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Why Activist Investors Have VF Corp. in Their Crosshairs

New contentious shareholders are seldom welcomed by their target companies, but analysts say the owner of Vans and Supreme should take heed of its latest activist investors, which are pushing the group to cut costs, sell off assets and pay down debt.

Retail

Why Activist Investors Have VF Corp. in Their Crosshairs

New contentious shareholders are seldom welcomed by their target companies, but analysts say the owner of Vans and Supreme should take heed of its latest activist investors, which are pushing the group to cut costs, sell off assets and pay down debt.


Workplace & Talent

Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’

The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.

Workplace & Talent

Tremaine Emory Exits Supreme, Alleging ‘Systematic Racism’

The streetwear giant’s creative director has submitted a letter of resignation, seen by BoF. Emory was Supreme’s first high-profile appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp in 2020.


Sustainability

The Challenge Facing Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Buzzword

Big brands are betting on regenerative agriculture to help reduce their environmental impact. But without clearer standards, the fashionable concept risks becoming a greenwashing tool.

Sustainability

The Challenge Facing Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Buzzword

Big brands are betting on regenerative agriculture to help reduce their environmental impact. But without clearer standards, the fashionable concept risks becoming a greenwashing tool.


Sports

Has Supreme Hit a Ceiling?

Sales at the VF Corp.-owned brand have slipped, a sign that there may be a limit to how much its pioneering drops and collabs model can scale. But don’t count the streetwear giant out yet.

Sports

Has Supreme Hit a Ceiling?

Sales at the VF Corp.-owned brand have slipped, a sign that there may be a limit to how much its pioneering drops and collabs model can scale. But don’t count the streetwear giant out yet.


Sustainability

Garment Workers Demanding Unpaid Wages From Nike Take Their Fight to the World Stage

A group of 20 garment-worker unions and two labour-rights groups have filed a complaint alleging the sportswear giant’s treatment of workers and unpaid wages violate OECD guidelines for responsible business conduct.

Sustainability

Garment Workers Demanding Unpaid Wages From Nike Take Their Fight to the World Stage

A group of 20 garment-worker unions and two labour-rights groups have filed a complaint alleging the sportswear giant’s treatment of workers and unpaid wages violate OECD guidelines for responsible business conduct.


Retail

Tech Firms Keep Laying Off Workers. Is Fashion Next?

While job losses aren’t happening at the same pace as in Silicon Valley, retailers facing slowing demand and rising operating costs are starting to make cuts.

Retail

Tech Firms Keep Laying Off Workers. Is Fashion Next?

While job losses aren’t happening at the same pace as in Silicon Valley, retailers facing slowing demand and rising operating costs are starting to make cuts.


Retail

Can Timberland Be More Than Just a Boot Brand?

After years of flat sales, the VF Corp.-owned shoemaker is looking to clarify its sometimes muddled image with consumers. On deck: product innovation, buzzy collaborations and more apparel.

Retail

Can Timberland Be More Than Just a Boot Brand?

After years of flat sales, the VF Corp.-owned shoemaker is looking to clarify its sometimes muddled image with consumers. On deck: product innovation, buzzy collaborations and more apparel.


Sports

Is Streetwear Still Cool?

Luxury brands may have pivoted away from sneakers, puffer jackets and hoodies, but new brands like Corteiz and Free The Youth are making the case for street culture’s enduring relevance in fashion.

Sports

Is Streetwear Still Cool?

Luxury brands may have pivoted away from sneakers, puffer jackets and hoodies, but new brands like Corteiz and Free The Youth are making the case for street culture’s enduring relevance in fashion.


Workplace & Talent

Supreme Appoints Tremaine Emory Creative Director

The multi-hyphenate Denim Tears founder and designer is the streetwear juggernaut’s first major appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp for $2.1 billion in late 2020.

Workplace & Talent

Supreme Appoints Tremaine Emory Creative Director

The multi-hyphenate Denim Tears founder and designer is the streetwear juggernaut’s first major appointment since it was acquired by VF Corp for $2.1 billion in late 2020.


Sustainability

Op-Ed | Why I Support New York’s Fashion Act

Voluntary corporate action to address fashion’s social and environmental impact is not working, argues Ken Pucker.

Sustainability

Op-Ed | Why I Support New York’s Fashion Act

Voluntary corporate action to address fashion’s social and environmental impact is not working, argues Ken Pucker.