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.
apparel
Retail
Why So Many Brands Are Saying ‘I Do’ to Bridal
Brands that have not traditionally offered bridalwear are flocking to the category, banking on driving revenue through seamless production crossover and weddings’ ability to drive social media visibility and customer loyalty.
Why So Many Brands Are Saying ‘I Do’ to Bridal
Brands that have not traditionally offered bridalwear are flocking to the category, banking on driving revenue through seamless production crossover and weddings’ ability to drive social media visibility and customer loyalty.
Beauty
Perfume Is the New Status Hoodie
As fragrance “wardrobing” takes off, the former head of branding at aspirational sweatshirt brand Madhappy says “scents are the smartest investment for a new business.” So he’s making one.
Perfume Is the New Status Hoodie
As fragrance “wardrobing” takes off, the former head of branding at aspirational sweatshirt brand Madhappy says “scents are the smartest investment for a new business.” So he’s making one.
Retail
Will the End of De Minimis Kill the Shein Haul?
As the de minimis loophole is set to close in the US, the fate of fast-fashion purveyors Shein and Temu, who announced price increases effective today, hangs in the balance.
Will the End of De Minimis Kill the Shein Haul?
As the de minimis loophole is set to close in the US, the fate of fast-fashion purveyors Shein and Temu, who announced price increases effective today, hangs in the balance.
Retail
As Foreign Tourists Stay Away, US Retailers Dust Off Their Covid Playbooks
International visits to the US are falling fast due to tariffs and growing tensions between America and the rest of the world. The silver lining for retailers: they’ve been down this road before.
As Foreign Tourists Stay Away, US Retailers Dust Off Their Covid Playbooks
International visits to the US are falling fast due to tariffs and growing tensions between America and the rest of the world. The silver lining for retailers: they’ve been down this road before.
Luxury
Capri’s Versace Blunders Opened Door to Prada Takeover
The US group sold Versace at a roughly $700 million loss after a strategy rooted in more muted designs and higher prices sent sales growth significantly off course.
Capri’s Versace Blunders Opened Door to Prada Takeover
The US group sold Versace at a roughly $700 million loss after a strategy rooted in more muted designs and higher prices sent sales growth significantly off course.
Luxury
Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion
The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.
Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion
The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.
Retail
Why So Many Brands Gave Up on Clothing Rental
Ralph Lauren, American Eagle Outfitters and Banana Republic are among the retailers that briefly experimented with the concept. The implosion of CaaStle, which provided logistics for many of these services, is the clearest sign yet that rental’s future lies elsewhere.
Why So Many Brands Gave Up on Clothing Rental
Ralph Lauren, American Eagle Outfitters and Banana Republic are among the retailers that briefly experimented with the concept. The implosion of CaaStle, which provided logistics for many of these services, is the clearest sign yet that rental’s future lies elsewhere.
Direct-to-Consumer
True Classic Secures Investment From 1686 Partners
The men’s T-shirt maker’s funding from 1686 Partners, a private equity firm founded by David Wertheimer, will help the brand invest in supply chain, retail and international expansion as it aims to reach upwards of $1 billion in annual sales in the next 10 years.
True Classic Secures Investment From 1686 Partners
The men’s T-shirt maker’s funding from 1686 Partners, a private equity firm founded by David Wertheimer, will help the brand invest in supply chain, retail and international expansion as it aims to reach upwards of $1 billion in annual sales in the next 10 years.
Retail
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Some of the most severe import duties announced Wednesday were aimed at apparel manufacturing hubs.
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Some of the most severe import duties announced Wednesday were aimed at apparel manufacturing hubs.
Retail
Why Gap Is Going Premium
With the new GapStudio line, creative director Zac Posen is introducing an edgier, fashion-forward perspective and a platform for monetising his designs on the red carpet, such as Gap’s latest custom outfit for Timothée Chalamet.
Why Gap Is Going Premium
With the new GapStudio line, creative director Zac Posen is introducing an edgier, fashion-forward perspective and a platform for monetising his designs on the red carpet, such as Gap’s latest custom outfit for Timothée Chalamet.
Retail
How Men’s Dress Shirts Became Cool Again
Demand for the menswear classic has ballooned in the last year as a new generation of fashion-obsessed men pursue a more polished look. But the modern dress shirt isn't the stuffy office staple it used to be as brands find new ways to give it an update.
How Men’s Dress Shirts Became Cool Again
Demand for the menswear classic has ballooned in the last year as a new generation of fashion-obsessed men pursue a more polished look. But the modern dress shirt isn't the stuffy office staple it used to be as brands find new ways to give it an update.
Creative Class
How Fashion’s Rising Stars Are Surviving the Luxury Slump
For breakout emerging designers, turning creative acclaim into commercial success in an unpredictable market is the next challenge.
How Fashion’s Rising Stars Are Surviving the Luxury Slump
For breakout emerging designers, turning creative acclaim into commercial success in an unpredictable market is the next challenge.
The News in Brief
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.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
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.