US retail sales growth likely moderated a touch in September, capping an otherwise solid quarter of spending by consumers who are nonetheless frustrated by high prices and anxious about job security.
US retail sales growth likely moderated a touch in September, capping an otherwise solid quarter of spending by consumers who are nonetheless frustrated by high prices and anxious about job security.
A new transatlantic approach to minimalist tailoring and workwear has swept menswear, buoyed by the rise of buzzy upstarts from Japan, Scandinavia and the US. To outlast a current fixation on a sophisticated, pared-back look, labels are searching for ways to make their clothes stand out.
A new transatlantic approach to minimalist tailoring and workwear has swept menswear, buoyed by the rise of buzzy upstarts from Japan, Scandinavia and the US. To outlast a current fixation on a sophisticated, pared-back look, labels are searching for ways to make their clothes stand out.
The 10th annual State of Fashion report by McKinsey & Company and BoF Insights, The Business of Fashion’s data and advisory team, reveals how changes in trade, technology and consumer behaviour will challenge businesses in 2026. Download the full report to understand the 10 themes that will shape the industry and opportunities for growth in the year ahead.
The 10th annual State of Fashion report by McKinsey & Company and BoF Insights, The Business of Fashion’s data and advisory team, reveals how changes in trade, technology and consumer behaviour will challenge businesses in 2026. Download the full report to understand the 10 themes that will shape the industry and opportunities for growth in the year ahead.
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
Stores like H&M, Zara and Primark are experimenting with selling makeup, hair care and fragrances. But as past experiments show, beauty is a tricky beast for mass retail.
Stores like H&M, Zara and Primark are experimenting with selling makeup, hair care and fragrances. But as past experiments show, beauty is a tricky beast for mass retail.
Wafuku fabric and fashion houses are searching for new ways to offset falling kimono sales and safeguard their artisanal heritage. But will a mix of modernisation, diversification and overseas collaborations be enough to secure their survival?
Wafuku fabric and fashion houses are searching for new ways to offset falling kimono sales and safeguard their artisanal heritage. But will a mix of modernisation, diversification and overseas collaborations be enough to secure their survival?
As it debuts its first international store in London and broadens its apparel offerings, the Danish brand is taking its first step towards a retail-led expansion geared towards becoming a home-lifestyle label.
As it debuts its first international store in London and broadens its apparel offerings, the Danish brand is taking its first step towards a retail-led expansion geared towards becoming a home-lifestyle label.
Two months since the US hit India with 50 percent import duties, labourers in the country’s largest apparel manufacturing hubs face mass layoffs, reduced hours, and indefinite furloughs. The message from factories: “Come back once things in America get better.”
Two months since the US hit India with 50 percent import duties, labourers in the country’s largest apparel manufacturing hubs face mass layoffs, reduced hours, and indefinite furloughs. The message from factories: “Come back once things in America get better.”
It’s the question everyone is asking — from uptown to downtown, offline and online — as the brand’s annual clearance event kicks off in New York.
It’s the question everyone is asking — from uptown to downtown, offline and online — as the brand’s annual clearance event kicks off in New York.
Brands are creating on-campus experiences, from concerts to tailgate events, to drive sales and loyalty — and take advantage of college influencers’ growing power among Gen Z.
Brands are creating on-campus experiences, from concerts to tailgate events, to drive sales and loyalty — and take advantage of college influencers’ growing power among Gen Z.
Co-founder Noah Raf details the sweats brand’s plans to open flagships on three continents, release new product categories and launch its first luxury collaboration with Marni.
Co-founder Noah Raf details the sweats brand’s plans to open flagships on three continents, release new product categories and launch its first luxury collaboration with Marni.
In an exclusive interview with BoF, Gap chief executive Mark Breitbard discussed the strategy behind the mother-daughter campaign for the brand’s premium line, GapStudio.
In an exclusive interview with BoF, Gap chief executive Mark Breitbard discussed the strategy behind the mother-daughter campaign for the brand’s premium line, GapStudio.
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.
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.
Spend growth at off-price chains is among the strongest in retail, with gains across all income segments.
The retailer said it was accounting for the 15 percent tariff announced by US president Donald Trump after the Supreme Court struck down most of his earlier tariffs.
Melissa Sperau, formerly of Shiseido, will join the US prestige cosmetics maker effective March 6.
The US fragrance giant forecast a steeper decline in annual sales than anticipated by Wall Street, as budget-conscious shoppers pull back on buying scented candles and fragrances.
The US wearable tech company intends to add more than 600 new roles across various departments, founder and chief executive Will Ahmed told Bloomberg.