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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Financial Markets
Gucci Turnaround Buoys Kering
French luxury-goods maker Kering reported first-half earnings that beat analysts’ estimates on rising demand for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent, helping it shrug off lower tourism in Europe.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Roberto Cavalli Names CEO, Aquascutum MD, Carven Men's Designer Exits
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Luxury
Theory Gets Serious About Handbags
Theory chief executive Andrew Rosen and creative director of accessories Rory O'Hanlon discuss their approach to the brand’s first full-fledged handbag and accessories collection.
News & Analysis
Roberto Cavalli Names Former Versace Head as New CEO
Roberto Cavalli has named former Versace head Gian Giacomo Ferraris as its new chief executive as it seeks to relaunch under a new owner.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Philip Green's Greed, Ethical Manicures, Trump's Cheap Labour
Social Goods is a weekly roundup of the most important news at the intersection of fashion and ethics, sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
Fashion Week
Armani Chooses Paris Over Milan for Emporio Line September Show
Giorgio Armani said his younger and more accessible Emporio Armani line would go on show in Paris in September instead of Milan, but that this was a one-off.
News & Analysis
Fashion's Gaultier to Design Capsule Collection For OVS
Italian retailer OVS has announced that designer Jean Paul Gaultier will do a capsule collection that will be in stores in November.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | The Second Coming of Thakoon
Designer Thakoon Panichgul, president Lucy Yi and investor Vivian Chou lay out the ‘designer fashion now’ strategy for the next iteration of Thakoon.
News & Analysis
Pierre-Yves Roussel on Why LVMH Sold Donna Karan
LVMH's surprise decision to sell Donna Karan International was driven by an unsolicited offer at a high price and a poor fit with the group's luxury business model, says Pierre-Yves Roussel.
Financial Markets
Nike CEO’s Pay Almost Triples to $47.6 Million With Stock Award
Nike awarded chief executive officer Mark Parker $47.6 million in compensation for fiscal 2016, almost triple the level of the previous year, after stock grants buoyed his pay.
Retail
Philip Green's Greed Responsible for BHS Collapse
Green's greed and disregard for corporate governance led to the demise of BHS and the loss of 11,000 jobs, a joint parliamentary committee said.
Beauty
What's Driving the Goldrush for Korean Beauty Brands?
South Korea’s booming beauty industry has received its second major investment in a week.
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.