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.
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News & Analysis
Mario Testino and Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Exploitation in New York Times Investigation
The New York Times has released a detailed report on an alleged pattern of sexual exploitation by two of the biggest photographers in the fashion business. Publishing giant Condé Nast said it would stop working with both men.
Mario Testino and Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Exploitation in New York Times Investigation
The New York Times has released a detailed report on an alleged pattern of sexual exploitation by two of the biggest photographers in the fashion business. Publishing giant Condé Nast said it would stop working with both men.
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Social Goods | New Terry Richardson Allegations, Rise of Bulletproof Clothing
This week, another model comes forward with allegations against the photographer, while America's bulletproof clothing industry is booming.
Social Goods | New Terry Richardson Allegations, Rise of Bulletproof Clothing
This week, another model comes forward with allegations against the photographer, while America's bulletproof clothing industry is booming.
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LVMH’s Antoine Arnault on Model Safety Charter: ‘If They Don’t Comply, We Will Not Work With Them’
One year after James Scully issued a plea to end the ‘cruel and sadistic’ abuse of fashion models, LVMH’s Antoine Arnault joined the casting director to discuss the enforcement of a landmark charter to protect models on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
LVMH’s Antoine Arnault on Model Safety Charter: ‘If They Don’t Comply, We Will Not Work With Them’
One year after James Scully issued a plea to end the ‘cruel and sadistic’ abuse of fashion models, LVMH’s Antoine Arnault joined the casting director to discuss the enforcement of a landmark charter to protect models on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
News & Analysis
Social Goods | Ivanka Trump in India, Stella McCartney Speaks Out Against Waste
This week, Ivanka Trump's trip to India sparks questions about garment workers rights, while Stella McCartney calls for overhaul of wasteful fashion industry.
Social Goods | Ivanka Trump in India, Stella McCartney Speaks Out Against Waste
This week, Ivanka Trump's trip to India sparks questions about garment workers rights, while Stella McCartney calls for overhaul of wasteful fashion industry.
News & Analysis
An Inflection Point for Indian Models
Demand for uniqueness and the growth of India’s fashion market are fuelling the rise of Indian models.
An Inflection Point for Indian Models
Demand for uniqueness and the growth of India’s fashion market are fuelling the rise of Indian models.
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Kendall Jenner Edges Gisele Bündchen out as World's Top-Earning Model
Bündchen has held the top spot since 2002.
Kendall Jenner Edges Gisele Bündchen out as World's Top-Earning Model
Bündchen has held the top spot since 2002.
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Coco Rocha Talks Model Well-Being and Agency Expansion
Nomad, Rocha's Miami-based agency, is set to open a Los Angeles office in 2018.
Coco Rocha Talks Model Well-Being and Agency Expansion
Nomad, Rocha's Miami-based agency, is set to open a Los Angeles office in 2018.
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Op-Ed | In a Post-Terry Richardson World, Fashion Must Better Regulate Itself
In order to reform, fashion will need an independent, ethical watchdog, argues Caryn Franklin.
Op-Ed | In a Post-Terry Richardson World, Fashion Must Better Regulate Itself
In order to reform, fashion will need an independent, ethical watchdog, argues Caryn Franklin.
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Social Goods | Agency Denies Model Died From Overworking, Why Aren't There More Black Designers?
This week, a Chinese modelling agency denies Vlada Dzyuba died from exhaustion after Shanghai Fashion Week, and why the fashion industry needs to address diversity beyond the runway.
Social Goods | Agency Denies Model Died From Overworking, Why Aren't There More Black Designers?
This week, a Chinese modelling agency denies Vlada Dzyuba died from exhaustion after Shanghai Fashion Week, and why the fashion industry needs to address diversity beyond the runway.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Fashion's Terry Richardson Problem, H&M Denies Burning Unsold Product
This week, the industry's condemnation of the sexually-predatory photographer is too little, too late, while H&M challenges claims it is destroying 60 tonnes of usable clothing.
Social Goods | Fashion's Terry Richardson Problem, H&M Denies Burning Unsold Product
This week, the industry's condemnation of the sexually-predatory photographer is too little, too late, while H&M challenges claims it is destroying 60 tonnes of usable clothing.
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Fashion’s New Distance From Terry Richardson Is Too Little, Too Late
While Terry Richardson has become the poster child for fashion’s sexual harassment problem, photographers, editors, stylists, casting directors and others are known to routinely engage in misconduct in an industry where power dynamics disadvantage young women.
Fashion’s New Distance From Terry Richardson Is Too Little, Too Late
While Terry Richardson has become the poster child for fashion’s sexual harassment problem, photographers, editors, stylists, casting directors and others are known to routinely engage in misconduct in an industry where power dynamics disadvantage young women.
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Amid Model Wars, Ford Rebrands with the Help of Fabien Baron
After years of struggle, Ford Models, the agency founded by Eileen and Jerry Ford in 1946, is adopting a new strategy led by two former rivals.
Amid Model Wars, Ford Rebrands with the Help of Fabien Baron
After years of struggle, Ford Models, the agency founded by Eileen and Jerry Ford in 1946, is adopting a new strategy led by two former rivals.
The News in Brief
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.
Abercrombie & Fitch Forecasts Muted Annual Sales Amid Tariff Uncertainty
The retailer said it was accounting for the 15 percent tariff announced by US president Donald Trump after the Supreme Court struck down most of his earlier tariffs.