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Weakened Demand at Stores Signals More Trouble for Garment Suppliers

6 July 2020 • By Reuters

6 July 2020 • By Reuters

With retailers looking to sell old inventory and seasonless basics, new orders for factories in garment hubs like Bangladesh are down by as much as 45 percent compared to last year.

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Weakened Demand at Stores Signals More Trouble for Garment Suppliers

With retailers looking to sell old inventory and seasonless basics, new orders for factories in garment hubs like Bangladesh are down by as much as 45 percent compared to last year.

Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO

18 June 2020 • By Aminah Khan

This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.

Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO

This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.

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As Lockdowns Ease, Luxury Sees Record Valuation

4 June 2020 • By Pierre Mallevays

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As Lockdowns Ease, Luxury Sees Record Valuation

Growth prospects for 2020 remain subdued, but investors are looking beyond the current crisis.

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Ralph Lauren Posts Worse-Than-Expected Quarterly Loss

27 May 2020 • By Reuters

27 May 2020 • By Reuters

The American luxury brand has been hit hard by the economic fallout of Covid-19, with net revenue declining 15.4 percent to $1.27 billion in the fourth quarter.

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Ralph Lauren Posts Worse-Than-Expected Quarterly Loss

The American luxury brand has been hit hard by the economic fallout of Covid-19, with net revenue declining 15.4 percent to $1.27 billion in the fourth quarter.

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Where Should Fashion Brands Manufacture Now?

30 April 2020 • By Casey Hall

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Where Should Fashion Brands Manufacture Now?

As the global economy faces a pandemic that respects no borders, smart fashion businesses are re-examining China’s place in their supply chain. Six sourcing experts weigh in on the debate.

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Industry Sees Hope in China, as Coronavirus Takes Toll in the West

6 April 2020 • By Pierre Mallevays

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Industry Sees Hope in China, as Coronavirus Takes Toll in the West

Coronavirus is spreading across the world with signs of recovery in Asia offset by growing pandemonium in Europe and the United States.

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Retailers, Pressured to Shutter Stores, Face a Moral Dilemma

17 March 2020 • By Sarah Kent

17 March 2020 • By Sarah Kent

Consumer backlash against big brands that continue to operate their stores is mounting as efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic increase. But some critics are asking them to go one step further and halt e-commerce as well.

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Retailers, Pressured to Shutter Stores, Face a Moral Dilemma

Consumer backlash against big brands that continue to operate their stores is mounting as efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic increase. But some critics are asking them to go one step further and halt e-commerce as well.

Fashion on Lockdown: What's Closed, What's Cancelled

15 March 2020 • By BoF Team

15 March 2020 • By BoF Team

BoF is keeping tabs on the cancellations and closures sweeping the industry as brands, retailers and event producers grapple with how to manage the Covid-19 pandemic.

Fashion on Lockdown: What's Closed, What's Cancelled

BoF is keeping tabs on the cancellations and closures sweeping the industry as brands, retailers and event producers grapple with how to manage the Covid-19 pandemic.

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How to Navigate the Coronavirus Crisis

13 March 2020 • By BoF Team

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How to Navigate the Coronavirus Crisis

What does all this social and financial turmoil mean for fashion? BoF is here to guide you through the latest developments, deliver analysis you won't find anywhere else and share the human stories from our community.

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Coronavirus Casts a Shadow on Luxury’s Cruise Show Plans

6 March 2020 • By Zoe Suen

6 March 2020 • By Zoe Suen

As the likes of Gucci and Versace cancel events, the outbreak is surfacing urgent questions about fashion’s ways of working.

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Coronavirus Casts a Shadow on Luxury’s Cruise Show Plans

As the likes of Gucci and Versace cancel events, the outbreak is surfacing urgent questions about fashion’s ways of working.