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Banana Republic, owned by Gap Inc., is a global apparel and accessories brand founded in 1978 in California. The company also produces home accessories under its sub-brand BR Home.

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News & Analysis

Gap Slump Deepens on 'Disappointing' September Sales Report

Shares of the Gap continued a six-month slide Friday, falling 7 percent, after a shaky September and the ouster of the creative director for the retailer's Banana Republic stores.

News & Analysis

Gap Slump Deepens on 'Disappointing' September Sales Report

Shares of the Gap continued a six-month slide Friday, falling 7 percent, after a shaky September and the ouster of the creative director for the retailer's Banana Republic stores.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Net-a-Porter Names New President, Balenciaga Appoints Artistic Director

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


News & Analysis

Banana Republic’s Creative Director Steps Down as Brand Flails

Marissa Webb, Banana Republic’s creative director, will step down from a day-to-day role as the Gap Inc.-owned brand struggles to improve sales.

News & Analysis

Banana Republic’s Creative Director Steps Down as Brand Flails

Marissa Webb, Banana Republic’s creative director, will step down from a day-to-day role as the Gap Inc.-owned brand struggles to improve sales.


Global Markets

Gap’s Loss of Old Navy Chief Brings New Storm to Retailer Adrift

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Officer Art Peck, working to turn around the sluggish apparel giant, has been able to count on one source of stability: the company’s Old Navy chain. Now that too is in question.

Global Markets

Gap’s Loss of Old Navy Chief Brings New Storm to Retailer Adrift

Gap Inc. Chief Executive Officer Art Peck, working to turn around the sluggish apparel giant, has been able to count on one source of stability: the company’s Old Navy chain. Now that too is in question.


News & Analysis

Ralph Lauren to Step Down as CEO, Hand Reins to Gap’s Larsson

Ralph Lauren Corp. said the company’s founder will step down as chief executive officer and be succeeded by Gap Inc. executive Stefan Larsson.

News & Analysis

Ralph Lauren to Step Down as CEO, Hand Reins to Gap’s Larsson

Ralph Lauren Corp. said the company’s founder will step down as chief executive officer and be succeeded by Gap Inc. executive Stefan Larsson.


Workplace & Talent

The Communications Store: Strategic Brand Builder

BoF sits down with TCS partner Daniel Marks to discuss the company's new, funded internship programme and the importance of communication strategies in today’s world.

Workplace & Talent

The Communications Store: Strategic Brand Builder

BoF sits down with TCS partner Daniel Marks to discuss the company's new, funded internship programme and the importance of communication strategies in today’s world.


Financial Markets

Gap’s Earnings Meet Estimates as New CEO Works to Revamp Chain

Gap Inc. reported second-quarter profit that met analysts’ estimates as the company revamps its flagship brand.

Financial Markets

Gap’s Earnings Meet Estimates as New CEO Works to Revamp Chain

Gap Inc. reported second-quarter profit that met analysts’ estimates as the company revamps its flagship brand.


Financial Markets

Do 'Accessible Luxury' Brands Have an Inherently Limited Lifespan?

Affordable luxury brands can be financial juggernauts. But does their accessible pricing and widespread distribution mean they have an inherently limited lifespan?

Financial Markets

Do 'Accessible Luxury' Brands Have an Inherently Limited Lifespan?

Affordable luxury brands can be financial juggernauts. But does their accessible pricing and widespread distribution mean they have an inherently limited lifespan?


News & Analysis

Inside Tommy Hilfiger's American Dream

In our latest ‘Inside Fashion’ interview, BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Tommy Hilfiger to discuss how the American fashion designer built his global empire.

News & Analysis

Inside Tommy Hilfiger's American Dream

In our latest ‘Inside Fashion’ interview, BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Tommy Hilfiger to discuss how the American fashion designer built his global empire.


News & Analysis

Gap Studies Old Navy’s Blockbuster Pixie Pants to Spur Comeback

The speed in turning ideas into sales has helped Old Navy become Gap Inc.’s star performer and shows how the company’s namesake brand and upscale Banana Republic chain should operate, chief executive officer Art Peck said.

News & Analysis

Gap Studies Old Navy’s Blockbuster Pixie Pants to Spur Comeback

The speed in turning ideas into sales has helped Old Navy become Gap Inc.’s star performer and shows how the company’s namesake brand and upscale Banana Republic chain should operate, chief executive officer Art Peck said.