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At Celine, Michael Rider’s Salade Mixte
The designer’s debut for the house contained nods to the tenures of Hedi Slimane, Phoebe Philo and Michael Kors, as well as Rider’s own work for Polo Ralph Lauren, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Influencers Urged to Steer Clear of Politics During US Immigration Crackdown
Lawyers are advising content creators that weighing in on political topics can come with serious risks.
US Close to Several Trade Deals, Bessent Says
Announcements are expected in the coming days ahead of a July 9 deadline for higher tariffs, according to the US Treasury Secretary.
This Week: Paris Couture and Trump’s Tariffs
Both sides of fashion’s value equation will be put to the test in the coming days as couture houses flex their creative muscles and consumer prices hang in the balance pending trade deals between the US and major fashion manufacturing hubs.
The BoF Podcast | Rachel Scott on the Sensuality of Craft
Designer Rachel Scott discusses redefining craft as a sensual experience with her brand Diotima, and advocating for a more inclusive, class-conscious fashion industry.
The World Is Getting Warmer. Fashion Thinks It Can Handle the Heat.
Weather extremes like the sizzling heatwaves that blanketed Europe and the US this week pose a growing threat to business. But in recently released investor reports, big fashion brands say they don’t see climate as a material risk in the near term.
How Lululemon’s Anti-Dupe Lawsuit Became Free Marketing for Costco
Unlike typical IP battles, Lululemon’s dispute with Costco is playing out in the court of public opinion — where consumers increasingly favour dupes over pricey originals.
BoF Masterclass |The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2
Watch on demand a BoF Professional Masterclass that explores the topic in our latest report, “The State of Fashion: Beauty Volume 2.”
For Retailers, US-Vietnam Trade Deal Leaves Questions
New US tariffs on Vietnamese imports create uncertainty for sportswear and clothing retailers like Nike and Adidas.
The Fashion Revival of Basketball Sneakers
A wave of new performance basketball sneakers featuring fresh designs has shoppers once again considering the category for fashion and not just for wear on the court.
H&M Releases First Images With AI Digital Twins
The company debuted the images on Instagram on Wednesday, in a post that explained its approach to AI imagery.
Opinion: Luxury Brands Have Tennis Fever
High-end labels are piling into tennis, but the women’s tour remains an untapped opportunity, writes Daniel-Yaw Miller.