Sandra Stangl Is Exiting Banana Republic
Despite a brief uptick in sales, up 24 percent between 2021 and 2022, the brand’s growth has stalled.
Sander Lak
Could the Pandemic Make Retail Better?
The Covid-19 crisis has crushed fashion retailers, but the pressure could prove a catalyst for change that ultimately makes the sector stronger.
As Sies Marjan Closes, What Is to Blame? The Pandemic or the Fashion System?
The five-year old label, backed by billionaire Nancy Marks, is shutting its doors due to the ramifications of Covid-19. But independent fashion brands were hurting long before the lockdowns.
The Verdict on New York Fashion Week
The sparse schedule was crushing, as was the lack of new ideas. But if America’s premier fashion showcase has indeed hit bottom, there’s nothing to do but evolve and nowhere to go but up.
What Comes After Barneys and Opening Ceremony?
In New York, designers reckon with how and where to sell their wares.
The Return of New York Fashion Week
This season, there were no extraordinary clothes to speak of. But there was excitement.
Sunday Sermon at New York Fashion Week
Tory Burch and Pyer Moss book-ended the day in Brooklyn. Plus, Laquan Smith and Sies Marjan back in Manhattan from day three of the New York shows.
A New Generation of Americans in Paris
Emily Bode, Sander Lak and Spencer Phipps are among the handful of American designers showing in Paris this month. One way or another, they arrive on the Paris catwalk garlanded with expectation, Tim Blanks writes.
Chanel's Past and Future Will Be On Full Display In Paris This Week
This week everyone will be talking about Chanel's memorial to Karl Lagerfeld and its annual financial results, New York designers at Paris Fashion Week and protests in Hong Kong. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Tom Ford’s CFDA Post Means for American Fashion
After a three-year search, the organisation has found a successor for Diane von Furstenberg.
In New York, the End of Myths
Fashion is myth-making. You don’t need that coat or that bag, but the best in the business make you believe you do.
In New York, Fashion That’s Deeper Than Instagram
Colour and maximalism can be scroll-stopping on social media, but precious few designers can marry bright and shiny with emotional depth.
Proenza Schouler and the Investment Paradox
Young designers are encouraged to raise money to help fuel growth. But finding the right backer isn’t so easy.
Company Snapshot
He has won over key international stockists and garnered industry attention for his colourful and uplifting collections.
The News in Brief
Susanna Lau Joins System Magazine as Digital Editorial Director
The move comes as System owner Mike Obenson aims to turn what began as a bi-annual print title into a global media brand with a stronger digital offering.
Cascale Appoints New CEO
Former Under Armour COO Colin Browne has been appointed to lead the industry organisation formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition.
Estée Lauder Tempers Sales View Despite US, China Recovery
The company also beat Wall Street targets for third-quarter results, hinting at a recovery in demand for beauty and cosmetic products in the US after a long bout of inflation.
Mulberry’s Full-Year Sales Fall 4%
The British brand’s share price, which has fallen by almost 60 percent this year, declined by a further 4.5 percent in early trading on Wednesday
Report: Space NK Owners Hired Bankers to Explore Sale
Manzanita Capital has selected the investment bank Raymond James to conduct a sale of the premium British beauty retailer, per Sky News.
Next Sales Rise as Inflation Pressures Ease, Maintains Forecast
The British fashion and homewares company said Wednesday that full price sales climbed 5.7 percent in the first quarter, which was slightly ahead of an expected 5 percent rise.
Rabanne Owner Puig, Shareholders Raise €2.6 Billion in IPO
The listing drew orders for multiple times the number of shares available and is contributing to a broad resurgence of European initial public offerings.