Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Fashion Week
At Maison Margiela, Skeleton Clothes
What John Galliano has been doing at Maison Margiela looks like an attempt to (re)create a modern folklore in fashion. This collection clarified that intent.
At Maison Margiela, Skeleton Clothes
What John Galliano has been doing at Maison Margiela looks like an attempt to (re)create a modern folklore in fashion. This collection clarified that intent.
Fashion Week
Mired Richness at Armani
There was a strong story on the runway. Had the designer made an impactful edit of his 80-plus looks, its decadent edge would have lingered in the memory.
Mired Richness at Armani
There was a strong story on the runway. Had the designer made an impactful edit of his 80-plus looks, its decadent edge would have lingered in the memory.
News & Analysis
Meryl Streep Accuses Karl Lagerfeld of Spoiling her Oscars
Meryl Streep on Saturday accused designer Karl Lagerfeld of spoiling her night at the Academy Awards ceremony by falsely accusing her of being paid to wear a gown on the Oscars red carpet.
Meryl Streep Accuses Karl Lagerfeld of Spoiling her Oscars
Meryl Streep on Saturday accused designer Karl Lagerfeld of spoiling her night at the Academy Awards ceremony by falsely accusing her of being paid to wear a gown on the Oscars red carpet.
Retail
News Bites | Stella Ishii Goes Direct-to-Consumer, Celine's New CEO, Armani Closes Collezioni
In today's News Bites, Stella Ishii's label 6397 launches e-commerce and Séverine Merle becomes the third female CEO in the history of LVMH.
News Bites | Stella Ishii Goes Direct-to-Consumer, Celine's New CEO, Armani Closes Collezioni
In today's News Bites, Stella Ishii's label 6397 launches e-commerce and Séverine Merle becomes the third female CEO in the history of LVMH.
News & Analysis
Meryl Streep's Stylist Refutes Karl Lagerfeld Comments
Micaela Erlanger breaks her silence on Lagerfeld's recent comments that Streep refused to wear Chanel to this Sunday's Academy Awards because the brand declined to pay.
Meryl Streep's Stylist Refutes Karl Lagerfeld Comments
Micaela Erlanger breaks her silence on Lagerfeld's recent comments that Streep refused to wear Chanel to this Sunday's Academy Awards because the brand declined to pay.
Fashion Week
Changing Tides at Emporio Armani
Giorgio Armani’s message was diluted by the variety of his offer. Clashes and contrasts are more effective when they are edited severely.
Changing Tides at Emporio Armani
Giorgio Armani’s message was diluted by the variety of his offer. Clashes and contrasts are more effective when they are edited severely.
Fashion Week
Fendi's Sensuality and Severity
Propriety and raciness kept pace throughout the whole show. On one hand, there was a subtle emphasis on classical values, on on the other there was the perverse undertow of the Vienna secession.
Fendi's Sensuality and Severity
Propriety and raciness kept pace throughout the whole show. On one hand, there was a subtle emphasis on classical values, on on the other there was the perverse undertow of the Vienna secession.
News & Analysis
Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Karl Lagerfeld speak with Tim Blanks about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Fendi.
Tim's Take | Fendi Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch Karl Lagerfeld speak with Tim Blanks about his Autumn/Winter 2017 collection for Fendi.
News & Analysis
Tim's Take | Burberry Autumn/Winter 2017
Tim Blanks talks to Christopher Bailey about the thinking behind his latest collection. Watch now.
Tim's Take | Burberry Autumn/Winter 2017
Tim Blanks talks to Christopher Bailey about the thinking behind his latest collection. Watch now.
Fashion Week
Video: Christopher Kane Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch all of the highlights of Christopher Kane's Autumn/Winter 2017 show.
Video: Christopher Kane Autumn/Winter 2017
Watch all of the highlights of Christopher Kane's Autumn/Winter 2017 show.
News & Analysis
Tim's Take | J.W. Anderson Autumn/Winter 2017
Tim Blanks talks to J.W. Anderson to decode the creative thinking behind his latest collection. Watch now.
Tim's Take | J.W. Anderson Autumn/Winter 2017
Tim Blanks talks to J.W. Anderson to decode the creative thinking behind his latest collection. Watch now.
News & Analysis
Guido Palau, an Eye in the Fashion Week Hurricane
Fashion's most sought-after hairdresser opens up to BoF about his creative process and staying calm amidst the storm of New York Fashion Week.
Guido Palau, an Eye in the Fashion Week Hurricane
Fashion's most sought-after hairdresser opens up to BoF about his creative process and staying calm amidst the storm of New York Fashion 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.