US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
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Fashion Knows No Boundaries: Our Fourth Annual BoF500 Print Issue Is Out Today
From the office towers of Tokyo to the shopping malls of Mumbai to a tiny island in Greece, we bring you insight and intelligence from Kate Moss, Tory Burch, Tadashi Yanai and more in our fourth annual BoF 500 issue.
Fashion Knows No Boundaries: Our Fourth Annual BoF500 Print Issue Is Out Today
From the office towers of Tokyo to the shopping malls of Mumbai to a tiny island in Greece, we bring you insight and intelligence from Kate Moss, Tory Burch, Tadashi Yanai and more in our fourth annual BoF 500 issue.
Retail
Rebel Teens Are Killing America’s Clothing Giants
Back in 2011, Aéropostale was riding high and the company was profitable. Suddenly, it fell apart.
Rebel Teens Are Killing America’s Clothing Giants
Back in 2011, Aéropostale was riding high and the company was profitable. Suddenly, it fell apart.
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Growing Marco de Vincenzo
With LVMH backing, the under-the-radar Italian designer is gearing up for growth.
Growing Marco de Vincenzo
With LVMH backing, the under-the-radar Italian designer is gearing up for growth.
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Kéji's Katie Green: 'Daywear Shouldn’t Be Off-Duty'
In just one year, Kéji has evolved from a pure denim offering to a full womenswear line. Here, founder Katie Green tells BoF how she identified — and filled — a market gap for elevated daywear.
Kéji's Katie Green: 'Daywear Shouldn’t Be Off-Duty'
In just one year, Kéji has evolved from a pure denim offering to a full womenswear line. Here, founder Katie Green tells BoF how she identified — and filled — a market gap for elevated daywear.
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Kate Moss Inc: How the World’s Most Famous Supermodel Is Building a Business of Her Own
For BoF’s 4th annual BoF 500 special print edition, available for pre-order now, cover star Kate Moss speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about her plans to build her own talent agency and expand her lifestyle brand.
Kate Moss Inc: How the World’s Most Famous Supermodel Is Building a Business of Her Own
For BoF’s 4th annual BoF 500 special print edition, available for pre-order now, cover star Kate Moss speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about her plans to build her own talent agency and expand her lifestyle brand.
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Rethinking Luxury CEO Pay
CEO remuneration policies within the luxury goods sector are out of sync with today’s low-growth world, argues Luca Solca.
Rethinking Luxury CEO Pay
CEO remuneration policies within the luxury goods sector are out of sync with today’s low-growth world, argues Luca Solca.
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OAMC's New Wave Luxury
Supreme and Carhartt WIP veterans Luke Meier and Arnaud Faeh are approaching luxury menswear through the lens of contemporary culture.
OAMC's New Wave Luxury
Supreme and Carhartt WIP veterans Luke Meier and Arnaud Faeh are approaching luxury menswear through the lens of contemporary culture.
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Tom Ford Makes Comeback at Venice Festival With His Second Movie
After a seven-year hiatus, Tom Ford is back to film making with thriller 'Nocturnal Animals' premiering at the Venice Film Festival on Friday.
Tom Ford Makes Comeback at Venice Festival With His Second Movie
After a seven-year hiatus, Tom Ford is back to film making with thriller 'Nocturnal Animals' premiering at the Venice Film Festival on Friday.
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What Happened to Saint Laurent’s LA-based Team After Hedi Slimane Left?
While many of Hedi Slimane’s inner circle have secured jobs in Europe since the designer departed the Kering-owned fashion house earlier this year, others are set on making Los Angeles their home, highlighting a broader dynamic.
What Happened to Saint Laurent’s LA-based Team After Hedi Slimane Left?
While many of Hedi Slimane’s inner circle have secured jobs in Europe since the designer departed the Kering-owned fashion house earlier this year, others are set on making Los Angeles their home, highlighting a broader dynamic.
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Central Saint Martins Appoints Sarah Gresty Leader of BA Fashion
Gresty will lead the BA fashion course, whose alumni include Hussein Chalayan, John Galliano and Stella McCartney.
Central Saint Martins Appoints Sarah Gresty Leader of BA Fashion
Gresty will lead the BA fashion course, whose alumni include Hussein Chalayan, John Galliano and Stella McCartney.
Retail
Macy’s Hires Toys ‘R’ Us Executive Lennox as Marketing Chief
Macy’s Inc. hired Richard Lennox, bringing in a department-store industry newcomer to help the chain rebrand itself in a changing retail environment.
Macy’s Hires Toys ‘R’ Us Executive Lennox as Marketing Chief
Macy’s Inc. hired Richard Lennox, bringing in a department-store industry newcomer to help the chain rebrand itself in a changing retail environment.
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Anita Bitton on Casting Top Models For Alexander Wang and Marc Jacobs
BoF talks to Anita Bitton about the changing business of casting and how demand for content is driving demand for talent.
Anita Bitton on Casting Top Models For Alexander Wang and Marc Jacobs
BoF talks to Anita Bitton about the changing business of casting and how demand for content is driving demand for talent.
The News in Brief
Asics Buys Marathon Registration Platforms to Boost Running-Shoe Sales
The Japanese sportswear brand is accelerating global expansion by acquiring race-registration platforms to deepen engagement with runners.
Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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.