Chanel
Chanel is a French luxury fashion house founded by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel in Paris in 1910. The company is privately owned and headquartered in London.
What the Death of Daywear Means for the Brands That Peddle It
The One Percent no longer wants to dress like ladies who lunch, leaving the brands who make their clothes facing an identity crisis.
Should Fashion Brands Bet on Star Designers?
There are advantages to hiring a star designer who knows how to feed the voracious publicity machine, argues Alexandra Shulman.
Announcing Valentino, Finch + Partners and ISKO
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Meet Fashion's First Computer-Generated Influencer
@lilmiquela wears Chanel, Prada and Supreme, works with fashion magazines and advocates for social change. Does it matter that she is a virtual avatar?
On Road to Autumn IPO, Farfetch Inks Middle East Deal
The fashion ‘unicorn’ has entered into a joint venture with Chalhoub Group ahead of a $5 billion IPO that is set for September 2018, according to sources close to the deal.
China's Young Shoppers Breathe New Life Into Luxury Market
The shift to Millennials, who pushed the Chinese market up to $22.07 billion in sales last year, spurred the rise of new areas such as luxury streetwear.
Chinese Investors Pile Into Global Fashion Businesses
In this month’s China Edit, BoF explores the flurry of activity from Chinese firms investing in the fashion sector.
Anne Chapelle’s Next Move: Rebooting Poiret
The Belgian businesswoman behind the rise of Ann Demeulemeester and Haider Ackermann has taken on a new challenge: resurrecting Paul Poiret.
Luxottica Forecasts Strong Growth After Sales Meet Guidance
The world's biggest eyewear maker sees 2017 adjusted net income growing strongly after a robust fourth quarter helped it to meet its full-year sales guidance.
Gucci or Balenciaga: Which Was the Hottest Fashion Brand in 2017?
In the latest Lyst Index, BoF reveals the 10 hottest brands and 10 top-selling products of 2017 — as well as the secrets behind their success.