Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
Podcasts
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News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Stephen Jones on the Craft of Millinery
In this week's episode of Inside Fashion, BoF's editor-at-large Tim Blanks sits down with Stephen Jones, the prolific hatter who has played a defining role in millinery for decades.
The BoF Podcast: Stephen Jones on the Craft of Millinery
In this week's episode of Inside Fashion, BoF's editor-at-large Tim Blanks sits down with Stephen Jones, the prolific hatter who has played a defining role in millinery for decades.
Media
The BoF Podcast: John Ridding and David Pemsel on Reinventing Old Media for a New Media World
The news media business is in crisis, but the chief executives of the Financial Times and Guardian say their models prove people value quality journalism in a world of fake news and political polarisation.
The BoF Podcast: John Ridding and David Pemsel on Reinventing Old Media for a New Media World
The news media business is in crisis, but the chief executives of the Financial Times and Guardian say their models prove people value quality journalism in a world of fake news and political polarisation.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Matthew Williams on His Journey to Founding Alyx
This week on BoF's Inside Fashion podcast, Matthew Williams talks to Imran Amed about working with creative talent in music, art and fashion before launching his luxury streetwear brand Alyx.
The BoF Podcast: Matthew Williams on His Journey to Founding Alyx
This week on BoF's Inside Fashion podcast, Matthew Williams talks to Imran Amed about working with creative talent in music, art and fashion before launching his luxury streetwear brand Alyx.
Technology
The BoF Podcast: Angel Investor Ian Hogarth on the Emerging Geopolitics of AI
The race to develop artificial intelligence will define geopolitics in the coming decades, much as oil and nuclear weapons defined the 20th century.
The BoF Podcast: Angel Investor Ian Hogarth on the Emerging Geopolitics of AI
The race to develop artificial intelligence will define geopolitics in the coming decades, much as oil and nuclear weapons defined the 20th century.
Fashion Week
The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Autumn 2019 Season
BoF's editor-at-large sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the commercial potential of bourgeois style, Fendi and Chanel's emotional farewell to Karl Lagerfeld, and the cultural impact of fashion's reflection on social issues.
The BoF Podcast: Tim Blanks on the Autumn 2019 Season
BoF's editor-at-large sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the commercial potential of bourgeois style, Fendi and Chanel's emotional farewell to Karl Lagerfeld, and the cultural impact of fashion's reflection on social issues.
Technology
The BoF Podcast: Futurist Lucie Greene on Big Tech Versus the State
The futurist author and columnist unpacks tech giants' powerful influence over day-to-day life and public policy, making a case for deeper consideration of the ideology that underpins this culture of innovation and disruption.
The BoF Podcast: Futurist Lucie Greene on Big Tech Versus the State
The futurist author and columnist unpacks tech giants' powerful influence over day-to-day life and public policy, making a case for deeper consideration of the ideology that underpins this culture of innovation and disruption.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Stadium Goods’ John McPheters on the Streetwear Resale Opportunity
In his first one-to-one interview since his company's acquisition by Farfetch, the Stadium Goods co-founder talks to Imran Amed about his unconventional path to fashion, how he nearly ended up in the diamond industry, and defying the ‘streetwear bubble.’
The BoF Podcast: Stadium Goods’ John McPheters on the Streetwear Resale Opportunity
In his first one-to-one interview since his company's acquisition by Farfetch, the Stadium Goods co-founder talks to Imran Amed about his unconventional path to fashion, how he nearly ended up in the diamond industry, and defying the ‘streetwear bubble.’
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Francesca Bellettini: ‘It’s Better to Present Yourself the Way You Really Are’
The CEO of Saint Laurent sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the importance of authenticity, balancing legacy with growth — and taking 500 employees to Morocco.
The BoF Podcast: Francesca Bellettini: ‘It’s Better to Present Yourself the Way You Really Are’
The CEO of Saint Laurent sits down with Imran Amed to discuss the importance of authenticity, balancing legacy with growth — and taking 500 employees to Morocco.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Stephanie Phair on Nurturing Fashion’s Future Female Leaders
Farfetch’s chief strategy officer and BFC chair Stephanie Phair shares her insight on how fashion can better support gender diversity within the workplace.
The BoF Podcast: Stephanie Phair on Nurturing Fashion’s Future Female Leaders
Farfetch’s chief strategy officer and BFC chair Stephanie Phair shares her insight on how fashion can better support gender diversity within the workplace.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Remembering the Life and Work of Karl Lagerfeld
In a special episode of The BoF Podcast, Tim Blanks and Imran Amed sit down to discuss their memories and reflections on the passing of the fashion icon.
The BoF Podcast: Remembering the Life and Work of Karl Lagerfeld
In a special episode of The BoF Podcast, Tim Blanks and Imran Amed sit down to discuss their memories and reflections on the passing of the fashion icon.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Joshua Graham Lynn on the ‘Vast Ring of Influence’ in American Politics
The co-founder of RepresentUs, a non-profit campaign group, illustrated the corrupt nature of America's political system and the crucial role of grass-roots activity in effecting change at a federal level.
The BoF Podcast: Joshua Graham Lynn on the ‘Vast Ring of Influence’ in American Politics
The co-founder of RepresentUs, a non-profit campaign group, illustrated the corrupt nature of America's political system and the crucial role of grass-roots activity in effecting change at a federal level.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Sadhguru on Wellbeing and the Sustainability of Indian Textiles
Imran Amed sits down with Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, accomplished yogi and founder of the Isha foundation, whose latest social movement is pushing for the use of sustainable and natural textiles in the fashion industry.
The BoF Podcast: Sadhguru on Wellbeing and the Sustainability of Indian Textiles
Imran Amed sits down with Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, accomplished yogi and founder of the Isha foundation, whose latest social movement is pushing for the use of sustainable and natural textiles in the fashion industry.
The News in Brief
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.