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Exclusive: Skims’ Plan for Global Domination
Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand is preparing to enter many new markets in the US and, increasingly, globally. CEO Jens Grede spoke with The Business of Fashion about his vision to create ‘the Apple store of apparel.’

US Strikes on Iran Come at Fragile Moment for the Global Economy
The outlook now hinges on how forcefully the Islamic Republic retaliates, with any trade disruptions caused by a further escalation of the conflict acting as yet another brake on the world economy.

Prada CEO Gianfranco D’Attis to Exit the Brand
Prada Group’s chief executive Andrea Guerra will take on the role of the brand’s CEO on an interim basis.

This Week: Nike’s Earnings and Jonathan Anderson’s Dior Debut
In their own ways, both companies will provide major updates on how they plan to win back customers.

River Island Plans to Close 33 Stores, Putting Hundreds of Jobs at Risk
CEO Ben Lewis said the British fashion company would try to 'keep [job losses] to a minimum.’

Giorgio Armani to Miss Runway Shows As He’s ‘Recovering’ at Home
The Italian fashion designer will follow the shows remotely while menswear head Leo Dell’Orco will greet guests on Saturday and Monday in his stead.

‘Transform or Die’: Can a Turnaround Expert Turn Kering Around?
Luca De Meo’s appointment as the French group’s chief executive is an admission of the seriousness of the crisis the company is facing, as well as a signal of its intent to do something about it, writes Imran Amed.

EU Ditches Plans for Anti-Greenwashing Rules
The European Commission is abandoning regulation that would have required companies to back up green claims following pressure from conservative lawmakers.

The BoF Podcast | Tracee Ellis Ross: Understanding the Diversity of Humanity is Good Business
Tracee Ellis Ross shares her journey from Hollywood actress to entrepreneur with BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed, detailing the systemic changes she’s driving in the haircare industry.

Is Fashion Stuck in the Archives?
At Pitti Uomo, there was a sense of nostalgia that felt both backward looking and progressive, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Lessons in Make-Or-Break Costuming From the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy Backlash
The online ire over the initial peeks at Ryan Murphy’s upcoming series about the tragic love story of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy is a case study on why it’s important to get costuming right on TV.

Meta Launches $399 Oakley AI Smart Glasses
Meta introduces new Oakley smart glasses, expanding beyond Ray-Ban, targeting athletes and leveraging AI capabilities.