The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
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News & Analysis
Assessing Kering’s ‘Eyewear Revolution’
Is Kering’s decision to end its licensing agreement with Safilo and bring its eyewear business in-house risky business or a sound strategic move?
Assessing Kering’s ‘Eyewear Revolution’
Is Kering’s decision to end its licensing agreement with Safilo and bring its eyewear business in-house risky business or a sound strategic move?
Retail
Fossil Group Tops 3Q Forecasts
Fossil Group Inc. on Tuesday reported third-quarter earnings of $103.7 million. The results beat Wall Street expectations.
Fossil Group Tops 3Q Forecasts
Fossil Group Inc. on Tuesday reported third-quarter earnings of $103.7 million. The results beat Wall Street expectations.
News & Analysis
Isaac Reina, Soft Meets Structured
PARIS, France — The small and relatively under-the-radar collection of bags and small leather goods by Paris-based designer Isaac Reina has quietly
Isaac Reina, Soft Meets Structured
PARIS, France — The small and relatively under-the-radar collection of bags and small leather goods by Paris-based designer Isaac Reina has quietly
News & Analysis
Black Milk, 'Sharkies' and the Rise of a Fashion Fandom
BRISBANE, Australia — Fandoms are communities that take root and grow around cultish aspects of pop culture. Think Potterheads (fans of Harry
Black Milk, 'Sharkies' and the Rise of a Fashion Fandom
BRISBANE, Australia — Fandoms are communities that take root and grow around cultish aspects of pop culture. Think Potterheads (fans of Harry
Financial Markets
Jimmy Choo to Begin London IPO Next Month
Jimmy Choo Ltd. will begin an initial public offering in London next month after owner JAB Holdings approved plans to sell a stake in the maker of $1,995 Lust peep-toe sandals.
Jimmy Choo to Begin London IPO Next Month
Jimmy Choo Ltd. will begin an initial public offering in London next month after owner JAB Holdings approved plans to sell a stake in the maker of $1,995 Lust peep-toe sandals.
Luxury
Exclusive First Look: Six Design 'Iconoclasts' Interpret Louis Vuitton's Monogram
Today, BoF brings you an exclusive first look at Louis Vuitton’s 'Celebrating Monogram’ collaboration with six art and design legends: Karl Lagerfeld, Frank Gehry, Cindy Sherman, Marc Newson, Christian Louboutin and Rei Kawakubo, each of whom have re-imagined the fashion powerhouse’s iconic monogram.
Exclusive First Look: Six Design 'Iconoclasts' Interpret Louis Vuitton's Monogram
Today, BoF brings you an exclusive first look at Louis Vuitton’s 'Celebrating Monogram’ collaboration with six art and design legends: Karl Lagerfeld, Frank Gehry, Cindy Sherman, Marc Newson, Christian Louboutin and Rei Kawakubo, each of whom have re-imagined the fashion powerhouse’s iconic monogram.
Financial Markets
Jimmy Choo IPO Could Value Brand at $1 Billion
Jimmy Choo, the luxury shoemaker owned by JAB Holdings, may begin its initial public offering in London as soon as this month amid rising demand for expensive footwear, according to people with knowledge of the situation.
Jimmy Choo IPO Could Value Brand at $1 Billion
Jimmy Choo, the luxury shoemaker owned by JAB Holdings, may begin its initial public offering in London as soon as this month amid rising demand for expensive footwear, according to people with knowledge of the situation.
News & Analysis
Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’
Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.
Tod's Edges Away from Shoes, Aims to Become ‘Maison’
Italian designer label Tod's is edging away from its comfortable driving shoes, ballerina flats and platform sandals in an attempt to diversify its business and revive flagging sales.
News & Analysis
Aldo CEO on the Secrets of His Global Success
Aldo Bensadoun tells BoF how the shoe company he started with just one design grew into one of the world’s largest footwear retailers.
Aldo CEO on the Secrets of His Global Success
Aldo Bensadoun tells BoF how the shoe company he started with just one design grew into one of the world’s largest footwear retailers.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
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.
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.