Chanel Extends Revamp as Fashion Head Pavlovsky Exits Board
The move follows CFO Philippe Blondiaux’s decision to retire at the end of this year after more than 15 years at Chanel.
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A Uniform Edge at Versus
Versus is courting millennials with a fierce hunger to define themselves as individuals.
News & Analysis
How Burberry is Operationalising 'See Now, Buy Now'
In advance of Burberry’s first ‘see now, buy now’ show, BoF breaks down the brand’s new operating model.
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Pure, Vital Fashion at Marc Jacobs
One thing that is enduringly wonderful about Marc Jacobs is the way he spins his own youthful obsessions into such convincing, contemporary fashion fantasias.
Retail
The Potential of Pilgrim Retail
New retail developments in Jeddah and Mecca are evidence of the opportunity presented by increasing numbers of pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.
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Fashion Immediacy at Ralph Lauren
The king of the lifestyle brand made his collection available to purchase immediately, but were the clothes irresistible enough?
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Mercury Rising at Narciso Rodriguez
The irresistible buzz, the tension between purity, eroticism and rigour — what other designer can satisfy the same craving?
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At Boss, Playing the Colour Card
Jason Wu drew from the much-referenced oeuvre of British painter David Hockney.
News & Analysis
Social Goods | Tamara Mellon Sues Jimmy Choo, Philip Green Under Fire, Modest Models
This week, Tamara Mellon filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Choo, while UK lawmakers turned up the heat on Sir Philip Green.
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Modern Dames and Inner Goofballs at Michael Kors
Kicky little dresses radiated good times, before a strong strand of old Hollywood and film noir closed the show.
Fashion Week
Coach's Millennial Magnet
Stuart Vevers has created a case study in youth marketing. It will be interesting to see how far he can take it.
Fashion Week
Vera Wang’s Dark Riposte
Rather than banking on the more ladylike elements of her aesthetic, the designer repeated the stark monochromes that marked last season’s sober affair.
News & Analysis
UK Lawmakers Set to Debate Philip Green’s Role in BHS Debacle
UK lawmakers are turning up the heat on the embattled billionaire Philip Green, moving to discuss the travails of his retail empire before Parliament.
The News in Brief
Zara Billionaire Owner Ortega Buys $550 Million Chicago Tower
Pontegadea Inversiones SL acquired the 51-story One North Wacker in the city’s business district in one of the biggest US office deals this year.
Laani and Boldpurity Are Among This Year’s Estée Lauder, Nykaa Beauty&You Winners
The programme, now in its fifth year, reflect the US beauty giant’s commitment to the Indian market.
Douglas Group Names New CEO
Jean-Marc Bellaiche will succeed outgoing Sander van der Laan as chief executive of the German beauty retailer.
Lululemon Makes Changes to Fabric Team After See-Through Mishaps
The changes at the leggings maker come after a customer backlash over quality issues.
THG Lifts 2026 Profit Forecast on Nutrition Demand
The UK e-commerce platform, which owns Dermstore and Lookfantastic, forecast 2026 adjusted core profit above market expectations, driven by strong demand for its sports nutrition and supplements brand and favourable whey protein prices.
Botswana Said to Near Agreement on Size of Its De Beers Stake
Ongoing talks between the nation’s government and Global Diamond Consortium are likely to see Botswana boost its stake in De Beers by 10 percent.
Rolex and Gold Were for US and Not Trump, Swiss Trade Chief Says
The goods delivered last November by a business delegation seeking relief from Trump’s onerous tariffs became a matter of national controversy in Switzerland.