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.
Professional Preparation For a Career in Fashion
At New York’s LIM College, students are given the opportunity to incorporate real-world experiences into a nuanced and wide-ranging business curriculum taught by industry professionals.
Designer Fragrances Take Cues from the Growing 'Niche' Market
What fashion houses can learn from the growth of indie brands like Le Labo, D.S. & Durga and Byredo.
Making Sense of Chanel's Secret Filings
For the past two years Chanel has quietly reported revenue declines as well as double-digit drops in profitability. What does it mean for the future of the world’s most famous fashion brand?
Chanel Sees Dip in Sales, Profits
Chanel International BV — a Dutch holding company that is part of the Chanel empire —saw a year-on-year loss of 9 percent in 2016, with a turnover of $5.67 billion, according to new reports.
Why Fashion Can't Forget Its References
BoF speaks to leading fashion educators, who supply creative talent to the likes of Tom Ford, J.W.Anderson and Louis Vuitton, to uncover why the study of history remains imperative for a successful career in fashion.
Power Moves | Kate Phelan Exits Topshop, Kering Hires From Apple
This week, Topshop's creative director Kate Phelan steps down, while Kering-owned Ulysse Nardin names Patrick Pruniaux its new chief executive.
In the Age of Instagram, Murals Take on New Meaning
The art wall’s allure as a social media-worthy photo op has been embraced by retailers as a marketing opportunity. Does it convert into sales?
Korea’s Big Retailers Under Pressure
South Korea's retail sector has long been dominated by major conglomerates, but the country’s new president seems prepared to take a harder stance against the country's so-called 'chaebols.'
What Can Luxury Learn from Beauty Influencers?
In a world where earned media often speaks louder than paid marketing, the cost of not nurturing conversation can be high.
Fashion’s Hottest Brands and Top Selling Products in Q2
In a new series, BoF and Lyst crunch the numbers to bring you the definitive list of the highest performing fashion brands and products, quarter by quarter.