its Zara, Massimo Dutti and Bershka brands.
Macy’s Raises Annual Targets as Bloomingdale’s Drives Growth
The retailer's improved outlook reflects resilience among higher-income shoppers, despite broader economic uncertainty.
American Eagle Shares Slide on Margin Outlook, Weak Sales at Core Brands
Shares slumped over 11 percent in premarket trading Thursday, following a flat quarterly gross-margin forecast as persistent softness at the company's core brands outweighed a second-quarter revenue beat.
Primark to Start Home Delivery as Sales Fall Ahead of Split
The decision is a major about-face for the budget fashion chain as it tries to stem falling sales ahead of its split from Associated British Foods.
Nike Reassures Executives That Its Stock Is Still in the S&P 500
An internal memo reviewed by Bloomberg sought to clear up misunderstandings around the brand’s coming removal from the S&P 100.
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.