US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
Workplace & Talent
Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.
The Debrief | Fashion’s Hottest Jobs
BoF’s workplace and talent correspondent Sheena Butler-Young unpacks how fashion’s labour market has evolved in the past year, and what positions brands are hiring for now.
The Debrief | Fashion’s Hottest Jobs
BoF’s workplace and talent correspondent Sheena Butler-Young unpacks how fashion’s labour market has evolved in the past year, and what positions brands are hiring for now.
How I Became… A Fashion Editor
Ben Cobb has held editor-in-chief roles at the likes of Another Man and LOVE, and helped launch Perfect Magazine last year. Now editor of ES Magazine, he offers his career advice for fashion journalists, from how to pitch stories to establishing connections within the industry.
How I Became… A Fashion Editor
Ben Cobb has held editor-in-chief roles at the likes of Another Man and LOVE, and helped launch Perfect Magazine last year. Now editor of ES Magazine, he offers his career advice for fashion journalists, from how to pitch stories to establishing connections within the industry.
Tapestry’s Strategy to Increase Equity and Diversity at All Employee Levels
The parent company of Coach, Kate Spade New York and Stuart Weitzman seeks to expand diversity within its leadership teams and tackle gender and racial inequality in the workplace within its 2025 goals. BoF finds out more.
Tapestry’s Strategy to Increase Equity and Diversity at All Employee Levels
The parent company of Coach, Kate Spade New York and Stuart Weitzman seeks to expand diversity within its leadership teams and tackle gender and racial inequality in the workplace within its 2025 goals. BoF finds out more.
Fashion’s In-Demand Jobs
Recruiters say interest in the metaverse is cooling, while brands look for candidates with the real-world expertise to navigate uncertain times including in areas such as supply chain, diversity, ESG compliance and HR.
Fashion’s In-Demand Jobs
Recruiters say interest in the metaverse is cooling, while brands look for candidates with the real-world expertise to navigate uncertain times including in areas such as supply chain, diversity, ESG compliance and HR.
What Makes a Great Fashion Office
More and more companies want to see their staff in person again at the office. Creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, offers flexibility and thoughtful perks could convince employees to leave the home office behind.
What Makes a Great Fashion Office
More and more companies want to see their staff in person again at the office. Creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, offers flexibility and thoughtful perks could convince employees to leave the home office behind.
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Fashion
BoF Careers speaks to academics and industry professionals to understand how fashion can better alleviate the pervasive psychological — and environmental — experience.
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Fashion
BoF Careers speaks to academics and industry professionals to understand how fashion can better alleviate the pervasive psychological — and environmental — experience.
How I Became… A Fashion Designer
A self-taught womenswear designer, Stella Jean offers career advice for emerging fashion design talent, from honing a personal narrative to finding a mentor and establishing creative communities.
How I Became… A Fashion Designer
A self-taught womenswear designer, Stella Jean offers career advice for emerging fashion design talent, from honing a personal narrative to finding a mentor and establishing creative communities.
Announcing Sunnei and Hayley Menzies
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Sunnei and Hayley Menzies
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
How to Know When Layoffs Are Coming — And What to Do About It
Fashion workers worried about their jobs amid an economic downturn should watch for warning signs and look for ways to transition their role to avoid the worst impact.
How to Know When Layoffs Are Coming — And What to Do About It
Fashion workers worried about their jobs amid an economic downturn should watch for warning signs and look for ways to transition their role to avoid the worst impact.
The Best Jobs on BoF Careers
BoF compiles the most exciting career opportunities now available on BoF Careers — including jobs from Mytheresa, Gabriela Hearst and Figs.
The Best Jobs on BoF Careers
BoF compiles the most exciting career opportunities now available on BoF Careers — including jobs from Mytheresa, Gabriela Hearst and Figs.
Announcing Prada Group on BoF Careers
Check out this week’s new partner and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Prada Group on BoF Careers
Check out this week’s new partner and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Careers Counsel | Navigating Feeling Undervalued at Work
Careers Counsel is a weekly round-up of the most helpful and inspiring advice for boosting your career.
Careers Counsel | Navigating Feeling Undervalued at Work
Careers Counsel is a weekly round-up of the most helpful and inspiring advice for boosting your career.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Nike Faces Federal Probe Over Alleged Discrimination Against White Employees
The EEOC is investigating the brand over claims of systemic racism against white employees, including through DEI programmes.
Report: Amazon Plans Thousands More Corporate Job Cuts Next Week
The Seattle online retailer tied its initial round of job cuts in October to the rise of artificial intelligence software.
Nike Cuts Corporate Staffers Amid Realignment
Layoffs will impact less than 1 percent of the company’s corporate team and are part of a restructuring led by chief executive Elliot Hill.
Michael Burke Tapped to Lead LVMH Americas
The LVMH veteran has been named chairman and chief executive of LVMH Americas as the company navigates a 'complex and evolving geopolitical period.'
Women’s Conference Trybe Cancels, Citing Trump DEI Pushback
The event was slated for May 2025 in Las Vegas and had confirmed speakers from Sephora, H&M and TikTok.
Amazon Is Halting Some of Its Diversity and Inclusion Programmes
In a memo to employees, Candi Castleberry, a senior human resources executive, said last month that Amazon was ‘winding down outdated programmes and materials.’
Fearless Fund to End Grant Programme for Black Women Founders, Settles Lawsuit
The investment firm focused on women of colour agreed to end one of its grant programmes, bringing to a close year-long litigation with the American Alliance for Equal Rights. The fund will continue to operate other similar initiatives.