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.
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The BoF Podcast | Serena Williams: ‘Pressure Is a Privilege’
In a 2019 conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, the tennis champion, who announced her retirement this week, reveals how the mental toughness she has built on the court prepared her for life as an entrepreneur.
The BoF Podcast | Serena Williams: ‘Pressure Is a Privilege’
In a 2019 conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, the tennis champion, who announced her retirement this week, reveals how the mental toughness she has built on the court prepared her for life as an entrepreneur.
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The BoF Podcast: Why LA Is a Hub of Converging Industries
A panel of entrepreneurs at BoF West discuss the value of interdisciplinary approaches and why Los Angeles is an ideal place for the "cross-pollination" of industries.
The BoF Podcast: Why LA Is a Hub of Converging Industries
A panel of entrepreneurs at BoF West discuss the value of interdisciplinary approaches and why Los Angeles is an ideal place for the "cross-pollination" of industries.
Entrepreneurship
How Three Fast-Growing DTC Brands Use Customer Feedback to Drive Sales
The entrepreneurs behind Allbirds, Hims and Hers and Good American outlined the keys to their brands’ success at BoF West.
How Three Fast-Growing DTC Brands Use Customer Feedback to Drive Sales
The entrepreneurs behind Allbirds, Hims and Hers and Good American outlined the keys to their brands’ success at BoF West.
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BoF West Reveals How Entrepreneurship Is Changing Fashion
At BoF's second annual West Coast summit, Serena Williams, Elizabeth Banks and industry leaders from fashion, wellness and technology broke down how they are rewriting traditional business models.
BoF West Reveals How Entrepreneurship Is Changing Fashion
At BoF's second annual West Coast summit, Serena Williams, Elizabeth Banks and industry leaders from fashion, wellness and technology broke down how they are rewriting traditional business models.
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Sustainability
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Rachel Shechtman
In a new series, BoF explores the evolution of retail in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. First up: Rachel Shechtman, the founder of Story and brand experience officer at Macy’s, discusses how companies should approach building experiences in retail.
Retail Innovators: Rachel Shechtman
In a new series, BoF explores the evolution of retail in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. First up: Rachel Shechtman, the founder of Story and brand experience officer at Macy’s, discusses how companies should approach building experiences in retail.
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Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
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Kris Jenner to Join Kim Kardashian West on Stage at BoF West
The entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of "Keeping up with the Kardashians" is part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on June 18. Find out how you can attend.
Kris Jenner to Join Kim Kardashian West on Stage at BoF West
The entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of "Keeping up with the Kardashians" is part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on June 18. Find out how you can attend.
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BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
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BoF West Is Coming to Los Angeles on June 18
Hollywood, Silicon Valley and Fashion will collide at The Business of Fashion’s inaugural BoF West summit on June 18 in Los Angeles.
BoF West Is Coming to Los Angeles on June 18
Hollywood, Silicon Valley and Fashion will collide at The Business of Fashion’s inaugural BoF West summit on June 18 in Los Angeles.
The News in Brief
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.
Abercrombie & Fitch Forecasts Muted Annual Sales Amid Tariff Uncertainty
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.