ASOS launches ChatGPT-based Stylist app to enhance shopper product discovery journey
It’s rare that a week goes by these days without some news of a major AI initiative from retailers and the latest is from ASOS with a ChatGPT link-up.
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Amazon.com defeats appeal claiming it aided tariff evasion
A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday rejected a whistleblower's claim that Amazon.com helped foreign fur manufacturers evade tariffs on products sold on its platform, hurting domestic rivals.
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Discount retailer TJX raises annual forecasts as US shoppers hunt for value
TJX Cos raised its annual comparable sales and profit forecasts on Wednesday, banking on resilient demand at its off-price retail stores as budget-conscious consumers increasingly shop for deals.
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AI Mockups of Fake Products Raise Real Questions for Brands
AI has made it easier than ever for creators to circulate their ideas of what a brand’s next release should look like. But while these mockups help build hype, they can leave shoppers confused and dis
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Target doubles growth forecast, but cites caution as consumers remain stretched
Target raised its annual sales growth forecast for the first time in two years, but cautioned a tough macro environment ahead, as the retailer tries to turn itself around after an extended sales slump
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Ruffles, biker leather and celebs at Louis Vuitton's New York show
French fashion house Louis Vuitton combined ruffles, biker leather and the graphic art of Keith Haring for its celebrity-packed cruise 2027 show at a New York museum on Wednesday night.
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Elf Beauty forecasts weak year, flags up to $20 million hit from Iran war
Elf Beauty on Wednesday forecast annual sales and profit below analysts' expectations, and said surging oil prices tied to the Iran war could have a $15 million to $20 million impact in fiscal 2027.
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5h ago· Business of Fashion
Knowledge Report | Building Cultural Relevance on TikTok
To recapture consumer attention and inspire loyalty, brands and publishers are exploring new creative approaches on TikTok. This knowledge report examines how players in the fashion, beauty and media
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Urban Outfitters posts record Q1 as sales climb 11.4%
Urban Outfitters Inc. announced on Wednesday sales for the first quarter increased 11.4% to a record $1.48 billion, as the U.S. company consolidated growth once again across all brands and channels.
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Authentic names Matt Maddox as president and CEO
Authentic Brands Group announced a leadership transition as founder Jamie Salter stepped down from his role as chief executive officer to become executive chairman, while Matt Maddox was appointed pre
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Gabriela Hearst and Paul Smith launch limited-edition collection
Paul Smith and Gabriela Hearst launched on Thursday a limited-edition collaborative collection inspired by nature, craftsmanship and personal family histories.
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Marc Jacobs brings beauty line back with new Coty deal
Marc Jacobs is bringing back his eponymous beauty line, thanks to a new partnership with American beauty giant, Coty.
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James Murdoch Buys New York Magazine
In a deal announced Wednesday, Murdoch’s media and technology holding, Lupa Systems, acquired the publication, as well as the Vox website and podcast network.
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E.l.f. Beauty Signals Caution Despite Rhode-Driven Growth
The US beauty conglomerate tempered its outlook for 2026, despite 25 percent growth last year led by Hailey Bieber’s beauty label Rhode.
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Marquee Brands to acquire a majority stake in Roberto Cavalli; partners with Damac for a global relaunch
Marquee Brands has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority shareholding in Roberto Cavalli. Damac Group will remain a strategic partner.
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Giambattista Valli Buys Back Namesake Label From Artémis
The return to independence follows the abrupt cancelling of fashion shows earlier this year.
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Mango tycoon's heir held financial grudge, gave contradictory versions of father's death, judge says
The heir to the Mango retail fortune held a financial grudge against his father and gave police and emergency services contradictory statements about the day he fell to his death as they hiked togethe
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The Debrief | Inside The Swatch x Audemars Piguet Global Frenzy
As Swatch and Audemars Piguet sparked a global retail frenzy over the weekend with a $400 plastic pocket watch, BoF’s Cathaleen Chen and Mimosa Spencer dissect whether high-low collaborations democrat
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Exclusive: Marquee Brands to Acquire Roberto Cavalli
The Italian brand known for its animal prints and flamboyant aesthetic will be taken over by the brand management company behind Martha Stewart.
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LPP CEO says sales of flagship brand to regain steam after slump
Poland’s clothing retailer LPP SA expects sales at its flagship Sinsay stores to return to a growth path after a slump at the start of the year, its founder and chief executive officer Marek Piechocki
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Target Doubles Growth Forecast, but Cites Caution as Consumers Remain Stretched
The $59 billion retailer has started to repel cost-conscious shoppers, and failed to attract higher-income consumers.
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TJX Raises Annual Forecasts as US Shoppers Hunt for Value
Lower-income consumers are increasingly shifting to discount retailers, as economic uncertainty forces them to tighten budgets.
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Katjes International finalises acquisition of Missoni stake
As planned, Katjes International has acquired an approximately 27% stake in Missoni S.p.A. through its wholly owned subsidiary, Katjes Quiet Luxury.
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Carhartt WIP fine-tunes its distribution strategy and market positioning
The label, which is expanding its lifestyle universe, is moving its own retail network upmarket, as in Lyon, where its boutique has just reopened, and is extending its multi-brand distribution into ne
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15h ago· FashionNetwork
Pronovias enters insolvency proceedings ahead of its sale to Cap Capital
The bridal fashion company has entered voluntary insolvency proceedings with the approval of Barcelona's Commercial Court, as a preliminary step towards its acquisition by the British investment fund
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Global Blue sees double-digit growth in Tax Free Shopping, driven by watches and jewellery
Global Blue’s analysis of Tax Free Shopping shows 5% growth in 2025 compared with 2024. Watches and jewellery registered the most significant increase in spending, up by 14% and by 13% in Italy.
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Vans parent VF Corp returns to revenue growth in FY26
Vans’ parent company VF Corp announced a return to growth in the 2026 financial year on Wednesday with a 1% revenue increase, expanding margins, and reduced debt.
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Italian unions claim '70-100%' success for Kering strike
A strike at luxury group Kering's facilities in Italy was highly successful, with participation rates of 70-100%, the Filctem Cgil, Femca Cisl, and Uiltec Uil trade unions said in a joint statemen
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Vinted says sellers earned €10.8 billion through the platform in 2025
Buying on Vinted is said to have saved consumers €21.6 billion, according to a report singing the praises of second-hand fashion, especially its sustainability, at a tough time for consumers’ spending
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Europe's leading fashion houses are once again banking on the United States
Europe’s most prestigious fashion houses are increasingly staging spectacular catwalk shows in the United States, a market that is both a priority and a trendsetter.
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