Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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At Condé Nast and Hearst, It’s About More Than the Current Crisis
The rival publishers have so far taken different approaches to managing what’s in front of them — and anticipating what’s to come.
At Condé Nast and Hearst, It’s About More Than the Current Crisis
The rival publishers have so far taken different approaches to managing what’s in front of them — and anticipating what’s to come.
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For Fashion Magazines, It's Crunch Time
Style titles face panicked advertisers, long-lead times and cancelled photo shoots. Can they keep print media relevant in the age of Covid-19?
For Fashion Magazines, It's Crunch Time
Style titles face panicked advertisers, long-lead times and cancelled photo shoots. Can they keep print media relevant in the age of Covid-19?
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Hearst Is Still Searching for an Editor for Harper’s Bazaar. Here’s Why.
Print’s challenges might not matter to some who dream of following in the footsteps of Liz Tilberis and Glenda Bailey. But many of today’s editors have other aspirations.
Hearst Is Still Searching for an Editor for Harper’s Bazaar. Here’s Why.
Print’s challenges might not matter to some who dream of following in the footsteps of Liz Tilberis and Glenda Bailey. But many of today’s editors have other aspirations.
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Katie Grand Names Ben Cobb Co-Editor-in-Chief of LOVE
The former Another Man EIC will join the Condé Nast title to lead menswear coverage. BoF's Tim Blanks sits down with the new partners to discuss their unexpected hookup.
Katie Grand Names Ben Cobb Co-Editor-in-Chief of LOVE
The former Another Man EIC will join the Condé Nast title to lead menswear coverage. BoF's Tim Blanks sits down with the new partners to discuss their unexpected hookup.
China
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
Workplace & Talent
Marie Claire Names Fashion Director as Editor-in-Chief
Cosmopolitan’s fashion director Aya Kanai will succeed Anne Fulenwider, who has led the title since 2012.
Marie Claire Names Fashion Director as Editor-in-Chief
Cosmopolitan’s fashion director Aya Kanai will succeed Anne Fulenwider, who has led the title since 2012.
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Vogue Mexico Cover Spotlights Transgender 'Muxe' Women
A culture of indigenous transgender women that has been part of southern Mexico's heritage for centuries is highlighted in the latest issue.
Vogue Mexico Cover Spotlights Transgender 'Muxe' Women
A culture of indigenous transgender women that has been part of southern Mexico's heritage for centuries is highlighted in the latest issue.
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How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
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Is This the End of Gendered Media?
Seeing readers as demographics defined primarily by gender is no longer a sustainable business model. Appealing to readers’ shared interests and values is the future.
Is This the End of Gendered Media?
Seeing readers as demographics defined primarily by gender is no longer a sustainable business model. Appealing to readers’ shared interests and values is the future.
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Why There Are More Fashion Magazines Than Ever
The internet was supposed to have killed print fashion media years ago, and yet the market for high-concept biannuals and quarterlies is more crowded than ever.
Why There Are More Fashion Magazines Than Ever
The internet was supposed to have killed print fashion media years ago, and yet the market for high-concept biannuals and quarterlies is more crowded than ever.
China
Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
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Stefano Tonchi Exits W After Acquisition by Surface Magazine Owner
Marc Lotenberg, chief executive and chairman of the newly formed Future Media Group, has named Style Director Sara Moonves editor-in-chief after acquiring the fashion magazine from Condé Nast.
Stefano Tonchi Exits W After Acquisition by Surface Magazine Owner
Marc Lotenberg, chief executive and chairman of the newly formed Future Media Group, has named Style Director Sara Moonves editor-in-chief after acquiring the fashion magazine from Condé Nast.
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.