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Chanel is a French luxury fashion house founded by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel in Paris in 1910. The company is privately owned by the Wertheimer family and headquartered in Paris.

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Luxury

Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion

The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.

Luxury

Explainer: How Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Luxury Fashion

The Trump administration’s radical changes to US trade policy won’t push retail prices up enough to directly dampen sales, but the effects on the global economy and consumer sentiment could seriously dent an industry still struggling to bounce back from a sharp downturn in demand.


Luxury

The Logic Behind Chanel’s Boat Race Deal

The French luxury giant’s sponsorship of the annual Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race is more about brand storytelling than reach. ‘You are talking about the ultimate level of sport with the purest values,’ said Chanel’s president of watches and jewellery Frédéric Grangié.

Luxury

The Logic Behind Chanel’s Boat Race Deal

The French luxury giant’s sponsorship of the annual Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race is more about brand storytelling than reach. ‘You are talking about the ultimate level of sport with the purest values,’ said Chanel’s president of watches and jewellery Frédéric Grangié.


Fashion Week

5 Brands That Dominated the Social Conversation During Paris Fashion Week

While critics may have hailed Tom Ford and Givenchy as standout moments of the season, new analysis from BoF INSIGHTS PULSE says Schiaparelli, Coperni and Chanel led the user-generated conversation on social media during Paris Fashion Week.

Fashion Week

5 Brands That Dominated the Social Conversation During Paris Fashion Week

While critics may have hailed Tom Ford and Givenchy as standout moments of the season, new analysis from BoF INSIGHTS PULSE says Schiaparelli, Coperni and Chanel led the user-generated conversation on social media during Paris Fashion Week.


Beauty

The Niche Perfumers Betting Big on Asia

Interest in niche fragrances is growing the overall perfume market in Asia, which has been historically dwarfed by its skincare and cosmetics segments. Global cult brands like Byredo are refreshing their local efforts to win big.

Beauty

The Niche Perfumers Betting Big on Asia

Interest in niche fragrances is growing the overall perfume market in Asia, which has been historically dwarfed by its skincare and cosmetics segments. Global cult brands like Byredo are refreshing their local efforts to win big.


Fashion Weeks

Paris Day Nine: Fashion Is a Kitchen, Not a Laboratory

The importance of a recipe — not a formula — was on display at Chanel, Miu Miu and Saint Laurent on the last day of Paris Fashion Week.

Fashion Weeks

Paris Day Nine: Fashion Is a Kitchen, Not a Laboratory

The importance of a recipe — not a formula — was on display at Chanel, Miu Miu and Saint Laurent on the last day of Paris Fashion Week.


Luxury

This Week: Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Miu Miu and Maybe Some News, Too

Some of the biggest and hottest luxury brands close out Paris Fashion Week, after which M&A and long-awaited designer appointments will again dominate the news cycle.

Luxury

This Week: Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Miu Miu and Maybe Some News, Too

Some of the biggest and hottest luxury brands close out Paris Fashion Week, after which M&A and long-awaited designer appointments will again dominate the news cycle.


Luxury

Year of Designer Debuts Is a Crucial Test for Fashion’s Dream Machine

Givenchy, Tom Ford and Dries Van Noten will reveal new creative visions this week ahead of anticipated reboots at Chanel, Gucci, Dior and others. Can refreshed runway collections combat consumer fatigue?

Luxury

Year of Designer Debuts Is a Crucial Test for Fashion’s Dream Machine

Givenchy, Tom Ford and Dries Van Noten will reveal new creative visions this week ahead of anticipated reboots at Chanel, Gucci, Dior and others. Can refreshed runway collections combat consumer fatigue?


Fashion Week

In Paris, Haute Couture’s Air of Restoration

This season, the couture shows seemed less focused on storytelling than simply catering to the wealthy, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

In Paris, Haute Couture’s Air of Restoration

This season, the couture shows seemed less focused on storytelling than simply catering to the wealthy, reports Angelo Flaccavento.


News & Analysis

The Top 10 Stories that Shaped Fashion in 2024

BoF looks back at the news that changed the industry this year — and will define the fashion agenda in 2025.

News & Analysis

The Top 10 Stories that Shaped Fashion in 2024

BoF looks back at the news that changed the industry this year — and will define the fashion agenda in 2025.


Luxury

Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy

The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.

Luxury

Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy

The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.