Galderma to Acquire ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion
The Swiss firm agreed to purchase the medical-grade skincare company from private equity firm Blackstone and the founding Obagi family to expand its US portfolio.
New York Fashion Week
The latest news, show reviews and designer profiles from New York Fashion Week.
How Independent Thinking Powered the Spring/Summer 2027 Shows
Tim Blanks joins Imran Amed on The BoF Podcast to discuss why the season’s strongest statements — from Erdem and Simone Rocha in London to Rick Owens, Miuccia Prada and Matthieu Blazy at Chanel — came from designers acting on conviction rather than consensus.
The Top 10 Shows of the Season
BoF’s editors pick the best shows from the Spring/Summer 2027 fashion season.
Fashion’s Capital of Female Designers
This season, many of the over 60 female designers showing at New York Fashion Week played to an inherent strength, designing for the women who will actually wear their clothes.
In New York, Sad Clowns, Bright Colours, Furry Dresses and More
Lynn Yaegar reports on New York Fashion Week, including Ralph Lauren, Khaite, Calvin Klein and more.
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Why Wool Became a Flashpoint at New York Fashion Week
An altercation between CFDA president Steven Kolb and PETA protesters has become the week’s biggest news. Behind the scandal is a wider debate about why a material many view as a sustainability hero should be so controversial.
Zane Li: How to Break Out as a Young Designer
The 25-year-old designer behind LII has gone from fashion graduate to LVMH Prize runner-up in three years. Now, he’s working on turning the buzz into a business.
‘Anything Is Possible’: Kai Cenat Collides Worlds of Fashion and Streaming
The livestreaming star’s new fashion line Vivet, debuted in New York on Saturday, owes aesthetic debts to Demna and Ye, but the spirit of community at the project’s core makes him more like Gen-Z’s answer to Virgil Abloh.
Is Calvin Klein’s Collection Strategy Working?
It’s been a year and a half since the American denim and underwear giant hired another high-brow European designer to revive its runway line.
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How Henry Zankov Is Rewriting the DVF Wardrobe
The new designer’s Thursday debut bet on subtle updates to Diane von Furstenberg's most recognisable codes as he works to modernise and reignite demand for the iconic New York brand.
Ralph Lauren’s Not Looking Back
There was almost nothing nostalgic, reverential or expected about the wildly eclectic collection the senior statesman of American fashion showed on Wednesday, kicking off New York Fashion Week.
What to Look Out for at New York Fashion Week
Coach, Ralph Lauren, Henry Zankov’s Diane von Furstenberg debut, Veronica Leoni’s fourth show for Calvin Klein, Kai Cenat’s Vivet launch and Zane Li’s Lii are set to be closely watched.
The Top 10 Shows of the Season
BoF’s editors pick the best shows from the Autumn/Winter 2026 fashion season.
The News in Brief
Report: Beauty Ingredients Among Highest Risk for Human Rights Abuses
A new analysis of eight widely used cosmetics ingredients by Verisk Maplecroft found widespread exposure to child and forced labour risks, with palm oil, cocoa and shea nuts among the most problematic commodities.
Joe Corré’s Light House Club Launches Pop-Up Spaces for Emerging Designers
Independent creatives can apply to utilise pop-up spaces at Light House to sell merchandise and meet with clientele.
Givaudan Sales Beat Expectations on Fine Fragrance Strength
A surge in sales of scents for luxury perfumes and a continued recovery in flavours drove the Swiss firm’s organic sales growth clearly beyond market expectations in the third quarter, lifting its shares on Tuesday.
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Boosts Position in Burberry
Frasers Group Plc now possesses over 7 percent of the British label’s voting rights, placing it on track to be the brand’s biggest investor.
Isamaya Ffrench Has Departed Namesake Brand
The makeup artist has not been involved with Isamaya Beauty for over a year, sources told The Business of Beauty.
Shein Outsells British Rival Asos as UK Revenue Hits $3.41 Billion
The ultra-fast fashion company said sales had been bolstered by marketing partnerships with music festivals, a pop-up shop on London’s Oxford Street and local Christmas gift events.
Nike, Patagonia and Lululemon Join Group Battling Microfibre Pollution
Global environmental non-profit The Nature Conservancy has launched a new industry coalition to help apparel companies tackle microfibre pollution across their supply chains.