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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News & Analysis
Why Fashion Will Learn to Love Melania Trump
Despite the fashion community's near-unanimous support of Hillary Clinton, it will not be able to ignore that America's future First Lady's style now has a global platform.
Why Fashion Will Learn to Love Melania Trump
Despite the fashion community's near-unanimous support of Hillary Clinton, it will not be able to ignore that America's future First Lady's style now has a global platform.
News & Analysis
Alexa Chung On Her New M&S Collection, Bake off and What's Keeping Her Up at Night
"Beyond fashion ‘It’ girl and surpassing ‘style icon’, there is Alexa Chung."
Alexa Chung On Her New M&S Collection, Bake off and What's Keeping Her Up at Night
"Beyond fashion ‘It’ girl and surpassing ‘style icon’, there is Alexa Chung."
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Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner Are All Photographers Now
"Supermodels are increasingly deciding to go behind the camera, as well as in front of it. Is Instagram to blame?"
Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner Are All Photographers Now
"Supermodels are increasingly deciding to go behind the camera, as well as in front of it. Is Instagram to blame?"
News & Analysis
The Big Business Of Red Carpet Bling
"Jewellery companies of all sizes compete to get their baubles on the right celebrities at the right time — including the Emmys."
The Big Business Of Red Carpet Bling
"Jewellery companies of all sizes compete to get their baubles on the right celebrities at the right time — including the Emmys."
News & Analysis
Rihanna Launches New Fashion Collection for Puma
The pop star launched the Autumn/Winter 2016 Fenty Puma by Rihanna line at Foot Locker in New York.
Rihanna Launches New Fashion Collection for Puma
The pop star launched the Autumn/Winter 2016 Fenty Puma by Rihanna line at Foot Locker in New York.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | Alexa Chung to Launch Own Fashion Brand
British television presenter and model Alexa Chung is set to launch a contemporary-priced line that will hit retailers in May 2017, BoF can exclusively report.
BoF Exclusive | Alexa Chung to Launch Own Fashion Brand
British television presenter and model Alexa Chung is set to launch a contemporary-priced line that will hit retailers in May 2017, BoF can exclusively report.
News & Analysis
Stars Struggle to Find Dresses Bigger Than Sample Size
Female stars show up in new attire for every photo opportunity, making finding fresh, fashion-forward outfits for such occasions a time-consuming task, especially for women larger than a size 2.
Stars Struggle to Find Dresses Bigger Than Sample Size
Female stars show up in new attire for every photo opportunity, making finding fresh, fashion-forward outfits for such occasions a time-consuming task, especially for women larger than a size 2.
News & Analysis
Nike Dispute With Runner Highlights Reduction Clauses
US middle-distance runner Boris Berian is free to wear the shoes of his choosing at the Olympic Trials next week, after Nike Inc. dropped a breach of contract lawsuit against the 800-metre star.
Nike Dispute With Runner Highlights Reduction Clauses
US middle-distance runner Boris Berian is free to wear the shoes of his choosing at the Olympic Trials next week, after Nike Inc. dropped a breach of contract lawsuit against the 800-metre star.
Global Markets
A Populist Approach at Seoul Fashion Week
Featuring celebrity endorsements, accessible price points and a mega-watt K-pop soundtrack, South Korea’s designer showcase wrapped up this weekend in a heady mix of fanfare meets fan culture.
A Populist Approach at Seoul Fashion Week
Featuring celebrity endorsements, accessible price points and a mega-watt K-pop soundtrack, South Korea’s designer showcase wrapped up this weekend in a heady mix of fanfare meets fan culture.
Fashion Week
Ahead of Oscars, Fashion Brands Flock to Hollywood Spotlight
Celebrities might be flocking to the front rows of this week's London Fashion Week shows, but some designers are swapping the runway for Hollywood's awards season red carpets.
Ahead of Oscars, Fashion Brands Flock to Hollywood Spotlight
Celebrities might be flocking to the front rows of this week's London Fashion Week shows, but some designers are swapping the runway for Hollywood's awards season red carpets.
Financial Markets
Puma Profit Tops Estimates as Rihanna-Designed Shoes Boost Sales
Puma SE reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped estimates as singer Rihanna helped sharpen the German sportswear brand’s focus on performance wear and women’s gear.
Puma Profit Tops Estimates as Rihanna-Designed Shoes Boost Sales
Puma SE reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped estimates as singer Rihanna helped sharpen the German sportswear brand’s focus on performance wear and women’s gear.
Fashion Week
Esteban Cortázar Tackles Fashion's Timing Gap
For Paris-based Colombian designer Esteban Cortázar, designing and pre-selling a trans-seasonal collection, delivered eight weeks after fashion week, is the solution to the ‘broken’ fashion system.
Esteban Cortázar Tackles Fashion's Timing Gap
For Paris-based Colombian designer Esteban Cortázar, designing and pre-selling a trans-seasonal collection, delivered eight weeks after fashion week, is the solution to the ‘broken’ fashion system.
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.