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The State of Fashion 2021: Reality Check

An update to The State of Fashion 2021, published by BoF and McKinsey & Company, reveals that recovery could be slower than expected for the fashion industry in Europe, with bright spots in the US and China.

The State of Fashion 2021: Reality Check

An update to The State of Fashion 2021, published by BoF and McKinsey & Company, reveals that recovery could be slower than expected for the fashion industry in Europe, with bright spots in the US and China.


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.”


At Affirm, Connecting Retailers to Consumers Through Shared Values

BoF hears why Affirm believes the values behind its Buy Now, Pay Later model are what enables it to connect retailers to consumers with a higher intent to purchase.

At Affirm, Connecting Retailers to Consumers Through Shared Values

BoF hears why Affirm believes the values behind its Buy Now, Pay Later model are what enables it to connect retailers to consumers with a higher intent to purchase.


At PVH, Using Data to Drive Diversity and Inclusion

Following the release of the apparel company’s 2021 DEI report with the CFDA, PVH’s chief diversity officer shares actionable insights — and how it is leveraging them.

At PVH, Using Data to Drive Diversity and Inclusion

Following the release of the apparel company’s 2021 DEI report with the CFDA, PVH’s chief diversity officer shares actionable insights — and how it is leveraging them.


Birkenstock Gets Reported €4 Billion Valuation in L Catterton Deal

The LVMH-backed private equity firm has taken a majority stake in the German footwear company. Financière Agache, the family office of LVMH Chairman Bernard Arnault, will also invest.

Birkenstock Gets Reported €4 Billion Valuation in L Catterton Deal

The LVMH-backed private equity firm has taken a majority stake in the German footwear company. Financière Agache, the family office of LVMH Chairman Bernard Arnault, will also invest.


How By Far’s Listening Culture Is Driving Growth

Championing a people-driven approach, the luxury accessories brand successfully doubled its employee base in 2020 while boasting a 93 percent satisfaction rate.

How By Far’s Listening Culture Is Driving Growth

Championing a people-driven approach, the luxury accessories brand successfully doubled its employee base in 2020 while boasting a 93 percent satisfaction rate.


Black Fashion Leaders Push Industry to Move Beyond D&I Commitments

Civil rights organisation Color Of Change has partnered with the Black in Fashion Council, IMG and supermodel and activist Joan Smalls to launch #ChangeFashion, a roadmap to tackle racism and discrimination in the industry.

Black Fashion Leaders Push Industry to Move Beyond D&I Commitments

Civil rights organisation Color Of Change has partnered with the Black in Fashion Council, IMG and supermodel and activist Joan Smalls to launch #ChangeFashion, a roadmap to tackle racism and discrimination in the industry.


Innovating Graduate Shows For a Digital Age

SCAD’s most recent graduates collaborated on a candid, user-generated film, turning the restrictions imposed by the pandemic into a springboard for creativity and digital reach.

Innovating Graduate Shows For a Digital Age

SCAD’s most recent graduates collaborated on a candid, user-generated film, turning the restrictions imposed by the pandemic into a springboard for creativity and digital reach.


At Cegid, Dark Stores and Evolving Retail Solutions

Global retail solutions provider shares its strategies to improve the performance of physical stores by incorporating technology.

At Cegid, Dark Stores and Evolving Retail Solutions

Global retail solutions provider shares its strategies to improve the performance of physical stores by incorporating technology.


At NuOrder, the Evolution of the Wholesale Industry

The wholesale e-commerce platform processed over $38 billion orders in 2020. Here, BoF shares insights gathered from its community in a transformative year.

At NuOrder, the Evolution of the Wholesale Industry

The wholesale e-commerce platform processed over $38 billion orders in 2020. Here, BoF shares insights gathered from its community in a transformative year.


At PVH, Creating an Archive That Can Educate and Inspire

BoF discovers how the company’s archive, collecting and organising the creative output of its brands including Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, is designed to empower creative inspiration and brand education.

At PVH, Creating an Archive That Can Educate and Inspire

BoF discovers how the company’s archive, collecting and organising the creative output of its brands including Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, is designed to empower creative inspiration and brand education.


At Affirm, Insights Into Consumer Behaviour in 2021

Payment solutions company Affirm surveyed thousands of US consumers to better understand recent shifts in spending. Here, Chief Commercial Officer Silvija Martincevic shares the most important findings.

At Affirm, Insights Into Consumer Behaviour in 2021

Payment solutions company Affirm surveyed thousands of US consumers to better understand recent shifts in spending. Here, Chief Commercial Officer Silvija Martincevic shares the most important findings.