Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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A Debate Over the Home of New York’s Fashion Industry
"A plan sponsored by the administration of Mayor Bill de Blasio seeks to strip zoning protections in Midtown Manhattan's Garment District and shift
A Debate Over the Home of New York’s Fashion Industry
"A plan sponsored by the administration of Mayor Bill de Blasio seeks to strip zoning protections in Midtown Manhattan's Garment District and shift
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Fashion's Deadliest Disaster Prompts Bangladeshi Workers to Opt for University
Three years after the Rana Plaza disaster, a small miracle has emerged from the tragedy and is slowly taking shape in the southeastern corner of the country.
Fashion's Deadliest Disaster Prompts Bangladeshi Workers to Opt for University
Three years after the Rana Plaza disaster, a small miracle has emerged from the tragedy and is slowly taking shape in the southeastern corner of the country.
Retail
Made in Jordan: Inside the Unexpected Powerhouse of Garment Manufacturing
Despite the conflicts on its doorstep, Jordan is quietly churning out clothing for some of the world's most recognisable fashion brands.
Made in Jordan: Inside the Unexpected Powerhouse of Garment Manufacturing
Despite the conflicts on its doorstep, Jordan is quietly churning out clothing for some of the world's most recognisable fashion brands.
Global Markets
Myanmar's Garment Workers Join Forces Amid Lure of City Jobs
YANGON, Myanmar — When Aye Cho Khine left her family in a farming town in central Myanmar for work and better pay in the city of Yangon 16 years ago,
Myanmar's Garment Workers Join Forces Amid Lure of City Jobs
YANGON, Myanmar — When Aye Cho Khine left her family in a farming town in central Myanmar for work and better pay in the city of Yangon 16 years ago,
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Cambodia Increases Garment Industry Minimum Wage
Cambodia is raising the minimum wage in its important clothing industry by 28 percent to $128 a month, falling short of labor unions' $140 proposal.
Cambodia Increases Garment Industry Minimum Wage
Cambodia is raising the minimum wage in its important clothing industry by 28 percent to $128 a month, falling short of labor unions' $140 proposal.
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What’s the Deal: Fashion Forward in the Garment District
"As fashion manufacturing has faded in the city, landlords are trying to rebrand the neighborhood based on its location and funky older buildings—a
What’s the Deal: Fashion Forward in the Garment District
"As fashion manufacturing has faded in the city, landlords are trying to rebrand the neighborhood based on its location and funky older buildings—a
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Manhattan's fashion hub, Hugo Boss confident, Digitising retail, Men's in NY, Set maestros
New York's Grimy Garment District Hatches Designers' Dreams (NPR) "A recent survey found that 47 percent of New York's designers say they have their
Manhattan's fashion hub, Hugo Boss confident, Digitising retail, Men's in NY, Set maestros
New York's Grimy Garment District Hatches Designers' Dreams (NPR) "A recent survey found that 47 percent of New York's designers say they have their
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Asia calls time, Garment District ideas, Singer returns to Vogue, Anya on luxury, JM Weston
Asia calls time on Swiss watches (FT) "Swiss watch exports fell in September for the first time in almost three years as demand from consumers in
Asia calls time, Garment District ideas, Singer returns to Vogue, Anya on luxury, JM Weston
Asia calls time on Swiss watches (FT) "Swiss watch exports fell in September for the first time in almost three years as demand from consumers in
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HauteLook on Facebook, J.Crew nears takeover, Monsoon ethics scandal, Garment district fray, Just-in-time shoppers
HauteLook Brings Flash Sales to Facebook (NY Times) "Flash-sale Web sites that try to recreate the rush of a designer sample sale have largely relied
HauteLook on Facebook, J.Crew nears takeover, Monsoon ethics scandal, Garment district fray, Just-in-time shoppers
HauteLook Brings Flash Sales to Facebook (NY Times) "Flash-sale Web sites that try to recreate the rush of a designer sample sale have largely relied
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Britain’s bad habit, Online fast fashion, India’s opportunity, Garment district perennial, A return to craft
Britain's appetite for fast fashion is pushing workers into starvation (Guardian) "Ethical trade has to be to ensure that workers are being paid a
Britain’s bad habit, Online fast fashion, India’s opportunity, Garment district perennial, A return to craft
Britain's appetite for fast fashion is pushing workers into starvation (Guardian) "Ethical trade has to be to ensure that workers are being paid a
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.