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Decoding Fashion and Retail Priorities With BoF and Shopify

Executives and technology leaders from luxury and fashion brands including Kering, Hermès, Gucci, Fendi, Nordstrom, Tapestry, Savage x Fenty, Versace and Value Retail, among others, joined BoF and Shopify for dinner in New York City.

Decoding Fashion and Retail Priorities With BoF and Shopify

Executives and technology leaders from luxury and fashion brands including Kering, Hermès, Gucci, Fendi, Nordstrom, Tapestry, Savage x Fenty, Versace and Value Retail, among others, joined BoF and Shopify for dinner in New York City.


De Minimis’: The Trade Perk Trump May End as China Tensions Rise, Explained

President Trump is considering changes to the US “de minimis” exemption on import tariffs, which has become controversial due to its role in trade imbalances and the rapid growth of Chinese e-commerce platforms.

De Minimis’: The Trade Perk Trump May End as China Tensions Rise, Explained

President Trump is considering changes to the US “de minimis” exemption on import tariffs, which has become controversial due to its role in trade imbalances and the rapid growth of Chinese e-commerce platforms.


TikTok’s Rivals Are Coming for Its E-Commerce Business

The platform turned viral content into a major revenue driver. With a ban on the horizon, platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and WhatNot are hoping to replicate TikTok’s blend of shopping and entertainment.

TikTok’s Rivals Are Coming for Its E-Commerce Business

The platform turned viral content into a major revenue driver. With a ban on the horizon, platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and WhatNot are hoping to replicate TikTok’s blend of shopping and entertainment.


The Best of BoF 2024: Fashion Adapts to a Tough Reality

Facing depressed consumer sentiment and a slew of other macroeconomic headwinds this year, the industry was forced to revisit a timeless retail playbook: compelling product, prudent spending and a revival of brick and mortar.

The Best of BoF 2024: Fashion Adapts to a Tough Reality

Facing depressed consumer sentiment and a slew of other macroeconomic headwinds this year, the industry was forced to revisit a timeless retail playbook: compelling product, prudent spending and a revival of brick and mortar.


Will Shein’s IPO Make it in 2025?

The ultra-fast-fashion giant could be the biggest listing in London for years, but controversies around the company’s business practices and links to China are dragging on the process.

Will Shein’s IPO Make it in 2025?

The ultra-fast-fashion giant could be the biggest listing in London for years, but controversies around the company’s business practices and links to China are dragging on the process.


How Independent Brands Can Thrive in a Fashion World Ruled by Giants | The BoF Podcast

At BoF VOICES 2024, 1 Granary founder Olya Kuryshchuk hosted a panel on independent fashion with designer Roksanda Ilincic, consultant Bohan Qiu, and Antwerp Royal Academy director Brandon Wen.

How Independent Brands Can Thrive in a Fashion World Ruled by Giants | The BoF Podcast

At BoF VOICES 2024, 1 Granary founder Olya Kuryshchuk hosted a panel on independent fashion with designer Roksanda Ilincic, consultant Bohan Qiu, and Antwerp Royal Academy director Brandon Wen.


J.Crew: How to Build an ‘Ageless’ Brand

As the four-decade-old American retailer projects record sales this year, CEO Libby Wadle unpacks how she and her design team were able to win back alienated customers for the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025.

J.Crew: How to Build an ‘Ageless’ Brand

As the four-decade-old American retailer projects record sales this year, CEO Libby Wadle unpacks how she and her design team were able to win back alienated customers for the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025.


Lord & Taylor Will Relaunch as an Online Off-Price Retailer

Under anonymous new owners, the iconic department store has a new identity as a discount luxury e-commerce site and a licensed brand name to be distributed in department stores.

Lord & Taylor Will Relaunch as an Online Off-Price Retailer

Under anonymous new owners, the iconic department store has a new identity as a discount luxury e-commerce site and a licensed brand name to be distributed in department stores.


Ralph Lauren: Selling a Dream at Every Price

The American brand is seeing rising sales even as consumers rebel against high prices. For the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025, CEO Patrice Louvet spoke about how pricing and merchandising strategies have set up the company for success in uncertain times.

Ralph Lauren: Selling a Dream at Every Price

The American brand is seeing rising sales even as consumers rebel against high prices. For the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2025, CEO Patrice Louvet spoke about how pricing and merchandising strategies have set up the company for success in uncertain times.


Black Friday Sales: A Solid Holiday Kickoff, With Warning Signs for Retailers

Early promotions and consumer resistance to a rise in prices contributed to healthy sales growth over the holiday weekend. But consumers' growing expectations for discounts could spell trouble next year.

Black Friday Sales: A Solid Holiday Kickoff, With Warning Signs for Retailers

Early promotions and consumer resistance to a rise in prices contributed to healthy sales growth over the holiday weekend. But consumers' growing expectations for discounts could spell trouble next year.


This Week: On Black Friday, It’s Shein and Temu Versus the World

Spending has been sluggish, but retailers have a chance to make up for lost time in a compressed holiday season - if they can find an answer to their online competition.

This Week: On Black Friday, It’s Shein and Temu Versus the World

Spending has been sluggish, but retailers have a chance to make up for lost time in a compressed holiday season - if they can find an answer to their online competition.


Mytheresa Reports Sales, Profit Growth in Latest Quarter

The German e-tailer’s consistent financial performance puts it in a solid position as it awaits regulatory approval of its merger with Yoox-Net-a-Porter.

Mytheresa Reports Sales, Profit Growth in Latest Quarter

The German e-tailer’s consistent financial performance puts it in a solid position as it awaits regulatory approval of its merger with Yoox-Net-a-Porter.