Bondholders Approve Saks Global’s Five-Year Business Plan
Saks is moving towards exiting bankruptcy and tapped an additional $300 million of its Chapter 11 financing package.
legal
Retail
On Vaccine Mandates, the Ball’s Back in Retailers’ Court
This week, everyone will be talking about how retailers approach the question of unvaccinated employees, plus the men’s shows in Milan and Paris.
On Vaccine Mandates, the Ball’s Back in Retailers’ Court
This week, everyone will be talking about how retailers approach the question of unvaccinated employees, plus the men’s shows in Milan and Paris.
Sustainability
New York Fashion Act to Test Brands’ Appetite for Sustainability Regulation
Stella McCartney is among the backers of a new bill before the New York State Assembly that could step up disclosure and due diligence requirements for brands operating in the key market.
New York Fashion Act to Test Brands’ Appetite for Sustainability Regulation
Stella McCartney is among the backers of a new bill before the New York State Assembly that could step up disclosure and due diligence requirements for brands operating in the key market.
China
How 2021 Changed China’s Fashion Market
BoF’s annual round-up of the forces that reshaped the world’s biggest fashion market over the last 12 months.
How 2021 Changed China’s Fashion Market
BoF’s annual round-up of the forces that reshaped the world’s biggest fashion market over the last 12 months.
Workplace & Talent
How Retailers Can Prevent Robberies This Holiday Season
A spate of “smash and grab” robberies and similar organised theft incidents have dealt the latest blow to retailers looking to staff up at a critical time.
How Retailers Can Prevent Robberies This Holiday Season
A spate of “smash and grab” robberies and similar organised theft incidents have dealt the latest blow to retailers looking to staff up at a critical time.
Technology
How Fashion Businesses Can Mitigate Cyber Risk
In an increasingly digitised economy, cyber risks are rising fast. To protect their customers, business operations and creative assets, fashion companies need to strengthen their defences.
How Fashion Businesses Can Mitigate Cyber Risk
In an increasingly digitised economy, cyber risks are rising fast. To protect their customers, business operations and creative assets, fashion companies need to strengthen their defences.
Technology
The Year Ahead: Shoring Up Fashion’s Cyber Defenses
Businesses face more threats than ever of cyber attacks and improper data handling. Fashion players must urgently improve their defenses and make digital security a strategic imperative.
The Year Ahead: Shoring Up Fashion’s Cyber Defenses
Businesses face more threats than ever of cyber attacks and improper data handling. Fashion players must urgently improve their defenses and make digital security a strategic imperative.
Retail
Amazon Wins Court Battle Over Ambani’s $3.4 Billion Retail Deal
The news is the latest in the battle over Indian supermarket chain Future Retail Ltd., as both Ambani-owned Reliance Industries and Amazon are vying for control over the country’s $1 trillion retail market.
Amazon Wins Court Battle Over Ambani’s $3.4 Billion Retail Deal
The news is the latest in the battle over Indian supermarket chain Future Retail Ltd., as both Ambani-owned Reliance Industries and Amazon are vying for control over the country’s $1 trillion retail market.
Retail
To Sue or Not to Sue: Nike’s ‘Satan Shoe’ Conundrum
After a Brooklyn company sold 666 pairs of customised Nike Air Max 97s as ‘Satan Shoes’ in collaboration with queer rapper Lil Nas X, the sportswear giant sued to protect its brand. Was it the right move?
To Sue or Not to Sue: Nike’s ‘Satan Shoe’ Conundrum
After a Brooklyn company sold 666 pairs of customised Nike Air Max 97s as ‘Satan Shoes’ in collaboration with queer rapper Lil Nas X, the sportswear giant sued to protect its brand. Was it the right move?
Marketing
Alexander Wang Responds to Sexual Misconduct Accusations: ‘I Will Do Better’
The designer previously called the growing number of allegations ‘false, fabricated and mostly anonymous.’ Lisa Bloom, who represents 10 accusers, said her clients “are moving forward.”
Alexander Wang Responds to Sexual Misconduct Accusations: ‘I Will Do Better’
The designer previously called the growing number of allegations ‘false, fabricated and mostly anonymous.’ Lisa Bloom, who represents 10 accusers, said her clients “are moving forward.”
News & Analysis
Nike Asks to Remove Marketing Executives from Michael Avenatti Trial
The sportswear giant called Avenatti's subpoenas for testimony part of an effort to 'put the government's and Nike's conduct on trial,' and distract jurors from his own conduct.
Nike Asks to Remove Marketing Executives from Michael Avenatti Trial
The sportswear giant called Avenatti's subpoenas for testimony part of an effort to 'put the government's and Nike's conduct on trial,' and distract jurors from his own conduct.
Luxury
US Appeals Court Restores Gender Bias Lawsuit Against Sterling Jewelers
The decision Monday allows at least 70,000 female employees of the brand to pursue claims of unfair wages and promotions.
US Appeals Court Restores Gender Bias Lawsuit Against Sterling Jewelers
The decision Monday allows at least 70,000 female employees of the brand to pursue claims of unfair wages and promotions.
News & Analysis
Modelling Agency With Ties to Epstein Names Macy’s, Nordstrom as Clients
As sex trafficking allegations swirl, MC2 Model Management and its president Jean-Luc Brunel are in the spotlight for his well-documented relationship with Epstein dating back to 2002.
Modelling Agency With Ties to Epstein Names Macy’s, Nordstrom as Clients
As sex trafficking allegations swirl, MC2 Model Management and its president Jean-Luc Brunel are in the spotlight for his well-documented relationship with Epstein dating back to 2002.
The News in Brief
Luxury Stocks Face Most Bearish Sentiment in Years, UBS Says
War in the Middle East, the luxury industry’s fastest-growing market, threatens to delay a long-expected rebound in demand.
Trump Signs Order to Combat Fraudulent ‘Made in America’ Labels, White House Says
The executive order directs the FTC chairman to prioritise enforcement of existing laws against sellers and manufacturers who falsely claim products are made in America.
Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
Ulta Beauty Forecasts Annual Profit Below Estimates
Shares declined in after-hours trading as the beauty retailer expressed a cautious outlook for 2026.
Exclusive: Brita Invests in Shower Filter Firm Hello Klean
The German water filtration firm has acquired a minority stake in Hello Klean, which sells shower heads it claims mitigate the effects of hard water.
AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.