Valentino
Valentino is an Italian luxury fashion brand founded by Valentino Garavani in 1960. The brand offers haute couture and ready-to-wear lines.
The ‘Made In’ Dilemma: To Label, or Not to Label
Consumers care about the origin of their products, but luxury brands are all over the place when it comes to 'Made in' disclosures, says Luca Solca of Exane BNP Paribas.
Panama, Latin America’s Nerve Centre
As the gateway to a regional fashion market worth $150 billion and a hub connecting 600 million people, there is more to Panama than meets the eye.
How Stüssy Became a $50 Million Global Streetwear Brand Without Selling Out
Growing organically from its surf-inspired roots, the independent label, which turns 35 this year, managed to parlay its heritage into a business that generated $50 million last year, even without the man whose name is on the label.
Power Moves | MyTheresa CFO, Ostwald to Kors, Cerruti Loses Artistic Director
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
A Closer Look at the $13 Billion Premium Eyewear Market
Kering’s decision to take its eyewear business in house was dubbed an “eyewear revolution,” but what does it mean for the giants that dominate the market?
Op-Ed | Stop Waiting for the Perfect Moment to Invest in Africa
Some international fashion players are dithering for too long or taking a half-hearted approach to African markets, says Omoyemi Akerele, founder of Lagos Fashion and Design Week.
Op Ed | The End of Orientalism
The Met’s new fashion exhibit in New York marks the end of the Orientalist era for Western designers, says Liz Flora.
The Second Coming of LN-CC
One year after being bought out of bankruptcy by Italian e-commerce provider The Level Group, progressive fashion retailer LN-CC has hit the reboot button.
Power Moves | DKNY Taps Public School Designers, Eva Chen Exits Lucky, DVF Names CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Valentino Owner’s Investment to Help Boyner Pay Acquisition Debt
Mayhoola for Investments Opc, a buyout firm from Qatar, will purchase 30.7 percent of the Turkish distributor of luxury brands including Dolce & Gabbana and Christian Dior.