John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Opinions
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | The Business of Blackfishing
For some white influencers and entertainers, appearing as Black or racially ambiguous has become a brand-building exercise. At what cost?
Op-Ed | The Business of Blackfishing
For some white influencers and entertainers, appearing as Black or racially ambiguous has become a brand-building exercise. At what cost?
Luxury
Op-Ed | America’s Luxury Market Will Prosper Whoever Wins the Election
Luxury’s long-term growth potential in the US will remain strong regardless of which party wins Tuesday’s election, argues Erwan Rambourg.
Op-Ed | America’s Luxury Market Will Prosper Whoever Wins the Election
Luxury’s long-term growth potential in the US will remain strong regardless of which party wins Tuesday’s election, argues Erwan Rambourg.
Luxury
Op-Ed | ‘Kenzo Was Really the First Asian Designer’
Kenzo Takada, the first Asian designer to build a major Parisian fashion brand, redefined a historically white space and paved the way for others to follow, recall former Kenzo co-creative directors Carol Lim and Humberto Leon.
Op-Ed | ‘Kenzo Was Really the First Asian Designer’
Kenzo Takada, the first Asian designer to build a major Parisian fashion brand, redefined a historically white space and paved the way for others to follow, recall former Kenzo co-creative directors Carol Lim and Humberto Leon.
Luxury
Op-Ed | How Luxury Became Fast Fashion
Step by step, luxury brands have adopted the fast fashion model, with Covid-19 set to complete the shift, argues Liroy Choufan.
Op-Ed | How Luxury Became Fast Fashion
Step by step, luxury brands have adopted the fast fashion model, with Covid-19 set to complete the shift, argues Liroy Choufan.
Luxury
Op-Ed | Could Crisis Re-Energise Fashion? It Happened in the 1970s
Turbulence and trauma gave rise to Yves Saint Laurent, Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld, Gianni Versace and more. It could happen again, argues Michael Coady, former editor-in-chief of Women’s Wear Daily and CEO of Fairchild Publications.
Op-Ed | Could Crisis Re-Energise Fashion? It Happened in the 1970s
Turbulence and trauma gave rise to Yves Saint Laurent, Giorgio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld, Gianni Versace and more. It could happen again, argues Michael Coady, former editor-in-chief of Women’s Wear Daily and CEO of Fairchild Publications.
Fashion Week
In London, Fashion to Remember the Times
BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on a remarkable season brought forth by the city’s most creative young minds.
In London, Fashion to Remember the Times
BoF’s editor-at-large reflects on a remarkable season brought forth by the city’s most creative young minds.
Sustainability
Op-Ed | What Consumers Really Think About Sustainability
Consumers’ mixed signals on sustainability pose tough but surmountable obstacles for fashion brands, argue Sarah Willersdorf and Robbin Mitchell.
Op-Ed | What Consumers Really Think About Sustainability
Consumers’ mixed signals on sustainability pose tough but surmountable obstacles for fashion brands, argue Sarah Willersdorf and Robbin Mitchell.
Global Markets
Op-Ed | Africa’s Fashion Industry Has a Nepotism Problem
As the global fashion industry confronts systemic racial discrimination, it’s time for the African fashion community to look inward to uproot other forms of bias and prejudice in its ecosystems, argue Udochi Nwogu and Papa Oyeyemi.
Op-Ed | Africa’s Fashion Industry Has a Nepotism Problem
As the global fashion industry confronts systemic racial discrimination, it’s time for the African fashion community to look inward to uproot other forms of bias and prejudice in its ecosystems, argue Udochi Nwogu and Papa Oyeyemi.
Workplace & Talent
Op-Ed | A Black Fashion Executive Endures Subtle Racism for a Seat at the Table
Kevin Fegans recalls how he was forced to ignore microaggressions and compartmentalise his feelings on race relations in order to pursue his career aspirations.
Op-Ed | A Black Fashion Executive Endures Subtle Racism for a Seat at the Table
Kevin Fegans recalls how he was forced to ignore microaggressions and compartmentalise his feelings on race relations in order to pursue his career aspirations.
Retail
How to Survive the Future of Retail
Covid-19 is a once-in-a-century event that will eradicate many retail species and accelerate the growth and evolution of 'apex predators' like Amazon, Alibaba, Walmart and JD.com. Only the fittest will survive.
How to Survive the Future of Retail
Covid-19 is a once-in-a-century event that will eradicate many retail species and accelerate the growth and evolution of 'apex predators' like Amazon, Alibaba, Walmart and JD.com. Only the fittest will survive.
Media
The Truth About the Fashion World, Exposed
Colin McDowell journeys through the most famous ‘tell-all’ exposés of the intrigue, back biting and madness behind the glamorous veneer of the fashion world.
The Truth About the Fashion World, Exposed
Colin McDowell journeys through the most famous ‘tell-all’ exposés of the intrigue, back biting and madness behind the glamorous veneer of the fashion world.
Retail
Op-Ed | The DTC Reckoning Is Real. What Next?
For founders of undercapitalised, unprofitable DTC brands, partnering with a strategic player earlier than anticipated is a success, not a failing, argues Matt Kaden.
Op-Ed | The DTC Reckoning Is Real. What Next?
For founders of undercapitalised, unprofitable DTC brands, partnering with a strategic player earlier than anticipated is a success, not a failing, argues Matt Kaden.
The News in Brief
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.