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Fashion’s New Outlook on 2020
Six takeaways from Paris Fashion Week, where everything from the coronavirus to end-times fashion changed the conversation we'll be having for the rest of the year.
Fashion’s New Outlook on 2020
Six takeaways from Paris Fashion Week, where everything from the coronavirus to end-times fashion changed the conversation we'll be having for the rest of the year.
Retail
Plus-Sized Retailer Avenue to Close All 222 Stores
Like many retailers in the plus-sized market, Avenue has been under pressure as rivals such as Amazon and Target encroach on the space.
Plus-Sized Retailer Avenue to Close All 222 Stores
Like many retailers in the plus-sized market, Avenue has been under pressure as rivals such as Amazon and Target encroach on the space.
Retail
N Brown Revenue Falls as It Shifts to Online Sales
The owner of Simply Be and Jacamo reported a rise in clothes sold online amid its digital push. It closed its last 20 stores in August.
N Brown Revenue Falls as It Shifts to Online Sales
The owner of Simply Be and Jacamo reported a rise in clothes sold online amid its digital push. It closed its last 20 stores in August.
News & Analysis
Unraveling the Plus-Size Problem
While body positive marketing is more visible than ever, trendy options for plus-size consumers across categories and price points are still rare. What’s holding fashion back?
Unraveling the Plus-Size Problem
While body positive marketing is more visible than ever, trendy options for plus-size consumers across categories and price points are still rare. What’s holding fashion back?
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Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week's New Look
This week, everyone will be talking about who's showing — and who isn't — at New York Fashion Week, how runway models are treated and the push for size inclusivity. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
New York Fashion Week's New Look
This week, everyone will be talking about who's showing — and who isn't — at New York Fashion Week, how runway models are treated and the push for size inclusivity. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Retail
Social Goods | Black Women Dominate September Covers, Retailers Abandon Sweatshop Safety Scheme
This week, a glut of big name magazines have chosen black women to front their September issues, while a German retailers' alliance formed to improve working conditions in Asian factories is crumbling.
Social Goods | Black Women Dominate September Covers, Retailers Abandon Sweatshop Safety Scheme
This week, a glut of big name magazines have chosen black women to front their September issues, while a German retailers' alliance formed to improve working conditions in Asian factories is crumbling.
News & Analysis
Will Fashion's Body Diversity Movement Ever Go Global?
"Establishment European fashion has not acknowledged that women who wear above a size four even exist. When will this change?"
Will Fashion's Body Diversity Movement Ever Go Global?
"Establishment European fashion has not acknowledged that women who wear above a size four even exist. When will this change?"
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Why the Plus-Size Revolution Will Fail
Disturbing as it might sound, fashion and inclusivity are incompatible, argues Liroy Choufan.
Op-Ed | Why the Plus-Size Revolution Will Fail
Disturbing as it might sound, fashion and inclusivity are incompatible, argues Liroy Choufan.
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Sustainability
Social Goods | ASOS Praised For Disabled-Friendly Clothes, Feminist Apparel Chief Executive Admits Sexual Abuse
This week, ASOS designs clothes with disabled customers in mind, while Feminist Apparel chief executive fires his staff after admitting to sexual misconduct.
Social Goods | ASOS Praised For Disabled-Friendly Clothes, Feminist Apparel Chief Executive Admits Sexual Abuse
This week, ASOS designs clothes with disabled customers in mind, while Feminist Apparel chief executive fires his staff after admitting to sexual misconduct.
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Social Goods | Gap and H&M Factory Workers Face Daily Abuse, Fur Opposition in China
This week, a new report claims fast-fashion deadlines create a climate of harassment and violence in Asian factories, while top fashion industry representatives in Shanghai are committing to going fur-free.
Social Goods | Gap and H&M Factory Workers Face Daily Abuse, Fur Opposition in China
This week, a new report claims fast-fashion deadlines create a climate of harassment and violence in Asian factories, while top fashion industry representatives in Shanghai are committing to going fur-free.
News & Analysis
How to Make Your Brand Size Inclusive
Expanding a brand into high double-digit sizes comes with challenges. BoF looks at how to overcome the hurdles.
How to Make Your Brand Size Inclusive
Expanding a brand into high double-digit sizes comes with challenges. BoF looks at how to overcome the hurdles.
Sustainability
Social Goods | H&M's Graffiti Lawsuit Scandal, Fur Trade in China Powers Ahead
This week, H&M is under fire for issuing a lawsuit against street artist, while fur in China thrives despite the likes of Versace going fur-free.
Social Goods | H&M's Graffiti Lawsuit Scandal, Fur Trade in China Powers Ahead
This week, H&M is under fire for issuing a lawsuit against street artist, while fur in China thrives despite the likes of Versace going fur-free.
The News in Brief
De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.