US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
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Refinery29, Dazed and i-D Battle for Millennials
How three of fashion's leading youth media brands are deploying next-generation strategies to compete for millennial mindshare.
Refinery29, Dazed and i-D Battle for Millennials
How three of fashion's leading youth media brands are deploying next-generation strategies to compete for millennial mindshare.
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In Fashion Media, 'Church and State' Dissolves
How are new currents in marketing impacting the relationship between fashion media and its readers?
In Fashion Media, 'Church and State' Dissolves
How are new currents in marketing impacting the relationship between fashion media and its readers?
Marketing
Op-Ed | Diversity In Fashion Advertising Does Sell
Advertisers who assume consumers will only buy into images of white beauty are wrong, says Dr. Ben Barry of Ryerson University.
Op-Ed | Diversity In Fashion Advertising Does Sell
Advertisers who assume consumers will only buy into images of white beauty are wrong, says Dr. Ben Barry of Ryerson University.
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Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
Technology
Inside Fashion’s Instagram Wars
Fashion’s premier social media platform is a battleground for consumer engagement. Who is winning? And how are brands refining their strategies this season?
Inside Fashion’s Instagram Wars
Fashion’s premier social media platform is a battleground for consumer engagement. Who is winning? And how are brands refining their strategies this season?
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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.
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.
Technology
Yahoo to Acquire Startup Polyvore in Shopping-Advertising Push
Yahoo! Inc. is buying shopping-service Polyvore Inc., seeking to improve its online fashion content and boost shopping-related advertising.
Yahoo to Acquire Startup Polyvore in Shopping-Advertising Push
Yahoo! Inc. is buying shopping-service Polyvore Inc., seeking to improve its online fashion content and boost shopping-related advertising.
Technology
Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video
Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.
Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video
Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.
Marketing
Here's How American Apparel Is Taking Sex Out of Its Ads
After years of criticism over using scandalous photos of young women in its advertising, American Apparel will finally cover up.
Here's How American Apparel Is Taking Sex Out of Its Ads
After years of criticism over using scandalous photos of young women in its advertising, American Apparel will finally cover up.
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Instagram Takes Steps to Open Platform to Advertisers
Instagram said on Tuesday that it is taking steps to make its ads available to all types of businesses, not just hand-selected brands.
Instagram Takes Steps to Open Platform to Advertisers
Instagram said on Tuesday that it is taking steps to make its ads available to all types of businesses, not just hand-selected brands.
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Google Says ‘Buy’ Button Coming to Online Advertising Service
Google Inc. plans to unveil a “buy” button for its advertising service, stepping up pressure on rival Amazon.com Inc. as the company moves deeper into online commerce.
Google Says ‘Buy’ Button Coming to Online Advertising Service
Google Inc. plans to unveil a “buy” button for its advertising service, stepping up pressure on rival Amazon.com Inc. as the company moves deeper into online commerce.
The News in Brief
Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.
Victoria’s Secret Forecasts Its Best Year Since L Brands Split
The underwear company is anticipating net sales of at least $6.85 billion in the current fiscal year, exceeding analyst estimates and marking the highest revenue since its split from L Brands Inc in 2021.
Uniqlo Aims to Grow Tenfold in India With Summer-Centric Clothes
The Japanese brand is accelerating its expansion in India to capture a greater share of the rapidly growing apparel market and affluent consumer base.
Oasis Pressures Kao in Latest Japan Activist Investor Push
Activist fund Oasis Management Co. is calling on the Japanese personal care company to convene an extraordinary general meeting, seeking a probe into its supply-chain risk management and internal control.
American Eagle Forecasts Sales Growth Above Estimates on Demand From Wealthy Shoppers
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.