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Ralph Lauren is an American fashion brand, founded by the designer Ralph Lauren in 1967 in New York. The company produces apparel, accessories, footwear and home collections, with lines including Polo Ralph Lauren and Ralph Lauren Purple Label.

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Luxury

Chanel Profit Beats Rivals and Makes Owners $3B Richer

The billionaire brothers who own Chanel have become almost $3 billion wealthier this year after the luxury company reported a 38 percent rise in annual profit.

Luxury

Chanel Profit Beats Rivals and Makes Owners $3B Richer

The billionaire brothers who own Chanel have become almost $3 billion wealthier this year after the luxury company reported a 38 percent rise in annual profit.


Fashion Week

The Shifting Jigsaw Puzzle of Fashion Week Schedules

This season, all four fashion capitals will see brands from Givenchy and Pucci to Chloé and The Row moving their slots. Why the big change around?

Fashion Week

The Shifting Jigsaw Puzzle of Fashion Week Schedules

This season, all four fashion capitals will see brands from Givenchy and Pucci to Chloé and The Row moving their slots. Why the big change around?


Marketing

Which Fashion Houses Have the Hottest 'Brand Temperature'?

Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Valentino are amongst the "hottest" brands, earning editorial coverage that matches or exceeds their print advertising spend, says Luca Solca.

Marketing

Which Fashion Houses Have the Hottest 'Brand Temperature'?

Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Valentino are amongst the "hottest" brands, earning editorial coverage that matches or exceeds their print advertising spend, says Luca Solca.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Smythson Names CEO, Liberty's Buying Directors, Abercrombie Leadership

BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.


News & Analysis

Op-Ed | Are Unpaid Internships Acceptable?

As courts hand down both intern- and employer-friendly decisions, the landscape of unpaid internships is shifting, writes Julie Zerbo.

News & Analysis

Op-Ed | Are Unpaid Internships Acceptable?

As courts hand down both intern- and employer-friendly decisions, the landscape of unpaid internships is shifting, writes Julie Zerbo.


News & Analysis

Abercrombie to Create Six New Roles in Management Revamp

Struggling teen apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co is creating six new positions as it restructures the management of its Abercrombie brand.

News & Analysis

Abercrombie to Create Six New Roles in Management Revamp

Struggling teen apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co is creating six new positions as it restructures the management of its Abercrombie brand.


Technology

Will ‘Uber for Models’ Disrupt the Industry?

New apps like Swipecast connect models eager to maximise their income with clients who want a cheaper and easier alternative to traditional agencies. But will they really change the game?

Technology

Will ‘Uber for Models’ Disrupt the Industry?

New apps like Swipecast connect models eager to maximise their income with clients who want a cheaper and easier alternative to traditional agencies. But will they really change the game?


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

Week in Review | Hill & Friends, Luxury Smartwatches, Food Experiences, Tim Blanks

Just in time for some weekend reading, we recap the week on BoF.


Retail

Why Fashion Retailers Are Staging Food Experiences

From Burberry to Gucci to Ralph Lauren, fashion retailers are adding experiential elements like cafés and restaurants to their stores.

Retail

Why Fashion Retailers Are Staging Food Experiences

From Burberry to Gucci to Ralph Lauren, fashion retailers are adding experiential elements like cafés and restaurants to their stores.