Lululemon Senior Executive Exits in Third Recent Departure
The top communications officer at the company is leaving, adding to the list of executives departing ahead of CEO Heidi O’Neill’s arrival.
Stores
Visa, Mastercard Reach $30 Billion Deal With US Retailers
The companies agreed to cap credit-card swipe fees in one of the most significant antitrust settlements ever, following a legal fight that spanned almost two decades.
Visa, Mastercard Reach $30 Billion Deal With US Retailers
The companies agreed to cap credit-card swipe fees in one of the most significant antitrust settlements ever, following a legal fight that spanned almost two decades.
Potential Deals for Nordstrom and Macy’s Put Private Ownership Back in Vogue for US Retailers
While the Nordstrom family is pushing for private ownership, Macy’s faces an unsolicited hostile bid. Both scenarios could dramatically change the retail landscape in the United States.
Potential Deals for Nordstrom and Macy’s Put Private Ownership Back in Vogue for US Retailers
While the Nordstrom family is pushing for private ownership, Macy’s faces an unsolicited hostile bid. Both scenarios could dramatically change the retail landscape in the United States.
At Eton Shirts, Innovating Formal Wear to Meet Evolving Consumer Demand
The Swedish luxury menswear brand is embracing the post-pandemic growth in the formal wear category, while optimising the consumer reach of their core line. BoF sits down with CEO David Thörewik to learn how Eton Shirts are innovating their strategy to drive global expansion.
At Eton Shirts, Innovating Formal Wear to Meet Evolving Consumer Demand
The Swedish luxury menswear brand is embracing the post-pandemic growth in the formal wear category, while optimising the consumer reach of their core line. BoF sits down with CEO David Thörewik to learn how Eton Shirts are innovating their strategy to drive global expansion.
Is Macy’s ‘Bold New Chapter’ Bold Enough?
New CEO Tony Spring’s plan to shutter stores and improve products echoes previous efforts for revitalisation. To pull it off this time, the retailer must deliver transformational changes in the shopping experience.
Is Macy’s ‘Bold New Chapter’ Bold Enough?
New CEO Tony Spring’s plan to shutter stores and improve products echoes previous efforts for revitalisation. To pull it off this time, the retailer must deliver transformational changes in the shopping experience.
BoF Masterclass | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success
Watch on demand a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our Case Study, “The Art and Science of Retail Store Success.”
BoF Masterclass | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success
Watch on demand a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our Case Study, “The Art and Science of Retail Store Success.”
Case Study | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success
The best stores don’t just serve as billboards or customer touchpoints —they’re a stable and lucrative revenue stream. As younger consumers have embraced in-store shopping despite their digital native instincts, the value of stores is undeniable. Running an effective store requires choosing the right location, understanding its sales potential and making sure it serves its local clientele.
Case Study | The Art and Science of Retail Store Success
The best stores don’t just serve as billboards or customer touchpoints —they’re a stable and lucrative revenue stream. As younger consumers have embraced in-store shopping despite their digital native instincts, the value of stores is undeniable. Running an effective store requires choosing the right location, understanding its sales potential and making sure it serves its local clientele.
Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back
Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.
Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back
Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.
How Luxury Players Are Reviving New York’s Real Estate Market
The slew of blockbuster deals from LVMH, Kering and Prada are proving to be a bright spot in an otherwise tough commercial property market.
How Luxury Players Are Reviving New York’s Real Estate Market
The slew of blockbuster deals from LVMH, Kering and Prada are proving to be a bright spot in an otherwise tough commercial property market.
Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake
Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.
Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake
Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.
Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director
The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.
Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director
The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.
The New H&M CEO’s Challenges: Wrong Product, Pricing and Channels.
In a surprising shakeup Wednesday, the Swedish fast fashion chain promoted longtime executive Daniel Ervér to CEO. Critics say his lack of outside experience will make it all the more difficult for H&M to embark on a necessary transformation.
The New H&M CEO’s Challenges: Wrong Product, Pricing and Channels.
In a surprising shakeup Wednesday, the Swedish fast fashion chain promoted longtime executive Daniel Ervér to CEO. Critics say his lack of outside experience will make it all the more difficult for H&M to embark on a necessary transformation.
Why Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle Are Racing Ahead of the Competition
The chains are exceeding sales expectations in a choppy market by giving young shoppers the products they want, in just the right amount.
Why Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle Are Racing Ahead of the Competition
The chains are exceeding sales expectations in a choppy market by giving young shoppers the products they want, in just the right amount.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
New Balance’s India Partner to Introduce More Global Brands in Expansion
Brandman Retail plans to bring brands such as Salomon and Anta to the Indian market and more than quintuple its store count by 2028, betting on rising demand for global labels.
Maison Kitsuné Appoints Abigail Smith as New Creative Director
Maison Kitsuné has appointed British designer Abigail Smith as the brand's new creative director, with her first collection for the brand debuting at Paris Fashion Week.
Maison Kitsuné Is Closing All Its US Stores
The brand is shutting its physical doors in the US to focus on its digital business and wholesale partnerships.