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Zara is an Inditex-owned retailer headquartered in Arteixo, Spain and is one of the largest international fashion companies globally.

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News & Analysis

Zara Launches Online Sales in 106 New Countries

The launch means Zara apparel will be available online in 202 countries.

News & Analysis

Zara Launches Online Sales in 106 New Countries

The launch means Zara apparel will be available online in 202 countries.


Retail

If We Built the Retail Model From Scratch, What Would It Be?

With the rise of the experience economy, retail spaces are undergoing a radical rethink of their business models — as well as their very purpose.

Retail

If We Built the Retail Model From Scratch, What Would It Be?

With the rise of the experience economy, retail spaces are undergoing a radical rethink of their business models — as well as their very purpose.


Workplace & Talent

Learn the Basics to Getting a Job in Europe

Europe offers some of the most innovative, cultural and prestigious careers in the fashion industry, and job opportunities are growing. Take the first step to a career in London, Paris, Berlin and more iconic cities by reading BoF's guide to getting a job in Europe.

Workplace & Talent

Learn the Basics to Getting a Job in Europe

Europe offers some of the most innovative, cultural and prestigious careers in the fashion industry, and job opportunities are growing. Take the first step to a career in London, Paris, Berlin and more iconic cities by reading BoF's guide to getting a job in Europe.


Media

Secrets of the Supermodel Trade

Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.

Media

Secrets of the Supermodel Trade

Operating quietly under the radar, a network of ‘mother agencies’ across Africa and Asia are busy scouting for the next supermodel, making a fortune in commission while boosting diversity in the fashion capitals.


News & Analysis

Why Star Designers (Typically) Don’t Get Their Own Labels

Launching a Nicolas Ghesquière or Hedi Slimane brand is risky business, even for a major conglomerate, due to high capital expenditure requirements and the quandary of trademark ownership.

News & Analysis

Why Star Designers (Typically) Don’t Get Their Own Labels

Launching a Nicolas Ghesquière or Hedi Slimane brand is risky business, even for a major conglomerate, due to high capital expenditure requirements and the quandary of trademark ownership.


Financial Markets

Fast Retailing Posts Record Annual Profit

The owner of Japan's clothing chain Uniqlo forecasts stronger results in the current year, helped by growth in Asia and a recovery at its US stores.

Financial Markets

Fast Retailing Posts Record Annual Profit

The owner of Japan's clothing chain Uniqlo forecasts stronger results in the current year, helped by growth in Asia and a recovery at its US stores.


Workplace & Talent

Women Need Work Clothes. These Brands Want to Give Them More Options.

Despite the ‘casualisation’ of office culture, savvy players like MM.LaFleur and Rent the Runway are betting on the market for smart women's workwear.

Workplace & Talent

Women Need Work Clothes. These Brands Want to Give Them More Options.

Despite the ‘casualisation’ of office culture, savvy players like MM.LaFleur and Rent the Runway are betting on the market for smart women's workwear.


Retail

French Connection Reviewing Options, Including Sale of Company

The British fashion retailer is reviewing strategic options, which could include a sale of the company, as it struggles to compete against rivals.

Retail

French Connection Reviewing Options, Including Sale of Company

The British fashion retailer is reviewing strategic options, which could include a sale of the company, as it struggles to compete against rivals.


Retail

H&M Shares Rise Despite Profits Falling

Swedish retailer reported a 19 percent fall in operating profit due to inventory issues, yet the company's shares jumped 13 percent.

Retail

H&M Shares Rise Despite Profits Falling

Swedish retailer reported a 19 percent fall in operating profit due to inventory issues, yet the company's shares jumped 13 percent.


News & Analysis

H&M Tests New Store Concept

At a spruced-up pilot store in Stockholm, the chain is testing new concepts that mark a break with its past, and partly echo some tactics already deployed by rivals to attract shoppers.

News & Analysis

H&M Tests New Store Concept

At a spruced-up pilot store in Stockholm, the chain is testing new concepts that mark a break with its past, and partly echo some tactics already deployed by rivals to attract shoppers.