Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
Retail
Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.
Why the Fashion Industry (Mostly) Hates a Weak Dollar
The greenback’s slide this year is reducing the purchasing power of American consumers, depressing tourism and complicating supply chains already rocked by tariffs. Brands say the overall impact can top 5 percent of sales.
Why the Fashion Industry (Mostly) Hates a Weak Dollar
The greenback’s slide this year is reducing the purchasing power of American consumers, depressing tourism and complicating supply chains already rocked by tariffs. Brands say the overall impact can top 5 percent of sales.
Inditex Takes On the Activewear Market
Oysho, the Zara-owner's women's sportswear label, is growing across Europe with its free workout classes and value-led, fashion-focused offering.
Inditex Takes On the Activewear Market
Oysho, the Zara-owner's women's sportswear label, is growing across Europe with its free workout classes and value-led, fashion-focused offering.
Inside Build in Amsterdam’s Approach to Multi-Channel Brand Building
The branding and e-commerce agency combines design, storytelling and Shopify technology to create seamless online experiences that echo the intimacy of in-store shopping.
Inside Build in Amsterdam’s Approach to Multi-Channel Brand Building
The branding and e-commerce agency combines design, storytelling and Shopify technology to create seamless online experiences that echo the intimacy of in-store shopping.
Four Years Later, Gap Returns to London
After shuttering all its UK locations in 2021, Gap is making its return to brick-and-mortar retail in the country with a new store in the British capital.
Four Years Later, Gap Returns to London
After shuttering all its UK locations in 2021, Gap is making its return to brick-and-mortar retail in the country with a new store in the British capital.
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
A Trump Supreme Court Tariff Defeat Would Add to Trade Uncertainty
Experts anticipate that Trump will shift to other trade tactics as his tariff’s are met with tough scrutiny in US Supreme Court oral arguments.
Ear-Piercing Studios Look to Fill a Claire’s-Sized Hole in the Market
With Claire’s in bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores, there’s a void in the market that startups and a growing number of independent studios hope to fill. They’re turning what used to be a fast and casual procedure into one that prioritises health, hygiene and comfort.
Ear-Piercing Studios Look to Fill a Claire’s-Sized Hole in the Market
With Claire’s in bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores, there’s a void in the market that startups and a growing number of independent studios hope to fill. They’re turning what used to be a fast and casual procedure into one that prioritises health, hygiene and comfort.
Inside Shein’s Fast-Fashion Fight in France
The online fashion giant is facing strong opposition in France from lawmakers, retailers and regulators who criticise its low-cost model and alleged unfair advantages.
Inside Shein’s Fast-Fashion Fight in France
The online fashion giant is facing strong opposition in France from lawmakers, retailers and regulators who criticise its low-cost model and alleged unfair advantages.
Scandi-Cool Bedding Brand Tekla Looks to Redefine ‘Homewear’
As it debuts its first international store in London and broadens its apparel offerings, the Danish brand is taking its first step towards a retail-led expansion geared towards becoming a home-lifestyle label.
Scandi-Cool Bedding Brand Tekla Looks to Redefine ‘Homewear’
As it debuts its first international store in London and broadens its apparel offerings, the Danish brand is taking its first step towards a retail-led expansion geared towards becoming a home-lifestyle label.
What Tariffs? Europe Inc. Adapts as Many Firms Post Gains in US
Companies from luxury players to Unilever are navigating tariffs better than anticipated.
What Tariffs? Europe Inc. Adapts as Many Firms Post Gains in US
Companies from luxury players to Unilever are navigating tariffs better than anticipated.
This Week: Retail Earnings, Fashion Awards and the NYC Marathon
A grab-bag edition covering everything from Ralph Lauren to the Latin American Fashion Awards and the world’s biggest running event.
This Week: Retail Earnings, Fashion Awards and the NYC Marathon
A grab-bag edition covering everything from Ralph Lauren to the Latin American Fashion Awards and the world’s biggest running event.
How Mining the Archives Became Fashion’s Go-To Strategy
Brands such as Mulberry and Banana Republic are reissuing vintage pieces – or even selling the originals – as they look to tap into consumers’ nostalgia.
How Mining the Archives Became Fashion’s Go-To Strategy
Brands such as Mulberry and Banana Republic are reissuing vintage pieces – or even selling the originals – as they look to tap into consumers’ nostalgia.
Khalifa Bin Braik on Dubai’s Transformation and the MENA Retail Playbook | The BoF Podcast
Majid Al Futtaim executive Khalifa Bin Braik joins Imran Amed to unpack Dubai’s transformation, the ‘third place’ mall of the future, and what global brands get wrong about the GCC.
Khalifa Bin Braik on Dubai’s Transformation and the MENA Retail Playbook | The BoF Podcast
Majid Al Futtaim executive Khalifa Bin Braik joins Imran Amed to unpack Dubai’s transformation, the ‘third place’ mall of the future, and what global brands get wrong about the GCC.
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.
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.