Old Navy
Old Navy, founded in 1994, is a global apparel and accessories brand with its headquarters in San Francisco. It is owned by parent company Gap Inc., one of the largest apparel companies in the US.
The New Rules of Merchandising
The internet has disrupted the way brands and retailers turn designs into the sort of products that fly off shelves, elevating the role of the merchandiser. Companies that encourage collaboration and intuition informed by data can stay a step ahead.
The New Rules of Merchandising
The internet has disrupted the way brands and retailers turn designs into the sort of products that fly off shelves, elevating the role of the merchandiser. Companies that encourage collaboration and intuition informed by data can stay a step ahead.
Op-Ed | Ann Taylor Is Part of a Failed Retail Experiment
Ascena Retail Group Inc.’s gloomy quarterly results are a reminder not just of why the giant chain feels such enormous pressure to change. They also show the challenges retailers face when they try to create a whole greater than the sum of its parts.
Op-Ed | Ann Taylor Is Part of a Failed Retail Experiment
Ascena Retail Group Inc.’s gloomy quarterly results are a reminder not just of why the giant chain feels such enormous pressure to change. They also show the challenges retailers face when they try to create a whole greater than the sum of its parts.
Primark Considers Central American Suppliers to Crack US Market
Some analysts believe Primark's combination of value, fashionability and breadth of range, means it could threaten value fashion retailers like Old Navy, American Eagle and Target on their own turf.
Primark Considers Central American Suppliers to Crack US Market
Some analysts believe Primark's combination of value, fashionability and breadth of range, means it could threaten value fashion retailers like Old Navy, American Eagle and Target on their own turf.
Banana Republic Looks to Skin Tone and Size Inclusivity for Turnaround
The preppy clothing chain, which has posted three straight quarters of declining same-store sales, is under increasing pressure to reinvent itself as Gap prepares to split from Old Navy.
Banana Republic Looks to Skin Tone and Size Inclusivity for Turnaround
The preppy clothing chain, which has posted three straight quarters of declining same-store sales, is under increasing pressure to reinvent itself as Gap prepares to split from Old Navy.
What to Look Out for at L Brands' Investor Meeting
With company shares down 35 percent this year, investors are poised to demand answers at Tuesday's meeting. Here are some of the issues likely to be on shareholders’ minds.
What to Look Out for at L Brands' Investor Meeting
With company shares down 35 percent this year, investors are poised to demand answers at Tuesday's meeting. Here are some of the issues likely to be on shareholders’ minds.
Power Moves | Nordstrom Appoints Chief Merchandising Officer, YNAP-Alibaba Joint Venture Names CEO
This week, Nordstrom appoints its first chief merchandising officer, Fengmao, a joint venture between YNAP and Alibaba, names its CEO.
Power Moves | Nordstrom Appoints Chief Merchandising Officer, YNAP-Alibaba Joint Venture Names CEO
This week, Nordstrom appoints its first chief merchandising officer, Fengmao, a joint venture between YNAP and Alibaba, names its CEO.
Thredup Gets $175 Million in Funding
The funds will bring Thredup's total capital raised to more than $300 million.
Thredup Gets $175 Million in Funding
The funds will bring Thredup's total capital raised to more than $300 million.
Retailers Look to Put a Bad Week Behind Them
This week, everyone will be talking about financial results from Gap Inc., Nordstrom and other major retailers, the latest twists at L Brands and the booming clothing rental market. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet
Retailers Look to Put a Bad Week Behind Them
This week, everyone will be talking about financial results from Gap Inc., Nordstrom and other major retailers, the latest twists at L Brands and the booming clothing rental market. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet
Bath & Body Works' Enduring Formula for Success
The success of Bath & Body Works often gets overlooked amidst all the dramatic headlines about Victoria’s Secret and parent company, L Brands. But the mall chain is thriving in an environment in which it has little competition.
Bath & Body Works' Enduring Formula for Success
The success of Bath & Body Works often gets overlooked amidst all the dramatic headlines about Victoria’s Secret and parent company, L Brands. But the mall chain is thriving in an environment in which it has little competition.
When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye
As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.
When Every Day Is a Sale, Stores Struggle to Catch Shoppers’ Eye
As American parents are expected to spend $507 on average on school-related items in the upcoming season, retailers are urged to look towards consumers for product cues.