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Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) adds Lovesac president Mary Fox to board

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) expanded its Board of Directors from nine to 10 members and elected Mary Fox as a non-associate director, effective August 18, 2026. Her term runs until the company’s 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, or until a successor is elected and qualified.

Fox will receive the same compensation and benefits as other non-associate directors under Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s director compensation program, pro-rated from her effective date. The company reports no appointing arrangements, family relationships, or related-party transactions involving Fox. Board committee assignments for Fox have not yet been determined, and the company plans to amend this report when available. ANF also furnished a news release as Exhibit 99.1 announcing her election and highlighting her more than 25 years of experience across consumer products, retail, and omnichannel businesses, including her current role as President of The Lovesac Company.

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Board size after expansion 10 members Size of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Board of Directors effective August 18, 2026
Mary Fox age 54 Age of Mary Fox at the time of her election to the Board
Mary Fox industry experience more than 25 years Experience across consumer products, retail, and omnichannel businesses
Number of stores operated approximately 840 stores Global store count across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East
News release date August 20, 2026 Date Abercrombie & Fitch Co. issued the news release announcing Mary Fox’s election
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure. On August 20, 2026, the Company issued a news release"
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
definitive proxy statement regulatory
"director compensation program, as described on pages 32 to 33 of the Company’s definitive proxy statement"
A Definitive Proxy Statement is a detailed document that a company sends to its shareholders before a big meeting, like voting on important decisions. It explains what's being voted on and gives important information so shareholders can make informed choices. It matters because it helps shareholders understand and participate in key company decisions.
Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K regulatory
"the Company has not entered into any transactions with Ms. Fox that are reportable pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K"
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"Cover Page Interactive Data File - the cover page Inline XBRL tags are embedded"
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omnichannel financial
"a global, digitally led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories"
A coordinated approach to selling and serving customers across all touchpoints—stores, websites, mobile apps, social media, and call centers—so the experience feels like one continuous conversation no matter where a customer interacts. For investors, omnichannel capability signals how well a company can attract and keep customers, turn interactions into sales, and use shared customer data to cut costs and boost revenue—making it a key driver of growth and competitive strength.

FAQ

What board change did Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) disclose on August 18, 2026?
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. expanded its Board of Directors from nine to 10 members and elected Mary Fox as a non-associate director, effective August 18, 2026. Her term extends until the 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, or until a successor is elected and qualified.

Who is Mary Fox, the new director appointed by Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF)?
Mary Fox, 54, is the President of The Lovesac Company, overseeing operations, marketing, finance, human resources, and overall performance. She brings more than 25 years of experience in consumer products, retail, and omnichannel businesses, with prior leadership roles at BIC, L’Oréal, and Walmart.

How long will Mary Fox serve on Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s (ANF) board under this appointment?
Mary Fox’s term on Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board of Directors will continue until the company’s 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and until her successor is duly elected and qualified, according to the company’s disclosure.

Has Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) assigned Mary Fox to any board committees yet?
As of the date of the report, the Board of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. had not determined Mary Fox’s committee assignments. The company states it intends to file an amendment when this information becomes available.

What additional disclosure did Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) provide about Mary Fox’s appointment?
On August 20, 2026, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. issued a news release about Mary Fox’s election, furnished as Exhibit 99.1. The company notes this information is being furnished, not filed, under Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure of the Exchange Act.

How large is Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s (ANF) retail footprint mentioned in this disclosure?
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reports operating approximately 840 stores under its Abercrombie and Hollister brand families across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as e-commerce sites including abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 18, 2026

Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware1-1210731-1469076
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)
6301 Fitch Path,New Albany,Ohio43054
(Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code(614)283-6500
Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

    ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
    ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
    ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
    ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $0.01 Par ValueANFNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
                                        Emerging growth company ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐


Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On August 18, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from nine members to 10 members in accordance with the Company’s Amended and Restated Bylaws and appointed Mary Fox as a non-associate director of the Board (the “Appointment”), with such Appointment effective as of the Effective Date. Ms. Fox’s term will continue until the Company’s 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2027 Annual Meeting”) and until her successor is duly elected and qualified.

Ms. Fox will receive the same compensation and benefits as the other non-associate directors serving on the Board, consistent with and pursuant to the Company’s non-associate director compensation program, as described on pages 32 to 33 of the Company’s definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 20, 2026. All such compensation will be pro-rated for the period beginning on the Effective Date and ending on the date of the 2027 Annual Meeting.

There are no arrangements or understandings between Ms. Fox or any other persons pursuant to which she was appointed a director. There are no family relationships between Ms. Fox and any director or executive officer of the Company, and the Company has not entered into any transactions with Ms. Fox that are reportable pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

As of the date of this Current Report on Form 8-K, the Board had not determined Ms. Fox’s Board committee assignments. In accordance with Instruction 2 to Item 5.02 of Form 8-K, the Company intends to file an amendment to this Current Report on Form 8-K if and when such information is available.


Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.

On August 20, 2026, the Company issued a news release regarding the Appointment, a copy of which is included as Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

The information in Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.



Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(a) through (c) Not applicable

(d) Exhibits:

The following exhibits are included with this Current Report on Form 8-K:

Exhibit No.Description
99.1
News release issued by Abercrombie & Fitch Co. on August 20, 2026
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SIGNATURE


Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.


Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
Dated:
August 20, 2026By:/s/ Gregory J. Henchel
Gregory J. Henchel
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary


Exhibit 99.1
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Announces Election of Mary Fox to its Board of Directors
Fox brings more than 25 years of experience across consumer products, retail, and omnichannel businesses

NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Aug. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF), a global, digitally led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories, today announced the election of Mary Fox to its Board of Directors, effective August 18, 2026.

Ms. Fox, 54, is the President of The Lovesac Company, a publicly traded omnichannel home furnishings company, where she is responsible for the company’s operations, marketing, finance, human resources, and overall business performance. Prior to Lovesac, Mary served as general manager for North American consumer products at BIC and spent six years at L’Oréal in leadership roles across ecommerce, business development, and business transformation. Before that, she spent over a decade at Walmart in roles of increasing responsibility, with responsibilities spanning private label apparel, merchandising, brand management, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and global sourcing.

“We are excited to welcome Mary to Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board of Directors. She brings an incredibly strong digital commerce and brand-building background that spans a 25-year career in consumer goods. As a current executive, she brings a deep understanding of today’s dynamic consumer environment and how customers are connecting with brands, which will be an invaluable addition to the Board and company,” said Nigel Travis, Chairperson of the Board.

“I’m thrilled to join Abercrombie & Fitch Co.’s Board of Directors,” said Fox. “Having long admired the company’s performance and reputation as leaders in the apparel and retail industries, I look forward to partnering with CEO Fran Horowitz and her management team, as well as Nigel and the Board as the company continues its work to achieve its long-term ambitions to continue delivering diversified, global growth,” she added.

About Abercrombie & Fitch Co.:
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a global, digitally led, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie brands and Hollister brands, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates approximately 840 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com and hollisterco.com.

Investor Contact: Media Contact:
Mo GuptaKate Wagner
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
(614) 283-6751(614) 283-6192
Investor_Relations@anfcorp.comPublic_Relations@anfcorp.com

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