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.
publishing
News & Analysis
Why South Korea Is the Home of Counterfeit Culture
The inability to buy hyped streetwear brands in South Korea has fuelled one of the world's most sophisticated markets for counterfeit goods, according to a new documentary from Highsnobiety.
Why South Korea Is the Home of Counterfeit Culture
The inability to buy hyped streetwear brands in South Korea has fuelled one of the world's most sophisticated markets for counterfeit goods, according to a new documentary from Highsnobiety.
China
Sale of Next Digital Titles Sparks Concern Over Hong Kong Media Landscape
Next Digital's plans to sell five magazines raises concerns at a time when some believe the former British colony's press freedom has deteriorated.
Sale of Next Digital Titles Sparks Concern Over Hong Kong Media Landscape
Next Digital's plans to sell five magazines raises concerns at a time when some believe the former British colony's press freedom has deteriorated.
News & Analysis
Lucinda Chambers, Vestoj and Condé Nast: What Happened?
Beyond the gossipy headlines, there’s more to the story of former British Vogue fashion director Lucinda Chambers’ interview with niche fashion journal Vestoj.
Lucinda Chambers, Vestoj and Condé Nast: What Happened?
Beyond the gossipy headlines, there’s more to the story of former British Vogue fashion director Lucinda Chambers’ interview with niche fashion journal Vestoj.
News & Analysis
Fashion’s Full Disclosure — or Not
"Fashion houses often underwrite the cost of trips for top customers and critics... On one level, such sponsorship makes the coverage possible. But
Fashion’s Full Disclosure — or Not
"Fashion houses often underwrite the cost of trips for top customers and critics... On one level, such sponsorship makes the coverage possible. But
News & Analysis
News Bites | Buro 24/7 Partners with System, ES Magazine's Tribute to London
In today's News Bites, Buro 24/7 has acquired a majority stake in fashion magazine System, while ES magazine has commissioned artists including Wolfgang Tillmans and Ai Weiwei to create covers for its new issue.
News Bites | Buro 24/7 Partners with System, ES Magazine's Tribute to London
In today's News Bites, Buro 24/7 has acquired a majority stake in fashion magazine System, while ES magazine has commissioned artists including Wolfgang Tillmans and Ai Weiwei to create covers for its new issue.
Financial Markets
News Bites | Chaos to Launch Magazine, Zanzan Lands Investment
In today’s News Bites, Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall are set to launch a magazine, while sunglasses brand Zanzan receives investment from Eiesha Bharti Pasricha.
News Bites | Chaos to Launch Magazine, Zanzan Lands Investment
In today’s News Bites, Charlotte Stockdale and Katie Lyall are set to launch a magazine, while sunglasses brand Zanzan receives investment from Eiesha Bharti Pasricha.
Global Markets
BoF Exclusive | Condé Nast to Launch Vogue Poland
The Polish edition of Vogue will debut next year with the aim of generating ad revenue from brands tapping the country's $584 million luxury goods market.
BoF Exclusive | Condé Nast to Launch Vogue Poland
The Polish edition of Vogue will debut next year with the aim of generating ad revenue from brands tapping the country's $584 million luxury goods market.
News & Analysis
Inside The Costly Fashion Faux Pas That Was Ill-Fated Style.com
"Fashion insiders have slammed Style.com as ' Anna Wintour 's greatest failure.'"
Inside The Costly Fashion Faux Pas That Was Ill-Fated Style.com
"Fashion insiders have slammed Style.com as ' Anna Wintour 's greatest failure.'"
Luxury
Should Condé Nast Sell Itself?
With the demise of Style.com, the media giant has proven unable to tap the ‘tipping point’ in e-commerce. Now the same digital tsunami is coming for its core.
Should Condé Nast Sell Itself?
With the demise of Style.com, the media giant has proven unable to tap the ‘tipping point’ in e-commerce. Now the same digital tsunami is coming for its core.
Beauty
News Bites | Modern Dazed Acquires Nowness Stake, Kérastase On-Demand, Elie Top Online
In today's News Bites, a new joint venture between Modern Media and Dazed Media acquires a majority stake in Nowness, Elie Top unveils an innovative new digital platform, and Kérastase taps the experience economy.
News Bites | Modern Dazed Acquires Nowness Stake, Kérastase On-Demand, Elie Top Online
In today's News Bites, a new joint venture between Modern Media and Dazed Media acquires a majority stake in Nowness, Elie Top unveils an innovative new digital platform, and Kérastase taps the experience economy.
Marketing
Time Inc. to Sell Some Assets Amid Push to Move Beyond Magazines
The struggling publisher is selling some magazine titles as it tries to push ahead with an online strategy and move past months of talks about selling the entire company.
Time Inc. to Sell Some Assets Amid Push to Move Beyond Magazines
The struggling publisher is selling some magazine titles as it tries to push ahead with an online strategy and move past months of talks about selling the entire company.
News & Analysis
News Bites | Elle US Hires First Female Creative Director, Issa Acquired by House of Fraser
In today's News Bites, Ruba Abu-Nimah joins Elle as creative director, while House of Fraser announces plans to revive British label Issa.
News Bites | Elle US Hires First Female Creative Director, Issa Acquired by House of Fraser
In today's News Bites, Ruba Abu-Nimah joins Elle as creative director, while House of Fraser announces plans to revive British label Issa.
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.