In the latest third-quarter filings from US apparel and footwear brands and retailers, Boot Barn Holdings has delivered an increase in both profit and revenue with the company "well-positioned" to deliver a solid finish to fiscal 2020, Stage Stores has narrowed its net loss, and American Eagle Outfitters has booked record sales. Elsewhere, J.Crew Group has announced an agreement on the terms of a transaction that will enable it to separate its J.Crew and Madewell brands into two independent companies and pursue a proposed IPO of Madewell. >
Following a slew of earnings slides, reports are now suggesting that L Brands' founder and CEO, Les Wexner, is looking to leave the business and that it is continuing to weigh up options for its Victoria's Secret lingerie brand. just-style looks at why this could be a good move for the company.>