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Why a Nice Tuxedo Doesn’t Cut It on the Red Carpet Anymore
Hollywood’s leading men are trading unassuming tailoring for a playful, but still refined, approach to event dressing.
The Creator Economy’s Coming-of-Age Moment | Editor’s Letter
With influencer marketing sector expected to hit $44 billion this year, The Business of Fashion is looking deeper at this rapidly changing industry with a special package on the stakes it’s facing today.
Urban Outfitters Criticised for Use of Gig Economy App in UK
Urban Outfitters and others have come under fire for advertising jobs on Temper, an gig economy app that’s been criticised for not offering basic employment rights.
Can French Connection Make ‘FCUK’ Fashionable Again?
With a North American licensing deal under its belt, the reinvented high-street giant is growing again under new owners and a global strategy.
Saks Ends E-Commerce Partnership With Amazon
The end of the luxury retailer’s partnership with Amazon, arrives two years after the e-commerce giant made a $475 million investment in Saks, Reuters reported.
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This Week: Fashion’s Biggest Sports Week Ever (Until the Next One)
Thom Browne, Abercrombie & Fitch and Tecovas are among the brands with Super Bowl activations. Meanwhile, the Winter Olympics kick off in Milan.
In the Fight for Early Payouts From Bankrupt Saks, Big Luxury Brands Have the Edge
The embattled luxury department store is ‘absolutely dependent’ on companies like Chanel, LVMH and Kering, who could ‘suffocate’ the retailer if they stopped shipping, Reuters reported.
Is There a Ceiling on Sydney Sweeney’s Selling Power?
The polarising actress has become one of the most frequently tapped brand ambassadors in Hollywood. Whether she has the sway to build a lasting venture with her new lingerie line Syrn is still to be determined.
The BoF Podcast | The Couture Season That Cut Through
Fresh off a week of major moments, Tim Blanks and Imran Amed break down the blockbuster couture debuts at Dior and Chanel and what they signify about the state of the luxury industry.
Prada Cuts Ties With Over 200 Suppliers After Labour Abuse Audit
Since the audit began in 2020, the Milanese fashion group found that more than a quarter of suppliers and subcontractors inspected had broken compliance rules.
Indian E-Commerce Firm Meesho’s Quarterly Loss Spikes as It Ramps Up Marketing
Meesho has carved out a niche for itself by offering low-priced products without charging sellers a commission.