Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.
Opinions
China
Op-Ed | Why We Based Our Fashion Start-Up in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s advantages in terms of costs, distribution, logistics and tax have helped fashion label Grana to scale fast, says founder Luke Grana.
Op-Ed | Why We Based Our Fashion Start-Up in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s advantages in terms of costs, distribution, logistics and tax have helped fashion label Grana to scale fast, says founder Luke Grana.
Fashion Week
Top 10 Shows of Spring/Summer 2016
At the end of an exciting fashion season from New York to Paris, the editors of BoF bring you the Top 10 Shows of the Season.
Top 10 Shows of Spring/Summer 2016
At the end of an exciting fashion season from New York to Paris, the editors of BoF bring you the Top 10 Shows of the Season.
Luxury
The Secret to Hermès’ Success
For two decades, Hermès has managed to make its luxury goods both impossibly exclusive and widely available, driving strong profits and growth.
The Secret to Hermès’ Success
For two decades, Hermès has managed to make its luxury goods both impossibly exclusive and widely available, driving strong profits and growth.
Retail
Op-Ed | Why E-tailers Need Brick-and-Mortar Stores
In a multi-channel world, where barriers to entry are falling, online fashion brands and retailers need a network of brick-and-mortar stores to fuel growth, argues Qasim Mohammad.
Op-Ed | Why E-tailers Need Brick-and-Mortar Stores
In a multi-channel world, where barriers to entry are falling, online fashion brands and retailers need a network of brick-and-mortar stores to fuel growth, argues Qasim Mohammad.
News & Analysis
The Women in Christopher Kane’s Inner Circle
Colin McDowell talks to Christopher Kane about going global and the women who helped him get there.
The Women in Christopher Kane’s Inner Circle
Colin McDowell talks to Christopher Kane about going global and the women who helped him get there.
Fashion Week
At New York Fashion Week, a Zest for Appropriation
Fighting the age of appropriation is pointless, but what we need is a better sense of history and more freedom of thought, says Angelo Flaccavento.
At New York Fashion Week, a Zest for Appropriation
Fighting the age of appropriation is pointless, but what we need is a better sense of history and more freedom of thought, says Angelo Flaccavento.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Changes to the Law Would Stop the Exploitation of Models
Models face systemic financial and sexual exploitation. Changes to the law could stop this, says Sara Ziff, founder of the Model Alliance.
Op-Ed | Changes to the Law Would Stop the Exploitation of Models
Models face systemic financial and sexual exploitation. Changes to the law could stop this, says Sara Ziff, founder of the Model Alliance.
Fashion Week
Op-Ed | Education, Not Regulation, Will Teach the Fashion Industry That “Health Is Beauty”
The most effective way to keep fashion models healthy and safe is through industry-wide education and open conversation, not by policing designers, says Steven Kolb, president and chief executive officer of the CFDA.
Op-Ed | Education, Not Regulation, Will Teach the Fashion Industry That “Health Is Beauty”
The most effective way to keep fashion models healthy and safe is through industry-wide education and open conversation, not by policing designers, says Steven Kolb, president and chief executive officer of the CFDA.
Fashion Week
Op-Ed | Why Women Should Embrace Self-Promotion
It’s time we embrace self-promotion as a way to earn opportunities far bigger than just front row seats, says Amy Odell, editor of Cosmopolitan.com.
Op-Ed | Why Women Should Embrace Self-Promotion
It’s time we embrace self-promotion as a way to earn opportunities far bigger than just front row seats, says Amy Odell, editor of Cosmopolitan.com.
Luxury
Michael Roberts: Fashion’s Mr Outspoken
After more than 30 years on the front row, former Vanity Fair fashion director Michael Roberts still takes no prisoners. Colin McDowell meets the silver-tongued commentator whose first rule of fashion is to always say what he thinks.
Michael Roberts: Fashion’s Mr Outspoken
After more than 30 years on the front row, former Vanity Fair fashion director Michael Roberts still takes no prisoners. Colin McDowell meets the silver-tongued commentator whose first rule of fashion is to always say what he thinks.
News & Analysis
Zegna’s Punk Whisper in Japan
Ermenegildo Zegna’s ‘Made in Japan’ collection is as soft as a whisper, which, in an era of fashion screams, is probably the most punk of gestures, says Angelo Flaccavento.
Zegna’s Punk Whisper in Japan
Ermenegildo Zegna’s ‘Made in Japan’ collection is as soft as a whisper, which, in an era of fashion screams, is probably the most punk of gestures, says Angelo Flaccavento.
Global Markets
Op-Ed | Can Luxury Brands Weather the China Storm?
With markets nervous about China’s economy, luxury groups need to position brands in their portfolio wisely, in order to perform well, argues Avery Booker.
Op-Ed | Can Luxury Brands Weather the China Storm?
With markets nervous about China’s economy, luxury groups need to position brands in their portfolio wisely, in order to perform well, argues Avery Booker.
The News in Brief
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.