Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Mimosa Spencer
Europe Editor
Mimosa Spencer is Europe Editor at The Business of Fashion. She is based in Paris and drives BoF’s coverage of the European luxury industry. Previously, she covered the sector at Reuters, WWD and The Wall Street Journal. She studied International Relations and has a Masters degree from the University of Bath and Bachelors degrees from the University of Washington.
Luxury
Julie Kegels Wins LVMH Prize
Zane Li’s Lii and Anil Padia’s Yoshita 1967 took the runner-up Karl Lagerfeld and Savoir-Faire prizes, respectively.
Julie Kegels Wins LVMH Prize
Zane Li’s Lii and Anil Padia’s Yoshita 1967 took the runner-up Karl Lagerfeld and Savoir-Faire prizes, respectively.
News & Analysis
Mathilde Favier, Dior PR Director, Dies in Accident
‘I have lost a loyal friend,’ said CEO Delphine Arnault, following the death of the high profile Dior executive in a car accident.
Mathilde Favier, Dior PR Director, Dies in Accident
‘I have lost a loyal friend,’ said CEO Delphine Arnault, following the death of the high profile Dior executive in a car accident.
Luxury
Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO
The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.
Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO
The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.
Luxury
Chanel CFO Philippe Blondiaux to Retire at Year’s End
The departure of Chanel’s finance chief after 15 years in the role comes amid generational change at the French couture and beauty giant and the wider luxury industry.
Chanel CFO Philippe Blondiaux to Retire at Year’s End
The departure of Chanel’s finance chief after 15 years in the role comes amid generational change at the French couture and beauty giant and the wider luxury industry.
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Luxury
Jewelmaxxing at Couture Week
Soaring appetite for high-end jewellery was on display during Paris’ Haute Couture Week with top names including Chanel, Van Cleef & Arpels and Hermès showcasing some of their biggest and boldest collections yet.
Jewelmaxxing at Couture Week
Soaring appetite for high-end jewellery was on display during Paris’ Haute Couture Week with top names including Chanel, Van Cleef & Arpels and Hermès showcasing some of their biggest and boldest collections yet.
Luxury
Richemont Opens Luxury’s Next Big Results Season
The Swiss group on Wednesday will set the tone for upcoming financial reports on the first half of the year, showing how strong its lead on the sector is holding up and offering clues about the state of the market before rivals release their numbers later this month.
Richemont Opens Luxury’s Next Big Results Season
The Swiss group on Wednesday will set the tone for upcoming financial reports on the first half of the year, showing how strong its lead on the sector is holding up and offering clues about the state of the market before rivals release their numbers later this month.
Retail
The Debrief | Luxury’s New Reality
As luxury shoppers push back against relentless price hikes and uninspiring boutique environments, BoF's Mimosa Spencer and Robert Williams break down why emotional connection has overtaken heritage as the primary driver of high-end shopping.
The Debrief | Luxury’s New Reality
As luxury shoppers push back against relentless price hikes and uninspiring boutique environments, BoF's Mimosa Spencer and Robert Williams break down why emotional connection has overtaken heritage as the primary driver of high-end shopping.
Luxury
Urban Jürgensen: Introducing Elite Watchmaking to New Audiences
Chief executive Alex Rosenfield explains in 'Face to Face With Luxury Clients' how the historic, ultra-high-end watchmaker is engaging lifestyle customers and the next generation of ‘gearheads’ with a Timothée Chalamet tie-up and a fresh approach to community building while bypassing traditional retail.
Urban Jürgensen: Introducing Elite Watchmaking to New Audiences
Chief executive Alex Rosenfield explains in 'Face to Face With Luxury Clients' how the historic, ultra-high-end watchmaker is engaging lifestyle customers and the next generation of ‘gearheads’ with a Timothée Chalamet tie-up and a fresh approach to community building while bypassing traditional retail.
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Luxury
Jessica McCormack: How a Challenger Is Seizing the Jewellery Opportunity
The London-based independent jewellery label, which sells high-end pieces for everyday wear, has boosted sales by leveraging jewellery as a means of self expression. Chief executive Leonie Brantberg details in our latest report ‘Face to Face With Luxury Clients’ the brand’s strategy and expansion plans.
Jessica McCormack: How a Challenger Is Seizing the Jewellery Opportunity
The London-based independent jewellery label, which sells high-end pieces for everyday wear, has boosted sales by leveraging jewellery as a means of self expression. Chief executive Leonie Brantberg details in our latest report ‘Face to Face With Luxury Clients’ the brand’s strategy and expansion plans.
Fashion Weeks
Haute Couture and High Jewellery Take the Paris Stage
Couture debuts from Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga and Duran Lantink at Jean Paul Gaultier along with sophomore outings by Jonathan Anderson at Dior and Matthieu Blazy at Chanel will show how Europe’s top fashion houses are angling to refresh their image and entice top clients. Also, high jewellery houses pull out their best and biggest designs.
Haute Couture and High Jewellery Take the Paris Stage
Couture debuts from Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga and Duran Lantink at Jean Paul Gaultier along with sophomore outings by Jonathan Anderson at Dior and Matthieu Blazy at Chanel will show how Europe’s top fashion houses are angling to refresh their image and entice top clients. Also, high jewellery houses pull out their best and biggest designs.
Luxury
Icicle: Capturing Interest in Chinese Brands
Executive president Louise Xu explains how the Shanghai-based quiet luxury label is tapping rising interest in Chinese brands, its novel retail concept and the differences between Chinese and Western consumers.
Icicle: Capturing Interest in Chinese Brands
Executive president Louise Xu explains how the Shanghai-based quiet luxury label is tapping rising interest in Chinese brands, its novel retail concept and the differences between Chinese and Western consumers.
Luxury
Rabanne Confirms Exit of Julien Dossena After 13-Year Run
The designer’s departure comes amid management change at the brand and owner Puig.
Rabanne Confirms Exit of Julien Dossena After 13-Year Run
The designer’s departure comes amid management change at the brand and owner Puig.
The News in Brief
Pieter Mulier Shows First Versace Look on Nicole Kidman
The designer soft-launched his tenure at the Prada-owned label months ahead of his planned runway debut, dressing Kidman for the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Practical Magic 2.’
Kris Van Assche Relaunches His Fashion Label
The former creative director of Dior Homme and Berluti is bringing back his namesake brand with designs for men and women.
Valérie Duport Elected President of Hyères Festival Organiser Amid Restructuring
The former Chanel and Kering executive succeeds Pascale Mussard, who held the role for a decade, as the global fashion talent incubator restructures operations.
Spain’s MOP Foundation to Stage David Sims Exhibit
The British photographer’s work will be the subject of a major exhibition, ‘The Hamster Becomes The Problem,’ opening Nov. 21 in A Coruña.
Marie Adam-Leenaerdt Wins Andam Grand Prize 2026
The designer will take home €300,000 to develop her label, as well as receive mentorship from Alexandre Mattiussi and support from Andam sponsors like Karla Otto.
Coperni Granted Court Approval to Continue Operating
The decision from a Paris court will place the brand under receivership protection, Coperni president Arnaud Vaillant said.
Fairly Made, Synthesia and Bluefish Win LVMH Innovation Awards
Specialists in supply chain transparency, AI-powered video creation and marketing tools grabbed LVMH’s tech prizes, split into three categories this year.