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.
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News & Analysis
Renzo Rosso’s OTB Invests in Amiri
The Italian fashion group that owns Diesel, Marni and Maison Margiela took a minority stake in the Los Angeles-based brand founded by Mike Amiri.
Renzo Rosso’s OTB Invests in Amiri
The Italian fashion group that owns Diesel, Marni and Maison Margiela took a minority stake in the Los Angeles-based brand founded by Mike Amiri.
News & Analysis
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
News & Analysis
Kim Jones Talks Dior & His Relationship With Alexander McQueen in Extensive Interview
"He touches on his attempt to reinvent Dior’s oblique pattern on modern silhouettes, while also speaking on inspirations for his line."
Kim Jones Talks Dior & His Relationship With Alexander McQueen in Extensive Interview
"He touches on his attempt to reinvent Dior’s oblique pattern on modern silhouettes, while also speaking on inspirations for his line."
Financial Markets
Topshop's Stunning Collapse Proves No Retailer Is Too Big to Fail
This week everyone will be talking about whether creditors will approve a rescue plan for Topshop parent Arcadia, Revolve's initial public offering and new men's collections from Saint Laurent and Prada. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Topshop's Stunning Collapse Proves No Retailer Is Too Big to Fail
This week everyone will be talking about whether creditors will approve a rescue plan for Topshop parent Arcadia, Revolve's initial public offering and new men's collections from Saint Laurent and Prada. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Retail
Arcadia Group Chairman Philip Green Charged With Misdemeanour Assault
The charges, stemming from accusations he inappropriately touched a woman in Arizona, comes as Green is locked in a showdown with creditors.
Arcadia Group Chairman Philip Green Charged With Misdemeanour Assault
The charges, stemming from accusations he inappropriately touched a woman in Arizona, comes as Green is locked in a showdown with creditors.
Luxury
Op-Ed | Why Rihanna’s Fenty Is The End of the Star Designer
Fenty has pushed the idea of the star designer to its logical conclusion — and breaking point. After all, who needs a star designer when you have a real star?
Op-Ed | Why Rihanna’s Fenty Is The End of the Star Designer
Fenty has pushed the idea of the star designer to its logical conclusion — and breaking point. After all, who needs a star designer when you have a real star?
News & Analysis
The New Rules of Influencer Marketing
As influencer collaborations saturate social feeds and consumers grow increasingly sceptical of social selling, BoF offers tips for cutting through the noise.
The New Rules of Influencer Marketing
As influencer collaborations saturate social feeds and consumers grow increasingly sceptical of social selling, BoF offers tips for cutting through the noise.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Kim Jones on the Legacy and Futurism of Luxury Curation
Speaking in conversation with BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks, Dior's menswear artistic director discusses everything from extra-terrestrial life to ancient Egypt and, of course, his philosophy as a designer.
The BoF Podcast: Kim Jones on the Legacy and Futurism of Luxury Curation
Speaking in conversation with BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks, Dior's menswear artistic director discusses everything from extra-terrestrial life to ancient Egypt and, of course, his philosophy as a designer.
News & Analysis
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
Sustainability
What’s Stopping the Fashion Industry From Agreeing on Climate Action?
LVMH won't be participating in a new climate initiative spearheaded by rival Kering — the latest example of the challenge the industry faces in setting common goals to tackle major systemic issues.
What’s Stopping the Fashion Industry From Agreeing on Climate Action?
LVMH won't be participating in a new climate initiative spearheaded by rival Kering — the latest example of the challenge the industry faces in setting common goals to tackle major systemic issues.
News & Analysis
Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
News & Analysis
LVMH Takes Majority Stake in Repossi
The French luxury group quietly added to its existing investment in the Italian fine jewellery brand last year, supporting international expansion.
LVMH Takes Majority Stake in Repossi
The French luxury group quietly added to its existing investment in the Italian fine jewellery brand last year, supporting international expansion.
The News in Brief
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.
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.