Money for fashion’s start-up scene hasn't dried up entirely, but investors say they are backing concepts that cater to shoppers who are hyper-aware of their finances, health and the planet.

The Saks Fifth Avenue owner's move comes amid attempts to bolster its outlet stores.

The internet has disrupted the way brands and retailers turn designs into the sort of products that fly off shelves, elevating the role of the merchandiser. Companies that encourage collaboration and intuition informed by data can stay a step ahead.

How Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen built the most successful American fashion brand of their generation.

The luxury retailer recently filed for bankruptcy protection, owing $1.6 million to Prada and millions to other Kering and LVMH labels.

Designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez have bought out private equity firm Castanea Partners with the support of private investors, installing a turnaround specialist as chief executive to revive the flagging brand’s fortunes.

The multipronged group has shaken up its ranks of managers and designers, rolled out new e-commerce platforms and become a patron of the French technology scene.

From Hermès and LVMH to H&M and Ralph Lauren, family control can be a benefit — or a liability.