British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
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
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
Hermès Sales Climb, Boosted by US
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.