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Analysis and advice from the front lines of the retail transformation.

Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back

Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.

Investors Bet on London’s Oxford Street Bouncing Back

Once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s retail sector, Oxford Street suffered a collapse in visitors during the pandemic and struggled to recover. New businesses are hoping to change that.


Can Farfetch Survive Coupang’s Shock Therapy?

Founder José Neves and eight other c-suite executives are departing the luxury marketplace, which faces an uncertain future under its new owner.

Can Farfetch Survive Coupang’s Shock Therapy?

Founder José Neves and eight other c-suite executives are departing the luxury marketplace, which faces an uncertain future under its new owner.


How ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Apps Are Changing as They Mature

Uncertainty over how BNPL companies can make money in the long run, high interest rates and concerns over luring shoppers into unwise debt levels are factors this sector has to grapple with.

How ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Apps Are Changing as They Mature

Uncertainty over how BNPL companies can make money in the long run, high interest rates and concerns over luring shoppers into unwise debt levels are factors this sector has to grapple with.


Farfetch CEO José Neves Steps Down Amid Executive Shakeup

The luxury marketplace's founder is one of several high-ranking employees who are leaving less than a month after the company was acquired by Coupang.

Farfetch CEO José Neves Steps Down Amid Executive Shakeup

The luxury marketplace's founder is one of several high-ranking employees who are leaving less than a month after the company was acquired by Coupang.


The Fashion and Management Missteps That Left Express Clinging to Solvency

The retailer has struggled to keep pace with the times and has occupied an increasingly untenable spot: not prestigious enough to compete with the luxury brands, yet too expensive to go head-to-head with rapidly growing low-cost rivals.

The Fashion and Management Missteps That Left Express Clinging to Solvency

The retailer has struggled to keep pace with the times and has occupied an increasingly untenable spot: not prestigious enough to compete with the luxury brands, yet too expensive to go head-to-head with rapidly growing low-cost rivals.


Tiger Woods Debuts New Lifestyle Brand Sun Day Red

Just over a month after announcing his split with Nike after 27 years last month, Tiger Woods is back in the golf wear game.

Tiger Woods Debuts New Lifestyle Brand Sun Day Red

Just over a month after announcing his split with Nike after 27 years last month, Tiger Woods is back in the golf wear game.


What Chanel’s Resale Win Means for the Market

This week, the French luxury giant scored a $4 million win in its closely watched lawsuit against US reseller What Goes Around Comes Around. The verdict ratchets up legal risk for resellers, making secondhand luxury ‘a more dangerous business.’

What Chanel’s Resale Win Means for the Market

This week, the French luxury giant scored a $4 million win in its closely watched lawsuit against US reseller What Goes Around Comes Around. The verdict ratchets up legal risk for resellers, making secondhand luxury ‘a more dangerous business.’


How Luxury Players Are Reviving New York’s Real Estate Market

The slew of blockbuster deals from LVMH, Kering and Prada are proving to be a bright spot in an otherwise tough commercial property market.

How Luxury Players Are Reviving New York’s Real Estate Market

The slew of blockbuster deals from LVMH, Kering and Prada are proving to be a bright spot in an otherwise tough commercial property market.


Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake

Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.

Op-Ed | With Zac Posen, Gap Needs to Avoid Repeating a Big Mistake

Gap Inc.’s bet on bringing a touch of luxury to its affordable clothing line could be a strong one, but it must be mindful not to repeat its recent mistakes in trying to force a mainstream brand onto the runway as it did with Banana Republic.


Can Pickle Make Fashion Rental Work?

The peer-to-peer rental service sidesteps some problems that have plagued Rent the Runway. But it’s not without its own complications (just ask Pickle power users’ dry cleaners).

Can Pickle Make Fashion Rental Work?

The peer-to-peer rental service sidesteps some problems that have plagued Rent the Runway. But it’s not without its own complications (just ask Pickle power users’ dry cleaners).


Chanel Wins Trademark Case Against What Goes Around Comes Around

A jury agreed that the reseller had misled consumers by promoting the luxury brand’s goods in its marketing materials and claiming that the pre-owned pieces are authentic.

Chanel Wins Trademark Case Against What Goes Around Comes Around

A jury agreed that the reseller had misled consumers by promoting the luxury brand’s goods in its marketing materials and claiming that the pre-owned pieces are authentic.


Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director

The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.

Gap Inc. Names Zac Posen Creative Director

The American designer is tasked with reinvigorating the company’s entire portfolio, working directly alongside its new CEO, Richard Dickson, BoF has learned. He’ll also play a more hands-on role at Old Navy as chief creative officer.