Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Luxury
In Paris, Security Fears Threaten Luxury Sales
Can the French authorities counteract the growing sentiment that the City of Light is not as safe as it once was?
In Paris, Security Fears Threaten Luxury Sales
Can the French authorities counteract the growing sentiment that the City of Light is not as safe as it once was?
Fashion Week
The Case for Global Fashion Cooperation
In today’s complex and connected world, the major challenges facing fashion can only be addressed through greater global cooperation.
The Case for Global Fashion Cooperation
In today’s complex and connected world, the major challenges facing fashion can only be addressed through greater global cooperation.
Retail
Rethinking the Fashion System
After a year of transformation — and increasing chaos — in the way clothes are designed, marketed and sold, industry leaders ponder the future of ‘fashion immediacy.'
Rethinking the Fashion System
After a year of transformation — and increasing chaos — in the way clothes are designed, marketed and sold, industry leaders ponder the future of ‘fashion immediacy.'
News & Analysis
#BoF500 — The New Class: Catalysts
They may work behind the scenes, but these talent spotters, agents and educators are essential to making the fashion machine tick. Meet the 15 catalysts who are new to the #BoF500 this year.
#BoF500 — The New Class: Catalysts
They may work behind the scenes, but these talent spotters, agents and educators are essential to making the fashion machine tick. Meet the 15 catalysts who are new to the #BoF500 this year.
News & Analysis
John Galliano, Mario Testino, Amber Valletta and Joan Smalls to Speak at VOICES
The Business of Fashion is pleased to reveal the latest wave of speakers at VOICES, BoF’s new annual gathering for big thinkers.
John Galliano, Mario Testino, Amber Valletta and Joan Smalls to Speak at VOICES
The Business of Fashion is pleased to reveal the latest wave of speakers at VOICES, BoF’s new annual gathering for big thinkers.
Fashion Week
Op-Ed | The Problem With ‘Buy Now’
Consumer-driven ‘buy now’ strategies can damage fashion brands, argues Pascal Morand, executive president of the Fédération Française de la Couture, du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode.
Op-Ed | The Problem With ‘Buy Now’
Consumer-driven ‘buy now’ strategies can damage fashion brands, argues Pascal Morand, executive president of the Fédération Française de la Couture, du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Fédération Française De La Couture Names Executive President, John Varvatos Appoints CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Fédération Française De La Couture Names Executive President, John Varvatos Appoints CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Michael Kors Taps Stéphane Lafay, Toledano Succeeds Grumbach, Mieck Exits Labelux
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Michael Kors Taps Stéphane Lafay, Toledano Succeeds Grumbach, Mieck Exits Labelux
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
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.