Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Power Moves | Macy’s, Vanity Fair Name New Fashion Directors
This week, Macy’s veteran Jennifer Johnson is promoted to director of ready-to-wear, while Vanity Fair appoints Nicole Chapoteau to fashion director.
Power Moves | Macy’s, Vanity Fair Name New Fashion Directors
This week, Macy’s veteran Jennifer Johnson is promoted to director of ready-to-wear, while Vanity Fair appoints Nicole Chapoteau to fashion director.
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The BoF Podcast: Graydon Carter Says, ‘There Is More Good Journalism Being Produced Now Than There Was 25 Years Ago’
The former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief lifts the lid on his 25-year run at the publication, what it’s like to make digital weekly newsletter Air Mail and the fate of media in a post-pandemic climate.
The BoF Podcast: Graydon Carter Says, ‘There Is More Good Journalism Being Produced Now Than There Was 25 Years Ago’
The former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief lifts the lid on his 25-year run at the publication, what it’s like to make digital weekly newsletter Air Mail and the fate of media in a post-pandemic climate.
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Fashion Media Is Addicted to Data
At many magazine publishers, data has become more important than the content itself, argues Amy Odell.
Fashion Media Is Addicted to Data
At many magazine publishers, data has become more important than the content itself, argues Amy Odell.
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Power Moves | Vanity Fair France Announces Fashion Director, Browns Makes Changes to Buying Team
This week, Vanity Fair France names Camille Bidault-Waddington as fashion director, while Browns announces several appointments within its buying department.
Power Moves | Vanity Fair France Announces Fashion Director, Browns Makes Changes to Buying Team
This week, Vanity Fair France names Camille Bidault-Waddington as fashion director, while Browns announces several appointments within its buying department.
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Derek Blasberg’s Tips For Getting Ahead in Fashion
The Missouri-native turned fashion insider and YouTube’s new head of fashion & beauty partnerships shares the secrets to his success.
Derek Blasberg’s Tips For Getting Ahead in Fashion
The Missouri-native turned fashion insider and YouTube’s new head of fashion & beauty partnerships shares the secrets to his success.
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Power Moves | Vanity Fair Names Beauty Director, Lazada Announces New CEO
This week, Vanity Fair appoints its new beauty director, while Alibaba-owned Lazada group names its new chief executive.
Power Moves | Vanity Fair Names Beauty Director, Lazada Announces New CEO
This week, Vanity Fair appoints its new beauty director, while Alibaba-owned Lazada group names its new chief executive.
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Is Vanity Fair’s Latest Cover a Louis Vuitton Ad?
"It's hard not to wonder, when you add the celebrity to the clothes to the photographer, if the cover is effectively … a Louis Vuitton ad."
Is Vanity Fair’s Latest Cover a Louis Vuitton Ad?
"It's hard not to wonder, when you add the celebrity to the clothes to the photographer, if the cover is effectively … a Louis Vuitton ad."
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Power Moves | IMG's Ivan Bart Adds Fashion Properties to Role, Theory Names Creative Director
This week, IMG Models president Ivan Bart will also oversee the global fashion events business, while Theory taps Francesco Fucci as its new creative director.
Power Moves | IMG's Ivan Bart Adds Fashion Properties to Role, Theory Names Creative Director
This week, IMG Models president Ivan Bart will also oversee the global fashion events business, while Theory taps Francesco Fucci as its new creative director.
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Redesigns Won’t Save Magazines
At a time when print-driven titles are losing the attention war to mobile phones, success will come from creating highly addictive content that shapes the conversations people are having online, not redesigns, argues Amy Odell.
Redesigns Won’t Save Magazines
At a time when print-driven titles are losing the attention war to mobile phones, success will come from creating highly addictive content that shapes the conversations people are having online, not redesigns, argues Amy Odell.
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What Vanity Fair’s Lena Waithe Cover Says About Magazines in the Digital Age
Today, making a statement that drives online engagement is more important than newsstand sales, argues Amy Odell.
What Vanity Fair’s Lena Waithe Cover Says About Magazines in the Digital Age
Today, making a statement that drives online engagement is more important than newsstand sales, argues Amy Odell.
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Power Moves | Isabelle Guichot Joins Maje, Guy Laroche’s New Artistic Director
Former Balenciaga veteran Isabelle Guichot joins Maje as chief executive, while Guy Laroche names Richard René as artistic director.
Power Moves | Isabelle Guichot Joins Maje, Guy Laroche’s New Artistic Director
Former Balenciaga veteran Isabelle Guichot joins Maje as chief executive, while Guy Laroche names Richard René as artistic director.
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Graydon Carter to Step Down as Vanity Fair Editor After 25 Years
Carter, 68, said that he was eager for a ‘third act’.
Graydon Carter to Step Down as Vanity Fair Editor After 25 Years
Carter, 68, said that he was eager for a ‘third act’.
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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.