The CFDA Appoints Hildy Kuryk as Interim CEO
The trade body temporarily appointed Kuryk as it searches for a permanent replacement for former chief executive Steven Kolb, who resigned following a viral altercation with PETA protesters.
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The BoF Podcast | Serena Williams: ‘Pressure Is a Privilege’
In a 2019 conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, the tennis champion, who announced her retirement this week, reveals how the mental toughness she has built on the court prepared her for life as an entrepreneur.
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The BoF Podcast: Why LA Is a Hub of Converging Industries
A panel of entrepreneurs at BoF West discuss the value of interdisciplinary approaches and why Los Angeles is an ideal place for the "cross-pollination" of industries.
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How Three Fast-Growing DTC Brands Use Customer Feedback to Drive Sales
The entrepreneurs behind Allbirds, Hims and Hers and Good American outlined the keys to their brands’ success at BoF West.
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BoF West Reveals How Entrepreneurship Is Changing Fashion
At BoF's second annual West Coast summit, Serena Williams, Elizabeth Banks and industry leaders from fashion, wellness and technology broke down how they are rewriting traditional business models.
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The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
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Retail Innovators: Rachel Shechtman
In a new series, BoF explores the evolution of retail in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. First up: Rachel Shechtman, the founder of Story and brand experience officer at Macy’s, discusses how companies should approach building experiences in retail.
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Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
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Kris Jenner to Join Kim Kardashian West on Stage at BoF West
The entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of "Keeping up with the Kardashians" is part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on June 18. Find out how you can attend.
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BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
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BoF West Is Coming to Los Angeles on June 18
Hollywood, Silicon Valley and Fashion will collide at The Business of Fashion’s inaugural BoF West summit on June 18 in Los Angeles.
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Marc Jacobs Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
Hearst veteran John Wattiker joins the American fashion house as CMO on the heels of its acquisition from LVMH by WHP Global and G-III.
Vyrao Acquired by Brand Platform Tresalis
The niche perfume brand has been purchased by the new beauty operator created and backed by German investment firm Athos.
Vietnam’s Largest Listed Jeweller Forecasts Loss After Diamond Scandal
PNJ also plans to slash its revenue target. Losses in 2026 are expected as a result of a huge provision for customer buybacks following a smuggling scandal.
China, US Agree Tariff Cuts on $60 Billion of Goods
The trade deal covers an array of products, ranging from fois gras to cosmetics.
Armani Open to More Than One Investor for Sale of 15% stake, CEO Says
The comments by chief executive Giuseppe Marsocci come as the brand reportedly considers the possibility of LVMH, L’Oreal and EssilorLuxottica sharing the stake.
Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
L’Oréal Joins Forces With Nykaa to Invest in Indian Beauty Brands
BOLD, the French conglomerate’s venture capital fund, will collaborate with retailer Nykaa to invest in the next generation of Indian beauty brands.