Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Reports of the Skinny Jean's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Leg-hugging denim remains the most popular style, and it's not going anywhere soon.
Reports of the Skinny Jean's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Leg-hugging denim remains the most popular style, and it's not going anywhere soon.
News & Analysis
Fashion Drives New Denim Momentum
In a saturated market, denim collections launched by designer ready-to-wear brands are driving new momentum.
Fashion Drives New Denim Momentum
In a saturated market, denim collections launched by designer ready-to-wear brands are driving new momentum.
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Lucky Brand Enrages Customers After Cancelling Orders of One-Cent Jeans
Few Lucky Brand shoppers snapped up jeans for a penny each on Tuesday after the company messed up an online promotional code.
Lucky Brand Enrages Customers After Cancelling Orders of One-Cent Jeans
Few Lucky Brand shoppers snapped up jeans for a penny each on Tuesday after the company messed up an online promotional code.
Retail
Old Navy Critics Declare Victory in Battle Over Plus-Size Jeans
Critics of Gap Inc.’s Old Navy won concessions from the clothing chain after complaining that they were overcharged for women’s plus-size jeans.
Old Navy Critics Declare Victory in Battle Over Plus-Size Jeans
Critics of Gap Inc.’s Old Navy won concessions from the clothing chain after complaining that they were overcharged for women’s plus-size jeans.
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Inside Diesel’s ‘Reboot’
BoF speaks to Renzo Rosso, Alessandro Bogliolo, Nicola Formichetti and Andreas Melbostad for an inside look at how the company is re-energising the brand.
Inside Diesel’s ‘Reboot’
BoF speaks to Renzo Rosso, Alessandro Bogliolo, Nicola Formichetti and Andreas Melbostad for an inside look at how the company is re-energising the brand.
Retail
Killing the Skinny Jean
Skinny jeans have reigned supreme for years. But now a whole host of alternatives, from yoga pants to fancy sweatpants, have cropped up.
Killing the Skinny Jean
Skinny jeans have reigned supreme for years. But now a whole host of alternatives, from yoga pants to fancy sweatpants, have cropped up.
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Future of denim, Fashion tech frenzy, China luxury trends, Technology in 2012, Tyler Brûlé's formula
Niche specialists will take denim into the future (The National) "The classic five-pocket western jeans may be just that - a classic - but perhaps
Future of denim, Fashion tech frenzy, China luxury trends, Technology in 2012, Tyler Brûlé's formula
Niche specialists will take denim into the future (The National) "The classic five-pocket western jeans may be just that - a classic - but perhaps
News & Analysis
John Varvatos rocks on, Stylish social sharing, Emanuelle Alt's Vogue position, British wool's comeback, Art of denim
Fusing Rock 'N' Roll With Fashion (WSJ) "With two fashion labels—John Varvatos, a classic menswear line that celebrated its 10th anniversary last
John Varvatos rocks on, Stylish social sharing, Emanuelle Alt's Vogue position, British wool's comeback, Art of denim
Fusing Rock 'N' Roll With Fashion (WSJ) "With two fashion labels—John Varvatos, a classic menswear line that celebrated its 10th anniversary last
News & Analysis
London's bold fashions, Burton's McQueen challenge, Customer focus, Social shopping, Denim's Italian roots
Bold London fashion seeks way out of recession (Reuters) "London Fashion Week is emerging from the shadow of a recession that has hung over the
London's bold fashions, Burton's McQueen challenge, Customer focus, Social shopping, Denim's Italian roots
Bold London fashion seeks way out of recession (Reuters) "London Fashion Week is emerging from the shadow of a recession that has hung over the
News & Analysis
Exploitation vs experience, Balderton on investing, LVMH beats estimates, Armani odd man out, Denim's appeal
Fashion industry internships: exploitation or experience? (Guardian) "The haute couture world may be glamorous, but some interns at the gritty end of
Exploitation vs experience, Balderton on investing, LVMH beats estimates, Armani odd man out, Denim's appeal
Fashion industry internships: exploitation or experience? (Guardian) "The haute couture world may be glamorous, but some interns at the gritty end of
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.