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How the US Port Strike Will Impact Fashion

Following the closing of ports on the East and Gulf coasts, which accounts for more than 50 percent of apparel and accessories imported in the US, retailers are left to figure out how to get their goods to their stores and customers ahead of the busiest time of year.

How the US Port Strike Will Impact Fashion

Following the closing of ports on the East and Gulf coasts, which accounts for more than 50 percent of apparel and accessories imported in the US, retailers are left to figure out how to get their goods to their stores and customers ahead of the busiest time of year.


Strike Shuts Eastern US and Gulf Ports, Threatening Economy

Dockworkers across the US East and Gulf coasts have launched a historic strike for the first time in nearly 50 years, disrupting operations at 36 major ports and potentially causing an economic loss of up to $4.5 billion daily.

Strike Shuts Eastern US and Gulf Ports, Threatening Economy

Dockworkers across the US East and Gulf coasts have launched a historic strike for the first time in nearly 50 years, disrupting operations at 36 major ports and potentially causing an economic loss of up to $4.5 billion daily.


DHL Launches Branded Resale

In a partnership with resale service provider Reflaunt, the global logistics giant now offers a fulfilment, shipping and platforming solution for brand clients interested in entering the secondhand space.

DHL Launches Branded Resale

In a partnership with resale service provider Reflaunt, the global logistics giant now offers a fulfilment, shipping and platforming solution for brand clients interested in entering the secondhand space.


How Shein and Temu Are Upending the Global Air Cargo Industry

Shein and Temu’s growth is squeezing out space for other industries on air freighters, just as global firms are scrambling to find alternative logistics options due to the Red Sea disruptions.

How Shein and Temu Are Upending the Global Air Cargo Industry

Shein and Temu’s growth is squeezing out space for other industries on air freighters, just as global firms are scrambling to find alternative logistics options due to the Red Sea disruptions.


PVH Corp: The Power of Trust in Transforming Supply Chains

From zeroing in on traceability to sharpening inventory management, PVH’s chief supply chain officer, David Savman, unpacks in this interview for The State of Fashion 2024 what it takes for retailers, brands and their suppliers to thrive together.

PVH Corp: The Power of Trust in Transforming Supply Chains

From zeroing in on traceability to sharpening inventory management, PVH’s chief supply chain officer, David Savman, unpacks in this interview for The State of Fashion 2024 what it takes for retailers, brands and their suppliers to thrive together.


The Year Ahead: Deconstructing Fast Fashion’s Future

Fast-fashion challengers, led by Shein and Temu, are changing tactics around price, customer experience and speed. Success for disruptors and incumbents will likely hinge on their ability to adapt to fiercer competition and other pressures, The State of Fashion 2024 reports.

The Year Ahead: Deconstructing Fast Fashion’s Future

Fast-fashion challengers, led by Shein and Temu, are changing tactics around price, customer experience and speed. Success for disruptors and incumbents will likely hinge on their ability to adapt to fiercer competition and other pressures, The State of Fashion 2024 reports.


The Year Ahead: How Brands Are Reinventing Outdoor Wear

The lines between functionality and style will continue to blur as consumers continue to embrace ”gorpcore” and competition increases among technical outdoor wear players, according to The State of Fashion 2024.

The Year Ahead: How Brands Are Reinventing Outdoor Wear

The lines between functionality and style will continue to blur as consumers continue to embrace ”gorpcore” and competition increases among technical outdoor wear players, according to The State of Fashion 2024.


The Year Ahead: Mapping the Next Wave of Supply Chain Pressures

The State of Fashion 2024 explains why consumer volatility could trigger what’s known in supply chains circles as the “bullwhip effect,” in which small changes in demand can cause increasing large fluctuations upstream and downstream.

The Year Ahead: Mapping the Next Wave of Supply Chain Pressures

The State of Fashion 2024 explains why consumer volatility could trigger what’s known in supply chains circles as the “bullwhip effect,” in which small changes in demand can cause increasing large fluctuations upstream and downstream.


Saks Owner Raises $340 Million After Retailer Didn’t Pay Vendors For Months, Sources Say

More than a handful of brands confirmed reports of chronic late payments that sparked some vendors to halt shipments to the US department store. Owner Hudson’s Bay Company said it raised $340 million to help fund its retail operations.

Saks Owner Raises $340 Million After Retailer Didn’t Pay Vendors For Months, Sources Say

More than a handful of brands confirmed reports of chronic late payments that sparked some vendors to halt shipments to the US department store. Owner Hudson’s Bay Company said it raised $340 million to help fund its retail operations.


Fashion Faces Massive Shortage of More Sustainable Raw Materials

Without greater commitment and investment from brands, the industry faces a 133 million tonne shortfall in supply of lower-impact materials in 2030, according to a new report.

Fashion Faces Massive Shortage of More Sustainable Raw Materials

Without greater commitment and investment from brands, the industry faces a 133 million tonne shortfall in supply of lower-impact materials in 2030, according to a new report.


BoF Masterclass | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns.”

BoF Masterclass | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

Join us for a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest Case Study, “Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns.”


Case Study | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

The e-commerce boom may have cooled but online returns rates remain high, and the costs of processing them are more expensive than ever. BoF unpacks how retailers can reduce the costs of returns and protect profit margins, while improving customers’ shopping experience to generate higher sales.

Case Study | Fashion’s New Playbook for Online Returns

The e-commerce boom may have cooled but online returns rates remain high, and the costs of processing them are more expensive than ever. BoF unpacks how retailers can reduce the costs of returns and protect profit margins, while improving customers’ shopping experience to generate higher sales.