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How 'Direct-to-Consumer' Blew Up Retail
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Chavie Lieber examines how a new class of digital-first, venture-backed brands pushed established players to pivot drastically — or face extinction.
How 'Direct-to-Consumer' Blew Up Retail
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Chavie Lieber examines how a new class of digital-first, venture-backed brands pushed established players to pivot drastically — or face extinction.
Op-Ed | The End of Fashion Establishment Gatekeepers
A top tier of editors, photographers, stylists and buyers once decided which designers and which trends would dictate a season. But that validation no longer carries the same weight with customers.
Op-Ed | The End of Fashion Establishment Gatekeepers
A top tier of editors, photographers, stylists and buyers once decided which designers and which trends would dictate a season. But that validation no longer carries the same weight with customers.
Op-Ed: Online Moral Outrage Doesn't Actually Hurt Sales
There is little evidence that spasms of internet indignation — such as the recent backlash against Peloton and SoulCycle's well reported ties to Donald Trump — cause a retailer long-term damage.
Op-Ed: Online Moral Outrage Doesn't Actually Hurt Sales
There is little evidence that spasms of internet indignation — such as the recent backlash against Peloton and SoulCycle's well reported ties to Donald Trump — cause a retailer long-term damage.
Despite the End of Barneys Itself, a Happy Holidays for Its Retail Workers
Some of the bankrupt store’s still-employed sales associates are determined to stick it out until the end of liquidation, thanks to high commissions and market demand for their skill set.
Despite the End of Barneys Itself, a Happy Holidays for Its Retail Workers
Some of the bankrupt store’s still-employed sales associates are determined to stick it out until the end of liquidation, thanks to high commissions and market demand for their skill set.
Harrods Is the Most Famous Department Store in the World. But That’s Not Enough.
The iconic department store has initiated a £300 million refurbishment and a digital upgrade to attract a new generation of luxury customers. BoF sat down with Managing Director Michael Ward to unpack the strategy.
Harrods Is the Most Famous Department Store in the World. But That’s Not Enough.
The iconic department store has initiated a £300 million refurbishment and a digital upgrade to attract a new generation of luxury customers. BoF sat down with Managing Director Michael Ward to unpack the strategy.
Op-Ed | Why I Chose Journalism Over Influencing
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Rachel Strugatz examines how fashion blogs went from creative outlets to multi-million dollar businesses — and why she decided to write about it rather than live it.
Op-Ed | Why I Chose Journalism Over Influencing
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Rachel Strugatz examines how fashion blogs went from creative outlets to multi-million dollar businesses — and why she decided to write about it rather than live it.
Bonobos Founder Andy Dunn Is Leaving Walmart
The entrepreneur announced his departure from the big-box giant just two years after it acquired his venture-backed menswear brand for $300 million.
Bonobos Founder Andy Dunn Is Leaving Walmart
The entrepreneur announced his departure from the big-box giant just two years after it acquired his venture-backed menswear brand for $300 million.
What's the Point of Outlet Malls in 2020?
Destination discount shopping must evolve with the changing retail landscape in order to survive.
What's the Point of Outlet Malls in 2020?
Destination discount shopping must evolve with the changing retail landscape in order to survive.
Hudson’s Bay Sales Slump Ahead of Vote on Baker’s Takeover Bid
Comparable third-quarter sales fell 1.7 percent, while gross margins dropped 120 basis points.
Hudson’s Bay Sales Slump Ahead of Vote on Baker’s Takeover Bid
Comparable third-quarter sales fell 1.7 percent, while gross margins dropped 120 basis points.
Battling the Retail Apocalypse: What Worked and What Didn't
The last decade was the most transformative for retail since the rise of big-box stores in the 1980s. To drive traffic and better engage consumers, companies have tried out a number of different tactics. What were gimmicks and what stuck?
Battling the Retail Apocalypse: What Worked and What Didn't
The last decade was the most transformative for retail since the rise of big-box stores in the 1980s. To drive traffic and better engage consumers, companies have tried out a number of different tactics. What were gimmicks and what stuck?