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Fashion Is Already Preparing for Gen Beta
Obviously, it’ll be a long time before the generation — born starting in 2025 into a world of AI and rapid change — will have an impact on the industry. But they’ve already sparked conversation.
Hermès Men’s Artistic Director Véronique Nichanian Steps Down
The designer, who led the brand for 37 years, will present her last collection in January, a spokesperson for Hermès has confirmed.
Harry’s Owner Mammoth Brands Acquires Baby Care Line Coterie
The premium baby care brand will join a portfolio that includes shaving line Flamingo and deodorant maker Lume.
BoF Careers Community Event: Meeting Fashion and Beauty Employee Needs
BoF Careers brought together HR executives from the likes of Louis Vuitton, The Estée Lauder Companies, Christian Dior Couture, Cartier, Pomellato, Polène and Sephora to an intimate presentation and cocktail event in Paris to explore shifting workplace dynamics.
Ulta Beauty Names New Chief Financial Officer
Christopher DelOrefice, who joins the US beauty retailer from Becton Dickinson & Company, will assume the role effective December 2025.
Kylie’s Comeback; Kenvue’s Woes
This week is all about two very different American beauty stories: one looking at its past, the other confronting its future.
Awar Odhiang, Bryan Yambao, Susanna Lau and Pierce Abernathy Join the BoF VOICES 2025 Speaker Lineup
Riz Ahmed, Luca Guadagnino, DJ Black Coffee and June Sarpong are amongst the latest confirmed speakers for BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers, now in its tenth year.
Armani Names Deputy Managing Director and Long-time Giorgio Armani Ally as CEO
Giuseppe Marsocci, who has been with Armani for 23 years, takes over as the company searches for a buyer.
Nestlé to Cut 16,000 Jobs
The world’s largest packaged food company, and parent of supplement brands like Vital Proteins, will winnow its workforce over the next two years to cut costs and win back investor confidence.
J&J Faces First Baby Powder Lawsuits in the UK
Johnson & Johnson is facing the first lawsuits in the UK over allegations that its talc products cause cancer, as it fights tens of thousands of similar claims in the US.
Victoria’s Secret’s New Take on Sexy
The second iteration of its retooled fashion show felt more like the ones that came before the 2019 cancellation — but with a modern update.
Millennials’ Favourite Sock Brand Is Finally Opening a Store
After years of online growth, Bombas joins its DTC peers in testing physical retail, bringing its ‘buy one, donate one’ mission — and growing footwear lineup — to real-life shelves in New York, Austin and Boca Raton.