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How the collision of sports and fashion is creating new opportunities in both industries.

Inside Gymshark’s First Store

The activewear brand, which has seen sales spike online, is opening its first physical location, in London.


Inside Adidas’ Yeezy Dilemma

The German sportswear giant’s partnership with Ye generated $1.7 billion in 2021, accounting for nearly 7 percent of its annual revenue. Now that the company has cut ties with the rapper, will it keep selling Yeezy designs?


Adidas Ends Yeezy Partnership

The sportswear brand responded to mounting public and internal pressure to cut ties with the celebrity following a series of antisemitic remarks.


Balenciaga Cuts Ties With Ye

The brand ‘has no longer any relationship nor any plans for future projects related to this artist,’ parent company Kering said.


The Unlikely Return of Bespoke Suiting, Explained

A crop of fast-growing custom brands is serving the modern menswear consumer who wants not only custom suits but custom casualwear too.


Is Streetwear Still Cool?

Luxury brands may have pivoted away from sneakers, puffer jackets and hoodies, but new brands like Corteiz and Free The Youth are making the case for street culture’s enduring relevance in fashion.


Case Study | Can On Set a New Pace for Sportswear?

On hasn’t taken long to turn its unconventional performance-running shoes into one of the world’s most recognisable footwear brands. The Swiss company, launched in 2010, has won credibility with the running elite while cultivating a loyal fashion fanbase, with support from tennis star Roger Federer.


The Ye and Adidas Conflict, Explained

The sportswear giant caught lightning in a bottle with its Yeezy partnership, but the artist’s accusations against the company have turned the deal sour.


Why Brands Are Tapping Unconventional Partners for Big Collaborations

Niche digital publications and online communities are emerging as go-to collaborators for big brands looking to tap into powerful youth-focused audiences.


Can Nike Turn the Forgotten Jordan 2 Into the Next Hype Sneaker?

With the Dunk past its prime, Nike is looking for its next hype sneaker. It’s banking on the AJ2, the forgotten child of the Jordan family.


What Happens After Sneaker Resale Prices Peak?

The value of hyped shoes on the aftermarket has fallen in recent months, raising questions about whether it’s a momentary stumble or a sign that the category is losing steam.


The Debrief | How Athletes Are Building Fashion Brands

BoF's Daniel-Yaw Miller unpacks why — and how — sports stars including Russell Westbrook and Megan Rapinoe are running their own labels, with full financial and creative control.