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Beauty

The End of Beauty’s Easy Growth Era

Beauty sales are still growing, but shoppers are value-conscious and less loyal than ever, requiring major players to rethink their strategies.

Beauty

The End of Beauty’s Easy Growth Era

Beauty sales are still growing, but shoppers are value-conscious and less loyal than ever, requiring major players to rethink their strategies.


News & Analysis

Trump Boosts New Tariff Rate to 15% a Day After Announcing 10%

The new announcement stirred up more economic turbulence as president Trump lashed out at the US Supreme Court.

News & Analysis

Trump Boosts New Tariff Rate to 15% a Day After Announcing 10%

The new announcement stirred up more economic turbulence as president Trump lashed out at the US Supreme Court.


Retail

US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs

The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’

Retail

US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs

The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’


Luxury

This Week: Gucci, Fendi and Marni Put to the Test

Kering, LVMH and OTB all have significant skin in the game this Milan Fashion Week with new designer runway debuts at storied Italian brands.

Luxury

This Week: Gucci, Fendi and Marni Put to the Test

Kering, LVMH and OTB all have significant skin in the game this Milan Fashion Week with new designer runway debuts at storied Italian brands.


Creative Class

London’s Premier Party Photographer on the Art of Working a Room | The BoF Podcast

As camera phones and Instagram reshape access, control and distribution, Dave Benett speaks to Imran Amed about the enduring value of party photography.

Creative Class

London’s Premier Party Photographer on the Art of Working a Room | The BoF Podcast

As camera phones and Instagram reshape access, control and distribution, Dave Benett speaks to Imran Amed about the enduring value of party photography.


Retail

Saks Global Receives Final Approval for $1 Billion Loan After Addressing Vendor Complaints

The retailer resolved concerns raise by brands that their products on consignment would not be rendered as collateral in its bankruptcy process.

Retail

Saks Global Receives Final Approval for $1 Billion Loan After Addressing Vendor Complaints

The retailer resolved concerns raise by brands that their products on consignment would not be rendered as collateral in its bankruptcy process.


News & Analysis

The Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling: What Fashion Needs to Know

A majority of justices struck down the ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that sent shockwaves through the fashion industry, setting the stage for a rush of brands trying to recoup duties they’ve already paid.

News & Analysis

The Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling: What Fashion Needs to Know

A majority of justices struck down the ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that sent shockwaves through the fashion industry, setting the stage for a rush of brands trying to recoup duties they’ve already paid.


Sustainability

Fashion Searches For a New Climate Solution

Coach-owner Tapestry’s new carbon-removal partnership and brands making fresh commitments to textile-to-textile recycling startups show an industry searching for ways to address its environmental impact.

Sustainability

Fashion Searches For a New Climate Solution

Coach-owner Tapestry’s new carbon-removal partnership and brands making fresh commitments to textile-to-textile recycling startups show an industry searching for ways to address its environmental impact.


News & Analysis

US Supreme Court Overturns Trump’s Emergency Tariffs

The ruling strikes down the so-called ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that sent a shockwave through the fashion industry and sets the stage for a rush of brands trying to recoup duties they’ve already paid.

News & Analysis

US Supreme Court Overturns Trump’s Emergency Tariffs

The ruling strikes down the so-called ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that sent a shockwave through the fashion industry and sets the stage for a rush of brands trying to recoup duties they’ve already paid.


Beauty

Inside Sephora’s Bet on Biotech

Biotech skincare brand Mother Science will debut on Sephora next week as the retailer accelerates its push into lab-developed beauty alongside brands like U Beauty.

Beauty

Inside Sephora’s Bet on Biotech

Biotech skincare brand Mother Science will debut on Sephora next week as the retailer accelerates its push into lab-developed beauty alongside brands like U Beauty.


Sports

Challenger Brands Are Still Thriving in Sneakers

New Balance revealed its financial numbers for 2025. They paint a very positive picture for all challenger brands in the sportswear space.

Sports

Challenger Brands Are Still Thriving in Sneakers

New Balance revealed its financial numbers for 2025. They paint a very positive picture for all challenger brands in the sportswear space.


Retail

Primark’s Fast-Fashion Crown Slips With Shoppers Lured to Shein

The retailer is battling against competitors offering even lower prices online while also contending with economic conditions hurting retailers across the UK and Europe.

Retail

Primark’s Fast-Fashion Crown Slips With Shoppers Lured to Shein

The retailer is battling against competitors offering even lower prices online while also contending with economic conditions hurting retailers across the UK and Europe.