Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Sustainability
The BoF Podcast: Amber Valletta Says, ‘I Don’t Want to Work in an Industry That Is the Same as Before’
The supermodel, actress and environmental activist talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about why the fashion industry cannot return to ‘business as normal.’
The BoF Podcast: Amber Valletta Says, ‘I Don’t Want to Work in an Industry That Is the Same as Before’
The supermodel, actress and environmental activist talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about why the fashion industry cannot return to ‘business as normal.’
Retail
The BoF Podcast: Farfetch’s José Neves Says Profitability Is Still Possible in 2021
The luxury marketplace’s founder and chief executive talks to BoF’s Imran Amed about Covid-19 setbacks, pivots and what’s next.
The BoF Podcast: Farfetch’s José Neves Says Profitability Is Still Possible in 2021
The luxury marketplace’s founder and chief executive talks to BoF’s Imran Amed about Covid-19 setbacks, pivots and what’s next.
Luxury
BoF LIVE: The Future of the Resale Market
Many resale platforms saw a rebound after the initial shock of the coronavirus outbreak — but can they sustain the momentum?
BoF LIVE: The Future of the Resale Market
Many resale platforms saw a rebound after the initial shock of the coronavirus outbreak — but can they sustain the momentum?
Marketing
BoF LIVE: How to Get the Most Out of Your Marketing Budget
Why it's worth reconfiguring your advertising strategy right now.
BoF LIVE: How to Get the Most Out of Your Marketing Budget
Why it's worth reconfiguring your advertising strategy right now.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Giles Deacon on Carving Out His Own Fashion Calendar
The designer speaks with BoF's Imran Amed about the importance of creative autonomy in a time of 'product for more product’s sake.'
The BoF Podcast: Giles Deacon on Carving Out His Own Fashion Calendar
The designer speaks with BoF's Imran Amed about the importance of creative autonomy in a time of 'product for more product’s sake.'
Workplace & Talent
The BoF Podcast: Aniyia Williams on Why Self-Examination Is Critical to Dismantling Racism in Fashion
The entrepreneur talks to BoF’s Imran Amed on finding blind spots and difficult conversations.
The BoF Podcast: Aniyia Williams on Why Self-Examination Is Critical to Dismantling Racism in Fashion
The entrepreneur talks to BoF’s Imran Amed on finding blind spots and difficult conversations.
Marketing
BoF LIVE: Brand Marketing in the Age of Covid-19
Brands must reconsider their values, who they are targeting and what they really want to say.
BoF LIVE: Brand Marketing in the Age of Covid-19
Brands must reconsider their values, who they are targeting and what they really want to say.
Media
The BoF Podcast: Ibrahim Kamara on Photography as a Powerful Force for Change
The renowned stylist and fashion director talks to BoF’s Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about his time creating under lockdown.
The BoF Podcast: Ibrahim Kamara on Photography as a Powerful Force for Change
The renowned stylist and fashion director talks to BoF’s Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about his time creating under lockdown.
Retail
BoF LIVE: The Future of Wholesale
Watch Nicolas Santi-Weil, CEO of Ami Paris, and Shira Sue Carmi, CEO of Altuzarra, discuss the challenges and value of the wholesale model with BoF's Lauren Sherman and Chantal Fernandez.
BoF LIVE: The Future of Wholesale
Watch Nicolas Santi-Weil, CEO of Ami Paris, and Shira Sue Carmi, CEO of Altuzarra, discuss the challenges and value of the wholesale model with BoF's Lauren Sherman and Chantal Fernandez.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Anna Sui Says, ‘You Can Define an Era By the Clothes’
The American designer speaks to BoF's Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about how fashion mirrors politics.
The BoF Podcast: Anna Sui Says, ‘You Can Define an Era By the Clothes’
The American designer speaks to BoF's Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about how fashion mirrors politics.
Media
The BoF Podcast: Graydon Carter Says, ‘There Is More Good Journalism Being Produced Now Than There Was 25 Years Ago’
The former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief lifts the lid on his 25-year run at the publication, what it’s like to make digital weekly newsletter Air Mail and the fate of media in a post-pandemic climate.
The BoF Podcast: Graydon Carter Says, ‘There Is More Good Journalism Being Produced Now Than There Was 25 Years Ago’
The former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief lifts the lid on his 25-year run at the publication, what it’s like to make digital weekly newsletter Air Mail and the fate of media in a post-pandemic climate.
Retail
#BoFLIVE: The Future of the Off-Price Market
As lockdown measures ease, Value Retail Founder and Chairman Scott Malkin sheds light on the future of luxury outlet shopping destinations and the lessons learned from China.
#BoFLIVE: The Future of the Off-Price Market
As lockdown measures ease, Value Retail Founder and Chairman Scott Malkin sheds light on the future of luxury outlet shopping destinations and the lessons learned from China.
The News in Brief
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.
Ross Stores Forecasts Annual Sales Above Estimates on Resilient Demand for Discounted Apparel
Spend growth at off-price chains is among the strongest in retail, with gains across all income segments.