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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Fashion's Back-to-School Blues
This week, everyone will be talking about back-to-school shopping in the age of virtual learning, financial results from Capri and Ralph Lauren and uncertainty about US economic stimulus. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Fashion's Back-to-School Blues
This week, everyone will be talking about back-to-school shopping in the age of virtual learning, financial results from Capri and Ralph Lauren and uncertainty about US economic stimulus. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
Retail
Next to Replace Debenhams as Ted Baker's Kidswear License Partner
Debenhams will remain the fashion brand's license partner for lingerie and nightwear.
Next to Replace Debenhams as Ted Baker's Kidswear License Partner
Debenhams will remain the fashion brand's license partner for lingerie and nightwear.
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Mothercare UK Sales Slide Slows in Fourth Quarter
The baby products and maternity wear company has been losing money for more than a decade.
Mothercare UK Sales Slide Slows in Fourth Quarter
The baby products and maternity wear company has been losing money for more than a decade.
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Why Mini-Me Dressing Is Big Business
Matching mother-daughter dressing may tread the line between cute and tacky, but it is a trend that luxury brands like Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana are banking on as women look to dress their children in miniature runway pieces.
Why Mini-Me Dressing Is Big Business
Matching mother-daughter dressing may tread the line between cute and tacky, but it is a trend that luxury brands like Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana are banking on as women look to dress their children in miniature runway pieces.
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Mytheresa Launches Kids
The Neiman Marcus-owned e-tailer is kicking off children’s clothing sales with 35 brands, including capsule collections from Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana.
Mytheresa Launches Kids
The Neiman Marcus-owned e-tailer is kicking off children’s clothing sales with 35 brands, including capsule collections from Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana.
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Hypebeast Shuts Down Its Kids Site
The vertical will live on through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, where it has 95,800 followers.
Hypebeast Shuts Down Its Kids Site
The vertical will live on through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, where it has 95,800 followers.
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The Farfetch of Childrenswear Secures $15 Million Investment
Maisonette will put its Series A funding round towards building out its team, investing in technology and launch content.
The Farfetch of Childrenswear Secures $15 Million Investment
Maisonette will put its Series A funding round towards building out its team, investing in technology and launch content.
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Germany's Tchibo to Launch Rental Service for Children's Clothing
The German retail chain is launching an online baby and children's clothing rental service to tap demand for the sharing economy model.
Germany's Tchibo to Launch Rental Service for Children's Clothing
The German retail chain is launching an online baby and children's clothing rental service to tap demand for the sharing economy model.
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How Millennial Culture Is Driving the Luxury Kidswear Market
Brands are cashing in on millennial parents whose Gucci- and Yeezy-clad toddlers are generating thousands of likes on Instagram.
How Millennial Culture Is Driving the Luxury Kidswear Market
Brands are cashing in on millennial parents whose Gucci- and Yeezy-clad toddlers are generating thousands of likes on Instagram.
Retail
Report: Gymboree Preparing For Bankruptcy Filing
The childrenswear retailer warned last month it is running short on cash and may not survive if it can’t persuade creditors to refinance its debt.
Report: Gymboree Preparing For Bankruptcy Filing
The childrenswear retailer warned last month it is running short on cash and may not survive if it can’t persuade creditors to refinance its debt.
Retail
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
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.