Mickey Drexler
CEO, Alex Mill
Hailed as the ‘man who dressed America,’ he turned around multiple mass brands like the Gap before transforming J. Crew into a cult hit.
J.Crew Must Die to Live
The struggling specialty retailer is close to being a lost cause. Here's what should be done to try to save it.
J.Crew Must Die to Live
The struggling specialty retailer is close to being a lost cause. Here's what should be done to try to save it.
Rihanna Takes on Aerie and Victoria's Secret
This week, everyone will be talking about Rihanna's Savage X Fenty show at New York Fashion Week, the new #BoF500, Zara's global e-commerce strategy and J.Crew's new look. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Rihanna Takes on Aerie and Victoria's Secret
This week, everyone will be talking about Rihanna's Savage X Fenty show at New York Fashion Week, the new #BoF500, Zara's global e-commerce strategy and J.Crew's new look. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Original Internet Beauty Brand Is Under Attack
Paula’s Choice found success on the internet, but customers are accusing the skincare brand of abandoning its core values as buzzy rivals grow their positions. Has the charm worn off?
The Original Internet Beauty Brand Is Under Attack
Paula’s Choice found success on the internet, but customers are accusing the skincare brand of abandoning its core values as buzzy rivals grow their positions. Has the charm worn off?
The Challenging, Emotional Remaking of J.Crew
Over the past 15 months, chief executive Jim Brett has lowered prices, added labels, expanded sizes and tried to move beyond the polarising legacy of the brand’s recent past. Will his master plan work?
The Challenging, Emotional Remaking of J.Crew
Over the past 15 months, chief executive Jim Brett has lowered prices, added labels, expanded sizes and tried to move beyond the polarising legacy of the brand’s recent past. Will his master plan work?
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
How Madewell Is Saving J.Crew
Madewell’s double-digital growth is buoying the J.Crew Group as sales at its namesake brand continue to dwindle. President Libby Wadle explains why Madewell is working, and how she plans to keep the momentum going.
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
Op-Ed | How Canada Goose's Practical Coats Became a Fashion Hit
It's thanks to CEO Dani Reiss' clever marketing that the outwear maker was catapulted into fashion's spotlight, argues Joe Nocera.
Op-Ed | How Canada Goose's Practical Coats Became a Fashion Hit
It's thanks to CEO Dani Reiss' clever marketing that the outwear maker was catapulted into fashion's spotlight, argues Joe Nocera.
J. Crew Looks to Madewell for Growth After Long Slump
Though overall revenue increased just 2 percent last quarter, it jumped 32 percent at Madewell.
J. Crew Looks to Madewell for Growth After Long Slump
Though overall revenue increased just 2 percent last quarter, it jumped 32 percent at Madewell.
Can Anyone Save Gap?
The Gap brand has long struggled to reclaim the glory of its 1990s heyday.
Can Anyone Save Gap?
The Gap brand has long struggled to reclaim the glory of its 1990s heyday.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
