Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
footwear
Sports
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Sports
The Death of Sneakers Is Overstated
The sneaker aftermarket and sneaker culture might not be where they were during their peak years in the early 2020s, but that doesn’t mean that it’s over.
The Death of Sneakers Is Overstated
The sneaker aftermarket and sneaker culture might not be where they were during their peak years in the early 2020s, but that doesn’t mean that it’s over.
Luxury
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
Retail
Dr. Martens Is Ready for a Reboot
In her first interview, new chief brand officer Carla Murphy says the brand is “in motion for its next chapter,” leading with a heritage-heavy revamp that’s on full display at its new London flagship.
Dr. Martens Is Ready for a Reboot
In her first interview, new chief brand officer Carla Murphy says the brand is “in motion for its next chapter,” leading with a heritage-heavy revamp that’s on full display at its new London flagship.
Sports
How Wolverine Worldwide Turned Saucony Into a Sportswear Challenger
Wolverine Worldwide’s CEO Chris Hufnagel explains how he’s kept two small sportswear brands, Saucony and Merrell, competitive in a category dominated by giants.
How Wolverine Worldwide Turned Saucony Into a Sportswear Challenger
Wolverine Worldwide’s CEO Chris Hufnagel explains how he’s kept two small sportswear brands, Saucony and Merrell, competitive in a category dominated by giants.
Partner Content
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
Sports
Stephen Curry Breaks Up With Under Armour
Footwear has become increasingly weird over the past few years. The latest trend report from the secondary market platform StockX shows us that it won’t change heading into 2026.
Stephen Curry Breaks Up With Under Armour
Footwear has become increasingly weird over the past few years. The latest trend report from the secondary market platform StockX shows us that it won’t change heading into 2026.
Sports
Why Après-Ski Is Here To Stay
As we enter the winter season, it’s clear that skiwear is still heavy on fashion brands’ minds.
Why Après-Ski Is Here To Stay
As we enter the winter season, it’s clear that skiwear is still heavy on fashion brands’ minds.
Sports
Can the NHL Be Fertile Fashion Ground
The NHL has opened things up for its players to take advantage of the new sports and fashion landscape. But will it actually happen?
Can the NHL Be Fertile Fashion Ground
The NHL has opened things up for its players to take advantage of the new sports and fashion landscape. But will it actually happen?
Sports
Mike Amiri Explains Fashion’s Sports Boom
A conversation with Mike Amiri about his eponymous brand’s new deal with FC Barcelona and the boom between sports and fashion.
Mike Amiri Explains Fashion’s Sports Boom
A conversation with Mike Amiri about his eponymous brand’s new deal with FC Barcelona and the boom between sports and fashion.
Sports
Why 3D Printed Sneakers Are Making a Comeback
The technology had a moment in the 2010s, but the final product proved too expensive or too uncomfortable to catch on. Now Nike, Adidas and others are trying again, and say printed sneakers are ready for the mainstream.
Why 3D Printed Sneakers Are Making a Comeback
The technology had a moment in the 2010s, but the final product proved too expensive or too uncomfortable to catch on. Now Nike, Adidas and others are trying again, and say printed sneakers are ready for the mainstream.
Retail
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers Are Winning Gen Z’s Heart
Sales of the 76-year-old shoe brand have taken off amid a global tourism boom to Japan.
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers Are Winning Gen Z’s Heart
Sales of the 76-year-old shoe brand have taken off amid a global tourism boom to Japan.
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.