Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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News & Analysis
Colin's Column | Tomes of the Times: Summer Reading 2019
Colin McDowell shares his essential summer reading list, this year featuring fashion, beauty and design pioneers across multiple generations.
Colin's Column | Tomes of the Times: Summer Reading 2019
Colin McDowell shares his essential summer reading list, this year featuring fashion, beauty and design pioneers across multiple generations.
Media
Esquire’s Site Director Promoted to Editor-in-Chief
Michael Sebastian succeeds Jay Fielden at the American men’s title while continuing to oversee the website — another example of joint editorial leadership of print and digital at Hearst Magazines under President Troy Young.
Esquire’s Site Director Promoted to Editor-in-Chief
Michael Sebastian succeeds Jay Fielden at the American men’s title while continuing to oversee the website — another example of joint editorial leadership of print and digital at Hearst Magazines under President Troy Young.
News & Analysis
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
Media
Fashion Media Is Addicted to Data
At many magazine publishers, data has become more important than the content itself, argues Amy Odell.
Fashion Media Is Addicted to Data
At many magazine publishers, data has become more important than the content itself, argues Amy Odell.
News & Analysis
Anna Wintour on Meghan Markle, the 2020 Election and Condé Nast’s New Global CEO
The Condé Nast artistic director and Vogue editor-in-chief spoke with Tina Brown at the Women in the World Summit about the future of the publisher, American politics and her thoughts on the Duchess of Sussex’s style.
Anna Wintour on Meghan Markle, the 2020 Election and Condé Nast’s New Global CEO
The Condé Nast artistic director and Vogue editor-in-chief spoke with Tina Brown at the Women in the World Summit about the future of the publisher, American politics and her thoughts on the Duchess of Sussex’s style.
Global Markets
Vogue Magazine Makes Comeback in Greece as Debt Crisis Ebbs
Vogue Greece will be the magazine's 26th international edition, run by a 29-year old editor-in-chief Thaleia Karafyllidou.
Vogue Magazine Makes Comeback in Greece as Debt Crisis Ebbs
Vogue Greece will be the magazine's 26th international edition, run by a 29-year old editor-in-chief Thaleia Karafyllidou.
Marketing
Media’s Revenue Stream Revolution: What Actually Works?
As demand for print advertising continues to drop, publishers are experimenting with a range of new revenue streams, with mixed results. Amy Odell does the analysis.
Media’s Revenue Stream Revolution: What Actually Works?
As demand for print advertising continues to drop, publishers are experimenting with a range of new revenue streams, with mixed results. Amy Odell does the analysis.
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Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers
Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.
Self Service Marks 25 Years with Nicolas Ghesquière Covers
Editor-in-chief Ezra Petronio talks to BoF about the magazine's inception, its raison d'être and its latest issue.
News & Analysis
The Problem With Condé Nast's Paywall
The publisher aims to bolster its business by introducing digital subscriptions across its titles by the end of the year. But the move may not address the root of the company's challenges.
The Problem With Condé Nast's Paywall
The publisher aims to bolster its business by introducing digital subscriptions across its titles by the end of the year. But the move may not address the root of the company's challenges.
Media
GQ Says Goodbye to the Suit
New editor-in-chief Will Welch wants the magazine to appeal to menswear enthusiasts with a more sophisticated focus on fashion. Readers looking to match their pocket square to their tie will have to turn to the website.
GQ Says Goodbye to the Suit
New editor-in-chief Will Welch wants the magazine to appeal to menswear enthusiasts with a more sophisticated focus on fashion. Readers looking to match their pocket square to their tie will have to turn to the website.
News & Analysis
A Cult Japanese Magazine Goes Global
Tokyo-based menswear title The New Order is gearing up for global expansion with the launch of a new digital platform, a London office and a host of collaborations.
A Cult Japanese Magazine Goes Global
Tokyo-based menswear title The New Order is gearing up for global expansion with the launch of a new digital platform, a London office and a host of collaborations.
Media
Apple’s ‘Netflix for Magazines’ Getting a Chilly Reception
Apple is trying woo newspapers like the WSJ and NYT to join Texture, an app that offers unlimited access to about 200 magazines. But can the tech giant disrupt publishing like it disrupted music?
Apple’s ‘Netflix for Magazines’ Getting a Chilly Reception
Apple is trying woo newspapers like the WSJ and NYT to join Texture, an app that offers unlimited access to about 200 magazines. But can the tech giant disrupt publishing like it disrupted music?
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.