Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Ssense Founders Join Sale Process for Troubled Retailer
Rami Atallah, chief executive of the embattled e-tailer, told employees on Sep. 17 that the company is set to be sold in early October, and announced a new round of layoffs.
Ssense Founders Join Sale Process for Troubled Retailer
Rami Atallah, chief executive of the embattled e-tailer, told employees on Sep. 17 that the company is set to be sold in early October, and announced a new round of layoffs.
Elevating Physical Retail Strategies to Engage Brand Communities
Partnering with GGP, BoF explores how brands are reinvesting in retail to effectively communicate value to consumers and drive growth. In the third edition of this four-part series, BoF outlines key strategies for success — from training and empowering staff to creating meaningful, personalised in-store experiences and a sense of community.
Elevating Physical Retail Strategies to Engage Brand Communities
Partnering with GGP, BoF explores how brands are reinvesting in retail to effectively communicate value to consumers and drive growth. In the third edition of this four-part series, BoF outlines key strategies for success — from training and empowering staff to creating meaningful, personalised in-store experiences and a sense of community.
Richard Dickson Has Assembled a Dream Team at Gap. Can They Deliver?
With the hiring of Reed Krakoff and John Demsey this week, and Zac Posen last year, the retailer’s top ranks are a who’s who of fashion and beauty industry talent. But boosting sales and breaking into new categories such as accessories and beauty would be a tough assignment for anyone.
Richard Dickson Has Assembled a Dream Team at Gap. Can They Deliver?
With the hiring of Reed Krakoff and John Demsey this week, and Zac Posen last year, the retailer’s top ranks are a who’s who of fashion and beauty industry talent. But boosting sales and breaking into new categories such as accessories and beauty would be a tough assignment for anyone.
From Skechers to Foot Locker: Tariff Chaos Spurs Record-High Footwear, Apparel Deals
Some companies are merging to help offset tariff costs while others go private to weather the remaining years of his presidency outside of the public market.
From Skechers to Foot Locker: Tariff Chaos Spurs Record-High Footwear, Apparel Deals
Some companies are merging to help offset tariff costs while others go private to weather the remaining years of his presidency outside of the public market.
Shein Opens Its Supply Network to Fashion Brands to Boost Growth
Other fashion brands can now tap on the fast-fashion retailer’s supply chain, which includes factories that can turn around new designs in 5-7 days, as long as they open a store on its online marketplace.
Shein Opens Its Supply Network to Fashion Brands to Boost Growth
Other fashion brands can now tap on the fast-fashion retailer’s supply chain, which includes factories that can turn around new designs in 5-7 days, as long as they open a store on its online marketplace.
Gap Taps Reed Krakoff and John Demsey to Lead Push Into Accessories and Beauty
Gap Inc. said it plans to launch beauty at Old Navy this fall in 150 stores, including some in the form of shop-in-shops. Accessories will encompass handbags, jewellery and leather goods across its portfolio. But venturing into new categories will pose a risk for a retailer still in the early innings of a turnaround.
Gap Taps Reed Krakoff and John Demsey to Lead Push Into Accessories and Beauty
Gap Inc. said it plans to launch beauty at Old Navy this fall in 150 stores, including some in the form of shop-in-shops. Accessories will encompass handbags, jewellery and leather goods across its portfolio. But venturing into new categories will pose a risk for a retailer still in the early innings of a turnaround.
Taylor Hill Launches Jewellery Brand Stone Fruit
The Victoria’s Secret Angel co-founded the collection with her sister Mackinley Hill.
Taylor Hill Launches Jewellery Brand Stone Fruit
The Victoria’s Secret Angel co-founded the collection with her sister Mackinley Hill.
Ssense Secures Approval to Continue Operating Independently
A court ruling on Friday has given the Canadian retailer a lifeline to proceed with a restructuring process, instead of being forced to sell its company to pay off debts.
Ssense Secures Approval to Continue Operating Independently
A court ruling on Friday has given the Canadian retailer a lifeline to proceed with a restructuring process, instead of being forced to sell its company to pay off debts.
Jenni Kayne Opens Its First International Pop-Up in London
The California-based brand has launched a pop-up at Selfridges, the first step in a larger global expansion strategy
Jenni Kayne Opens Its First International Pop-Up in London
The California-based brand has launched a pop-up at Selfridges, the first step in a larger global expansion strategy
Why Everyone Suddenly Wants to Sell You a Handbag
As luxury brands stumble, new entrants ranging from Alo Yoga to Nili Lotan to Old Navy are launching their first bag collections. Is there room in the market for all of them?
Why Everyone Suddenly Wants to Sell You a Handbag
As luxury brands stumble, new entrants ranging from Alo Yoga to Nili Lotan to Old Navy are launching their first bag collections. Is there room in the market for all of them?
Klarna Shares Climb 30% in Trading Debut After $1.37 Billion IPO
The company’s shares opened at $52 each in New York, above the IPO price of $40 apiece.
Klarna Shares Climb 30% in Trading Debut After $1.37 Billion IPO
The company’s shares opened at $52 each in New York, above the IPO price of $40 apiece.
The Great Fashion Reset | The Future of Multi-Brand Retail
As major luxury retailers from Saks to Ssense struggle, independent boutiques are making a comeback.
The Great Fashion Reset | The Future of Multi-Brand Retail
As major luxury retailers from Saks to Ssense struggle, independent boutiques are making a comeback.
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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.
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.
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.
EBay Is Laying Off About 800 Workers
The cuts affect roughly 6 percent of the company’s global workforce and comes a week after it said it would acquire Depop.
Steven Madden Yanked Guidance After Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
Chief executive Edward Rosenfeld told analysts the sudden change in trade policy makes it difficult to calculate the cost of tariffs in the coming months.