Hublot Taps Ex-Audemars Piguet Chief François-Henri Bennahmias as Consultant
The move, which was facilitated by Jean Arnault, comes as Hublot undergoes a repositioning in a bid to reignite sales.
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News & Analysis
How Tommy Hilfiger Is Rewiring For Fashion Immediacy
BoF talks to Tommy Hilfiger about the company’s plan for TommyNow.
China
The China Edit | Anya Hindmarch in 'Attack Mode', Teenie Weenie Sold for $900M
This week, Anya Hindmarch sees 'masses of opportunity' for her business in China, and V-Grass Fashion Co. has bought Teenie Weenie for $900 million.
News & Analysis
Tom Ford Makes Comeback at Venice Festival With His Second Movie
After a seven-year hiatus, Tom Ford is back to film making with thriller 'Nocturnal Animals' premiering at the Venice Film Festival on Friday.
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The Blonde Salad Ups the Ante
Style blogger-turned-lifestyle guru Chiara Ferragni is relaunching her website to reflect the multi-pronged, multi-million dollar business she has developed over the past seven years.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Carolina Herrera VP of Design, Haider Ackermann to Berluti
This week, Haider Ackermann has joined Berluti as creative director, and Carolina Herrera appointed Raffaele Ilardo as vice president of design.
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Berluti Names Haider Ackermann Creative Director
The Colombian-born designer will present his first collection for the Paris-based brand in January.
News & Analysis
Why A.P.C. Invested in Outdoor Voices
Jean Touitou of A.P.C. and Tyler Haney of Outdoor Voices talk to BoF about why their partnership makes perfect business sense.
News & Analysis
Gisele Bündchen Holds Top Spot in Forbes Model List
Gisele Bündchen remained the highest-paid female model in the world with annual income of $30.5 million, while Kardashian clan member Kendall Jenner more than doubled her earnings, according to Forbes' 2016 list
China
The China Edit | Weak Demand for Prada, Bricks to Clicks, Watches Wane in Hong Kong
This week, Prada's sales dipped on weak demand in China, and luxury brands must move online to cater to their Chinese consumers.
News & Analysis
Top Fashion Schools in Belgium: Examining Antwerp's Approach
In BoF’s second annual global fashion schools ranking, Antwerp’s Royal Academy came fourth at both BA and MA level and was the only Belgian school to make the ranking. So how does Antwerp do it?
News & Analysis
Top Fashion Schools in France: A Battle for Innovation
France is seeking to realign its educational institutions and practices with global standards, while serving the technical atelier recruitment needs of Paris.
News & Analysis
Band of Outsiders, Take Two
Financial backer CLCC and a trio of Antwerp-based designers are reviving the indie label, which shuttered in 2015 after failing to pay its debts.
The News in Brief
Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Grows Double Digits
The Italian cosmetics label expects to maintain its growth trajectory in 2026 after surpassing €1 billion ($1.12 billion) in wholesale revenues last year.
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.
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.