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Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat
A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.

Explainer: Fashion’s New Tariff Threat
A US trade probe into forced labour could trigger new tariffs and import bans, forcing fashion brands to implement more robust supply-chain transparency.

How to Build a Profitable Handbag Business From Scratch
With profitability now within reach, the London-based luxury leather goods brand Metiér is raising fresh capital to fuel its next chapter.

How to Build a Profitable Handbag Business From Scratch
With profitability now within reach, the London-based luxury leather goods brand Metiér is raising fresh capital to fuel its next chapter.

Mumbai’s Le Mill Acquired by Burgundy Brand Collective
The Colaba boutique that helped introduce global luxury brands to Indian shoppers is set to become the first concept store in Burgundy Brand Collective’s fashion portfolio.

Mumbai’s Le Mill Acquired by Burgundy Brand Collective
The Colaba boutique that helped introduce global luxury brands to Indian shoppers is set to become the first concept store in Burgundy Brand Collective’s fashion portfolio.

EBay Forecasts Second-Quarter Revenue Above Estimates
The company's strategy to pivot away from low-value, high-volume items is gaining traction.

EBay Forecasts Second-Quarter Revenue Above Estimates
The company's strategy to pivot away from low-value, high-volume items is gaining traction.

The Debrief | Why Some Retailers Are Ignoring the Internet
As the global luxury e-commerce engine stalls, BoF correspondent Austin Kim discusses his look at independent boutiques finding that the right strategic move is to stay offline.

The Debrief | Why Some Retailers Are Ignoring the Internet
As the global luxury e-commerce engine stalls, BoF correspondent Austin Kim discusses his look at independent boutiques finding that the right strategic move is to stay offline.

LVMH Watch Boss Sees Jean Arnault as Best Candidate for His Role
Jean-Christophe Babin, the head of LVMH’s watch division, said he’s ready for a phased retirement.

LVMH Watch Boss Sees Jean Arnault as Best Candidate for His Role
Jean-Christophe Babin, the head of LVMH’s watch division, said he’s ready for a phased retirement.

Why an H&M Alum Launched a Talent Company for AI Models
One of the minds behind H&M’s foray into using digital twins of human models has struck out on her own with a new company that’s pushing the idea even further.

Why an H&M Alum Launched a Talent Company for AI Models
One of the minds behind H&M’s foray into using digital twins of human models has struck out on her own with a new company that’s pushing the idea even further.

Vogue to Launch Romanian Edition in 2027
The new edition will debut with six print issues a year, joining a growing roster of licenced titles in the magazine’s international portfolio.

Vogue to Launch Romanian Edition in 2027
The new edition will debut with six print issues a year, joining a growing roster of licenced titles in the magazine’s international portfolio.

Sol de Janeiro Appoints Jordan Saxemard as CEO, Heela Yang Exits Brand
The L’Occitane-owned body care label has announced a new chief executive and the departure of its founder.

Sol de Janeiro Appoints Jordan Saxemard as CEO, Heela Yang Exits Brand
The L’Occitane-owned body care label has announced a new chief executive and the departure of its founder.

Inside Susan Yara’s Second Act
The founder of Naturium unveils the details of her tropical new body and haircare brand, Playa, exclusively to The Business of Beauty.

Inside Susan Yara’s Second Act
The founder of Naturium unveils the details of her tropical new body and haircare brand, Playa, exclusively to The Business of Beauty.

Gen Z Can’t Get Enough of Teensy ‘Grandma Watches’
Driven by the secondary market and a new generation of female collectors, heritage brands are pivoting to sub-34mm designs to capture a market that values personal style over traditional horological bulk.

Gen Z Can’t Get Enough of Teensy ‘Grandma Watches’
Driven by the secondary market and a new generation of female collectors, heritage brands are pivoting to sub-34mm designs to capture a market that values personal style over traditional horological bulk.

Armani 2025 Sales Dip as Group Flags Market Shifts
The Italian group reported a 2.8% drop in revenue in its first full-year results since the death of founder Giorgio Armani.

Armani 2025 Sales Dip as Group Flags Market Shifts
The Italian group reported a 2.8% drop in revenue in its first full-year results since the death of founder Giorgio Armani.