JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
accessories
Luxury
What Kering's Cartier Deal Means for the Eyewear Market
Kering Eyewear has signed a partnership to develop, manufacture and distribute eyewear for Cartier, its first external deal at a time of radical change in the sector.
What Kering's Cartier Deal Means for the Eyewear Market
Kering Eyewear has signed a partnership to develop, manufacture and distribute eyewear for Cartier, its first external deal at a time of radical change in the sector.
Luxury
Hermès Profit Climbs 10% on Handbag Sales, Growth in Europe
The luxury industry has been reporting signs of improvement after years of ebbing demand in China and a slowdown in European tourism.
Hermès Profit Climbs 10% on Handbag Sales, Growth in Europe
The luxury industry has been reporting signs of improvement after years of ebbing demand in China and a slowdown in European tourism.
News & Analysis
Meet Pierre Denis: The Fashion ‘Outsider’ Steering Jimmy Choo
"While carrying on with the day job of shifting plenty of £2995 Cinderella slippers in London, New York and Paris, he has led expansion in Asia and a
Meet Pierre Denis: The Fashion ‘Outsider’ Steering Jimmy Choo
"While carrying on with the day job of shifting plenty of £2995 Cinderella slippers in London, New York and Paris, he has led expansion in Asia and a
News & Analysis
6 Lessons For Building a Winning Accessories Business
In a rough retail environment, shoes and handbags benefit from higher margins and fewer discounts. BoF quizzed independent shoe and handbag designers at New York Fashion Week to understand what’s working.
6 Lessons For Building a Winning Accessories Business
In a rough retail environment, shoes and handbags benefit from higher margins and fewer discounts. BoF quizzed independent shoe and handbag designers at New York Fashion Week to understand what’s working.
Financial Markets
Kate Spade Tops Fourth Quarter Profit Forecasts
Kate Spade shares have increased slightly more than 5 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has increased 18 percent in the last 12 months.
Kate Spade Tops Fourth Quarter Profit Forecasts
Kate Spade shares have increased slightly more than 5 percent since the beginning of the year. The stock has increased 18 percent in the last 12 months.
News & Analysis
Fossil Tops Fourth Quarter Profit Forecasts
The watch and accessories maker posted revenue of $959.2 million in the period, which missed Street forecasts.
Fossil Tops Fourth Quarter Profit Forecasts
The watch and accessories maker posted revenue of $959.2 million in the period, which missed Street forecasts.
Luxury
Kors vs. Coach: Which is Best Positioned to Buy Kate Spade?
Two of Kate Spade’s biggest competitors are reportedly considering buying the accessible luxury brand. Which is likely to win — and should either of them be bidding in the first place?
Kors vs. Coach: Which is Best Positioned to Buy Kate Spade?
Two of Kate Spade’s biggest competitors are reportedly considering buying the accessible luxury brand. Which is likely to win — and should either of them be bidding in the first place?
News & Analysis
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Ready-to-Wear for Autumn 2017
The accessories brand will also adopt an in-season model as it continues to grow beyond the it-bags that first fuelled its success.
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Ready-to-Wear for Autumn 2017
The accessories brand will also adopt an in-season model as it continues to grow beyond the it-bags that first fuelled its success.
Retail
Michael Kors, Prada Skimp on New Designs in Face of Handbag Woes
Michael Kors Holdings Ltd., Prada SpA, LVMH’s Louis Vuitton and Burberry Group Plc all reduced the number of styles introduced last quarter.
Michael Kors, Prada Skimp on New Designs in Face of Handbag Woes
Michael Kors Holdings Ltd., Prada SpA, LVMH’s Louis Vuitton and Burberry Group Plc all reduced the number of styles introduced last quarter.
Luxury
Can Complét Pull a Mansur Gavriel?
This month, our spotlight shines on Complét, a Tel Aviv-based accessories brand with global ambitions.
Can Complét Pull a Mansur Gavriel?
This month, our spotlight shines on Complét, a Tel Aviv-based accessories brand with global ambitions.
News & Analysis
How Trump-Era Trade Policy Threatens to Send Up Prices You See on Store Shelves
"Few industries are likely to feel the jolt more acutely than retail, which sells you smartphones made in China, sneakers made in Vietnam and
How Trump-Era Trade Policy Threatens to Send Up Prices You See on Store Shelves
"Few industries are likely to feel the jolt more acutely than retail, which sells you smartphones made in China, sneakers made in Vietnam and
News & Analysis
Vegetable ‘Ivory’ Offers Accessory Alternative for China’s Green Fashion Advocates
"While not necessarily an elephant ivory replacement, tagua producers are hoping to make gains in China’s local luxury fashion industry."
Vegetable ‘Ivory’ Offers Accessory Alternative for China’s Green Fashion Advocates
"While not necessarily an elephant ivory replacement, tagua producers are hoping to make gains in China’s local luxury fashion industry."
The News in Brief
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.
Kevin Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.
Mco Parent VidaCorp Rebrands to Axia Beauty Group
The company, which also owns brands Nude by Nature and Poni, also announced its new global headquarters and chief marketing officer.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.