Gap Sales Miss Expectations After Old Navy, Athleta Fall Short
The brands Gap and Banana Republic beat comparable sales estimates.
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Trump Shaves China Tariffs After ‘Amazing’ Xi Meeting
The meeting between US president Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping resulted in an agreement to de-escalate some measures but left fundamental issues unresolved.
Trump Shaves China Tariffs After ‘Amazing’ Xi Meeting
The meeting between US president Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping resulted in an agreement to de-escalate some measures but left fundamental issues unresolved.
Resale Sites Try a New Strategy: Sell Less Stuff
After competing for decades to offer the widest possible selection, secondhand retailers like ThredUp, eBay, StockX and Rebag are now trying to gain an edge by offering a more curated experience, with the help of AI and celebrities.
Resale Sites Try a New Strategy: Sell Less Stuff
After competing for decades to offer the widest possible selection, secondhand retailers like ThredUp, eBay, StockX and Rebag are now trying to gain an edge by offering a more curated experience, with the help of AI and celebrities.
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers Are Winning Gen Z’s Heart
Sales of the 76-year-old shoe brand have taken off amid a global tourism boom to Japan.
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers Are Winning Gen Z’s Heart
Sales of the 76-year-old shoe brand have taken off amid a global tourism boom to Japan.
How Small Brands Are Handling the End of De Minimis
For a number of independent brands, the end of US’ de minimis exemption is the latest complication that required sharpening operations and making tough choices about where to invest.
How Small Brands Are Handling the End of De Minimis
For a number of independent brands, the end of US’ de minimis exemption is the latest complication that required sharpening operations and making tough choices about where to invest.
How Far Can Fashion’s Accessory Obsession Go?
From necklace stacks to quirky baseball hats, consumers are embracing a more maximalist look on the margins, even as they splurge on ultra-pricey minimalist wardrobes.
How Far Can Fashion’s Accessory Obsession Go?
From necklace stacks to quirky baseball hats, consumers are embracing a more maximalist look on the margins, even as they splurge on ultra-pricey minimalist wardrobes.
Unlocking International Growth Opportunities in Fashion and Sports
BoF and Amazon Fashion & Sports gathered industry executives over breakfast in New York to examine international expansion strategies, omnichannel integration, and evolving consumer priorities in today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape.
Unlocking International Growth Opportunities in Fashion and Sports
BoF and Amazon Fashion & Sports gathered industry executives over breakfast in New York to examine international expansion strategies, omnichannel integration, and evolving consumer priorities in today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape.
Millennials’ Favourite Sock Brand Is Finally Opening a Store
After years of online growth, Bombas joins its DTC peers in testing physical retail, bringing its ‘buy one, donate one’ mission — and growing footwear lineup — to real-life shelves in New York, Austin and Boca Raton.
Millennials’ Favourite Sock Brand Is Finally Opening a Store
After years of online growth, Bombas joins its DTC peers in testing physical retail, bringing its ‘buy one, donate one’ mission — and growing footwear lineup — to real-life shelves in New York, Austin and Boca Raton.
Victoria’s Secret’s New Take on Sexy
The second iteration of its retooled fashion show felt more like the ones that came before the 2019 cancellation — but with a modern update.
Victoria’s Secret’s New Take on Sexy
The second iteration of its retooled fashion show felt more like the ones that came before the 2019 cancellation — but with a modern update.
Can a Shop Truly Be a ‘Third Place’? | The Debrief
A growing number of retailers are adding listening bars, cafés and lounges to keep shoppers lingering — but can a commercial space ever foster real community? The Debrief breaks it down with retail editor Cat Chen.
Can a Shop Truly Be a ‘Third Place’? | The Debrief
A growing number of retailers are adding listening bars, cafés and lounges to keep shoppers lingering — but can a commercial space ever foster real community? The Debrief breaks it down with retail editor Cat Chen.
Luxury Reseller Fashionphile Enters the UK
With its purchase of Luxe Collective, the California-based luxury reseller makes its first direct push into Europe — and a bid to differentiate itself from regional rivals like Vinted and Vestiaire Collective.
Luxury Reseller Fashionphile Enters the UK
With its purchase of Luxe Collective, the California-based luxury reseller makes its first direct push into Europe — and a bid to differentiate itself from regional rivals like Vinted and Vestiaire Collective.
Trump Threatens China Tariffs, Sees ‘No Reason’ to Meet Xi
Markets recoiled at the president’s comments, with the Nasdaq 100 down as much as 2.4 percent.
Trump Threatens China Tariffs, Sees ‘No Reason’ to Meet Xi
Markets recoiled at the president’s comments, with the Nasdaq 100 down as much as 2.4 percent.
Victoria’s Secret Is Desperate to Learn How to Sell Bras Again
The retailer lost its cultural cachet and the faith of investors. CEO Hillary Super has a plan to win it all back.
Victoria’s Secret Is Desperate to Learn How to Sell Bras Again
The retailer lost its cultural cachet and the faith of investors. CEO Hillary Super has a plan to win it all back.
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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.