Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
consumers
Luxury
Will the Luxury Party Last?
Top luxury brands delivered strong first half results, propelled by a buoyant US market, a return to European travel and a cheap euro, but risks remain, writes Pierre Mallevays.
Will the Luxury Party Last?
Top luxury brands delivered strong first half results, propelled by a buoyant US market, a return to European travel and a cheap euro, but risks remain, writes Pierre Mallevays.
Luxury
Rethinking Luxury’s Relationship With Black Consumers
Black Americans have long been avid buyers of high-end goods. Now their expectations are shifting, with important implications for brands.
Rethinking Luxury’s Relationship With Black Consumers
Black Americans have long been avid buyers of high-end goods. Now their expectations are shifting, with important implications for brands.
Sports
What Happens After Sneaker Resale Prices Peak?
The value of hyped shoes on the aftermarket has fallen in recent months, raising questions about whether it’s a momentary stumble or a sign that the category is losing steam.
What Happens After Sneaker Resale Prices Peak?
The value of hyped shoes on the aftermarket has fallen in recent months, raising questions about whether it’s a momentary stumble or a sign that the category is losing steam.
Beauty
How Mielle Organics Is Rewriting the Playbook for Black Hair Brands
Monique Rodriguez is one of a small number of Black women to secure a seven-figure investment for her business. The next challenge: scale while staying Black-owned.
How Mielle Organics Is Rewriting the Playbook for Black Hair Brands
Monique Rodriguez is one of a small number of Black women to secure a seven-figure investment for her business. The next challenge: scale while staying Black-owned.
Retail
The New Rules of Off-Price Retail
Downturns typically mean a boom for discount retailers. But a glut of unsold merchandise and a surging resale sector are creating new pressures in the market.
The New Rules of Off-Price Retail
Downturns typically mean a boom for discount retailers. But a glut of unsold merchandise and a surging resale sector are creating new pressures in the market.
Technology
Ommy Akhe on How Augmented Reality Could Transform Fashion
The creative technologist believes that experimenting with new AR technologies could radically reshape products, experiences and habits.
Ommy Akhe on How Augmented Reality Could Transform Fashion
The creative technologist believes that experimenting with new AR technologies could radically reshape products, experiences and habits.
Retail
The J.Crew Comeback Starts Now
With its new menswear collection under creative director Brendon Babenzien, the retailer has its best shot in years at returning to the fashion zeitgeist.
The J.Crew Comeback Starts Now
With its new menswear collection under creative director Brendon Babenzien, the retailer has its best shot in years at returning to the fashion zeitgeist.
Sustainability
Will a Recession Stunt Sustainable Fashion?
The last major downturn in 2008 was a huge setback for an emerging movement. But this time, shifts in both consumer and business culture mean things are likely to be different.
Will a Recession Stunt Sustainable Fashion?
The last major downturn in 2008 was a huge setback for an emerging movement. But this time, shifts in both consumer and business culture mean things are likely to be different.
Technology
Fashion Should Pay Attention to Instagram’s Content Troubles
Users are complaining about ads and suggested posts as TikTok draws ever more users, threatening Instagram’s fashion supremacy.
Fashion Should Pay Attention to Instagram’s Content Troubles
Users are complaining about ads and suggested posts as TikTok draws ever more users, threatening Instagram’s fashion supremacy.
Retail
Why Fashion’s Inventory Problem Is Back (And How to Solve It)
A combination of shipping delays and misjudging consumer demand has caused stockpiles to come roaring back. Retailers are using discounts and more creative measures to bring them back down.
Why Fashion’s Inventory Problem Is Back (And How to Solve It)
A combination of shipping delays and misjudging consumer demand has caused stockpiles to come roaring back. Retailers are using discounts and more creative measures to bring them back down.
Marketing
Why Nordstrom Appears to Be Pivoting Away From Influencers
Influencers helped turn Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary Sale into a major moment for the department store. This year, the retailer is leaning less on social media marketing, and some creators say they’re downplaying what was once their biggest moneymaker.
Why Nordstrom Appears to Be Pivoting Away From Influencers
Influencers helped turn Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary Sale into a major moment for the department store. This year, the retailer is leaning less on social media marketing, and some creators say they’re downplaying what was once their biggest moneymaker.
Sports
Explainer — Why the Menswear Market Is on Fire
From casualisation to the decline of streetwear, BoF unpacks what’s driving the “unprecedented” boom in the men’s market.
Explainer — Why the Menswear Market Is on Fire
From casualisation to the decline of streetwear, BoF unpacks what’s driving the “unprecedented” boom in the men’s market.
The News in Brief
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.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.
Watch Exports Bounced Back in February Before War in Middle East
Swiss watch exports saw a 9.2 percent rise in February, driven by a strong rebound in the US market.
Swatch CEO Warns Iran War Is Weighing on Watchmaker’s Sales
The company has more than 200 stores in the Middle East, said chief executive officer Nick Hayek.
Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks
The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.