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The Met Gala’s TikTok Headache

TikTok’s first time sponsoring the glitzy event comes just as the US effectively deemed the company a national security threat under its current ownership, raising complications for Condé Nast and the gala’s other organisers.

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TikTok’s first time sponsoring the glitzy event comes just as the US effectively deemed the company a national security threat under its current ownership, raising complications for Condé Nast and the gala’s other organisers.

It’s Time for Beauty and Fashion to Get Serious About Female Athletes

Viewership of women’s sports has steadily grown into a year-round affair, but most brands have been slow to capitalise on the segment’s biggest stars.

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Viewership of women’s sports has steadily grown into a year-round affair and with all those eyes have come more commercial opportunities.

The New Backlash Against Social Media, Explained

Social networks are being blamed for the worrying decline in young people’s mental health. Brands may not think about the matter much, but they’re part of the content stream that keeps them hooked.

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Social networks are being blamed for the worrying decline in young people’s mental health. Brands may not think about the matter much, but they’re part of the content stream that keeps them hooked.

How Coach Used Data to Make Its Tabby Bag a Hit

After the bag initially proved popular with Gen-Z consumers, the brand used a mix of hard numbers and qualitative data – including “shopalongs” with young customers – to make the most of its accessory’s viral moment.

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Tapestry’s method for getting its employees to use its data solutions is to involve them from the start.

Case Study | How to Turn Data Into Meaningful Customer Connections

Before fashion businesses can put artificial intelligence to work or target the right shoppers online, they need good data and a deep understanding of who their customers are and what they want. This case study offers a guide for brands that want to truly know their customer, allowing them to make smarter decisions that serve shoppers and drive results.

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Introducing BoF's latest case study. How to Turn Data Into Meaningful Customer Connections.

Why I’m Excited About Our Fashion Tech Summit

Marc Bain shares why he's excited about our upcoming BoF Professional Summit - New Frontiers: AI, Digital Culture and Virtual Worlds, taking place on March 22 in New York. Purchase your ticket now to join us in person at The Times Center, New York – or sign up for the global livestream.

BoF Professional Summit – New Frontiers: AI, Digital Culture and Virtual Worlds.

The Race to Build the Best Generative-AI Platform for Fashion Design

A new wave of start-ups is building tools that take the capabilities of the market’s top generative-AI models and tailor them to fashion’s specific needs. Among them is Raspberry, which just raised $4.5 million in funding from a number of big-name backers.

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AI images by Raspberry.

What Happens After Sneaker Resale Prices Peak?

The value of hyped shoes on the aftermarket has fallen in recent months, raising questions about whether it’s a momentary stumble or a sign that the category is losing steam.

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While top-tier sneakers still command high prices, the resale values of more typical new releases have fallen since last year.

For Luxury E-Commerce, It’s Even Worse Than It Looks

US consumer spending across online luxury sellers like Farfetch, Matches and Net-a-Porter suffered sustained declines throughout 2023. The question is whether the downturn is temporary or if the luxury e-commerce model itself is broken.

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US consumer spending across online luxury sellers like Farfetch, Matches and Net-a-Porter suffered sustained declines throughout 2023.

Fashion Is Already Trying to Cash In on Apple’s Vision Pro

Mytheresa, J.Crew and E.l.f. Cosmetics are among the retailers to have developed apps for the newly launched ‘spatial computing’ headset as they try to leverage its capabilities for more immersive, emotional shopping experiences.

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Mytheresa's app for the Apple Vision Pro.

Here Comes the AI Backlash

The brand Selkie recently found itself in the midst of a revolt by its own customers after posting an image on Instagram created in part with generative AI.

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The brand Selkie recently found itself in the midst of a backlash from its own customers after posting an image on Instagram that it created in part with generative AI.
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