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.
supply-chain
Retail
Explainer: What the US-China Trade War Means for Fashion
President Trump’s sky-high tariffs on China, along with the end of the de minimis tax loophole, have left American fashion businesses scrambling. BoF unpacks the challenges ahead as companies try to navigate the situation.
Explainer: What the US-China Trade War Means for Fashion
President Trump’s sky-high tariffs on China, along with the end of the de minimis tax loophole, have left American fashion businesses scrambling. BoF unpacks the challenges ahead as companies try to navigate the situation.
Retail
Trump’s Tariffs: Assessing the Impact, One Week Later
As the shock wears off, fashion businesses are starting to draw up plans to navigate a market that is still rapidly changing under their feet.
Trump’s Tariffs: Assessing the Impact, One Week Later
As the shock wears off, fashion businesses are starting to draw up plans to navigate a market that is still rapidly changing under their feet.
Luxury
Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion
The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.
Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion
The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.
Retail
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Some of the most severe import duties announced Wednesday were aimed at apparel manufacturing hubs.
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Some of the most severe import duties announced Wednesday were aimed at apparel manufacturing hubs.
Global Markets
For Canadians, Trump’s ‘51st State’ Talk Is No Joke
Tariffs and talk of territorial conquest won’t stop with America’s northern neighbour. The fashion industry should be watching how Canada pushes back, and think about how they might respond should Trump’s attention turn to them, writes Imran Amed.
For Canadians, Trump’s ‘51st State’ Talk Is No Joke
Tariffs and talk of territorial conquest won’t stop with America’s northern neighbour. The fashion industry should be watching how Canada pushes back, and think about how they might respond should Trump’s attention turn to them, writes Imran Amed.
Beauty
‘Buy Canadian’ Becomes a Beauty Rallying Cry as Trump’s Tariffs Loom
Canada’s export-driven beauty startup scene is responding to the threat of tariffs with a newfound product patriotism.
‘Buy Canadian’ Becomes a Beauty Rallying Cry as Trump’s Tariffs Loom
Canada’s export-driven beauty startup scene is responding to the threat of tariffs with a newfound product patriotism.
News & Analysis
Tariffs on Canada, Mexico to Start Tuesday, Trump Says
US President Donald Trump declared there is no chance of preventing the 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada from taking effect on Tuesday. The news sparked concerns over the potential economic impact and sent financial markets into turmoil.
Tariffs on Canada, Mexico to Start Tuesday, Trump Says
US President Donald Trump declared there is no chance of preventing the 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada from taking effect on Tuesday. The news sparked concerns over the potential economic impact and sent financial markets into turmoil.
Retail
This Week: Trump’s Tariffs Return; The Oscars; Paris Fashion Week
Fashion’s reprieve from the administration’s trade war may be over. Plus, red carpet dressing’s conservative tilt, and two runway debuts.
This Week: Trump’s Tariffs Return; The Oscars; Paris Fashion Week
Fashion’s reprieve from the administration’s trade war may be over. Plus, red carpet dressing’s conservative tilt, and two runway debuts.
Partner Content
At Milano Unica, 20 Years of Shaping Sustainable Sourcing and Global Trade
To help fashion brands and businesses meet growing demand for more resilient and sustainable sourcing solutions amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, Milano Unica, Italy’s bi-annual textile and accessories trade fair, is evolving its focus and programming. BoF learns more from Simone Canclini, president of Milano Unica.
At Milano Unica, 20 Years of Shaping Sustainable Sourcing and Global Trade
To help fashion brands and businesses meet growing demand for more resilient and sustainable sourcing solutions amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, Milano Unica, Italy’s bi-annual textile and accessories trade fair, is evolving its focus and programming. BoF learns more from Simone Canclini, president of Milano Unica.
Partner Content
The Evolution of Global Textile Sourcing in 2025
Ahead of Texworld NYC next week, the biannual trade event which sees global textile suppliers and manufacturers meet with buyers from across the fashion industry, BoF examines the key themes which the fair’s programming forecasts will shape 2025’s textile sourcing.
The Evolution of Global Textile Sourcing in 2025
Ahead of Texworld NYC next week, the biannual trade event which sees global textile suppliers and manufacturers meet with buyers from across the fashion industry, BoF examines the key themes which the fair’s programming forecasts will shape 2025’s textile sourcing.
Luxury
Inside Luxury’s Broken Audit System
LVMH-owned Dior missed glaring problems during an assessment of working and safety conditions in its production arm in Italy last year, according to a review of unpublished court documents.
Inside Luxury’s Broken Audit System
LVMH-owned Dior missed glaring problems during an assessment of working and safety conditions in its production arm in Italy last year, according to a review of unpublished court documents.
Partner Content
Creating a Dialogue With Consumers Through Connected Products
Michele Casucci, founder and GM of Certilogo, gathered global executives from the fashion and luxury sectors onsite at BoF VOICES 2024 to discuss how digital product passport technology can support brands in building a dialogue with consumers.
Creating a Dialogue With Consumers Through Connected Products
Michele Casucci, founder and GM of Certilogo, gathered global executives from the fashion and luxury sectors onsite at BoF VOICES 2024 to discuss how digital product passport technology can support brands in building a dialogue with consumers.
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.