Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Chris Moore, Runway Photographer
Chris Moore, runway photographer and founder of Catwalking.com, says that running a photography business "requires a strong team of people and a clear idea of what picture editors need."
Role Call | Chris Moore, Runway Photographer
Chris Moore, runway photographer and founder of Catwalking.com, says that running a photography business "requires a strong team of people and a clear idea of what picture editors need."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Justine Picardie, Editor-in-Chief
Justine Picardie, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar and Town & Country, says "You need to discover your own true voice, rather than trying to copy anyone else’s."
Role Call | Justine Picardie, Editor-in-Chief
Justine Picardie, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar and Town & Country, says "You need to discover your own true voice, rather than trying to copy anyone else’s."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Lucy Sumner, Head of Entertainment
Lucy Sumner, head of entertainment at Alldayeveryday, says that projects evolve so much in the making, but remember the central idea that inspired you in the first place.
Role Call | Lucy Sumner, Head of Entertainment
Lucy Sumner, head of entertainment at Alldayeveryday, says that projects evolve so much in the making, but remember the central idea that inspired you in the first place.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Carlos Alvarado, Lead Merchant for Men's Grooming
Carlos Alvarado, lead merchant of men's grooming at Birchbox, says "No problem or question is too small, but it's important to come to the table with a proposed solution."
Role Call | Carlos Alvarado, Lead Merchant for Men's Grooming
Carlos Alvarado, lead merchant of men's grooming at Birchbox, says "No problem or question is too small, but it's important to come to the table with a proposed solution."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Role Call | Douglas Hand, Fashion Lawyer
Douglas Hand, fashion lawyer and founding partner at HBA, says "Understanding the industry helps you contextualise legal issues and reach the best result for your client."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Diana Chu, Art Director
Diana Chu, art director of Lands' End, says that personal projects are integral to your work-life balance, because they keep you focused.
Role Call | Diana Chu, Art Director
Diana Chu, art director of Lands' End, says that personal projects are integral to your work-life balance, because they keep you focused.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | John Gallagher, Fit Model
John Gallagher, fit model and consultant, says you can’t control everything in your career, but you can control how prepared you are for what’s next.
Role Call | John Gallagher, Fit Model
John Gallagher, fit model and consultant, says you can’t control everything in your career, but you can control how prepared you are for what’s next.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Kristine Keller, Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships
Kristine Keller, senior manager of strategic partnerships at the CFDA, says "Seek advice and mentorship from those that you respect or want to work for. I’ve learned that one introduction can be life-changing."
Role Call | Kristine Keller, Senior Manager of Strategic Partnerships
Kristine Keller, senior manager of strategic partnerships at the CFDA, says "Seek advice and mentorship from those that you respect or want to work for. I’ve learned that one introduction can be life-changing."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Nicolas Pickaerts, E-Commerce Director
Nicolas Pickaerts, e-commerce director at MatchesFashion.com, says "Pace and innovation is key in making a difference among the competition. You can only progress if you look at how to improve what you do."
Role Call | Nicolas Pickaerts, E-Commerce Director
Nicolas Pickaerts, e-commerce director at MatchesFashion.com, says "Pace and innovation is key in making a difference among the competition. You can only progress if you look at how to improve what you do."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Valerie Steele, Director and Chief Curator
Valerie Steele, director and chief curator of The Museum at FIT, says "Putting on museum exhibitions is like making a film — it requires many people with different talents."
Role Call | Valerie Steele, Director and Chief Curator
Valerie Steele, director and chief curator of The Museum at FIT, says "Putting on museum exhibitions is like making a film — it requires many people with different talents."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Dana Mauriello, Director of Seller Category Growth
Dana Mauriello, director of seller category growth at Etsy, says, "You should be able to look at a string of bad metrics and see the potential red flags."
Role Call | Dana Mauriello, Director of Seller Category Growth
Dana Mauriello, director of seller category growth at Etsy, says, "You should be able to look at a string of bad metrics and see the potential red flags."
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Melissa O'Malley, Global Merchant Director
Melissa O'Malley, director of global merchant and cross-border trade initiatives, says "Be willing to take on roles in unproven territory. My last three jobs didn’t exist before I came along."
Role Call | Melissa O'Malley, Global Merchant Director
Melissa O'Malley, director of global merchant and cross-border trade initiatives, says "Be willing to take on roles in unproven territory. My last three jobs didn’t exist before I came along."
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.