Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
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Fashion Week
At New York Fashion Week, Designers Dispense with the Runway
In the quest to sell clothes, alternative approaches to storytelling are, for some designers, trumping the catwalk.
At New York Fashion Week, Designers Dispense with the Runway
In the quest to sell clothes, alternative approaches to storytelling are, for some designers, trumping the catwalk.
Technology
Apple Gives New Retail Head Stock Grants Worth About $8 Million
Former Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts was awarded stock grants worth about $68 million when she started at Apple in 2014.
Apple Gives New Retail Head Stock Grants Worth About $8 Million
Former Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts was awarded stock grants worth about $68 million when she started at Apple in 2014.
Fashion Week
At Ralph Lauren, Coffee and Ceremony
There was elegance on the runway, but ultimately the collection could have worked harder to connect with the young consumers who want to love the brand again.
At Ralph Lauren, Coffee and Ceremony
There was elegance on the runway, but ultimately the collection could have worked harder to connect with the young consumers who want to love the brand again.
Fashion Week
The Potency of Tom Ford
Such a strong whiff of nostalgia can turn sour. But Ford’s decision to design with an aim to make men and women look beautiful, rather than obsessively catering to fashion whims, is a long-term play.
The Potency of Tom Ford
Such a strong whiff of nostalgia can turn sour. But Ford’s decision to design with an aim to make men and women look beautiful, rather than obsessively catering to fashion whims, is a long-term play.
Retail
Apple Retail Chief Angela Ahrendts Departs
The former Burberry CEO led retail and online stores at the tech company for five years.
Apple Retail Chief Angela Ahrendts Departs
The former Burberry CEO led retail and online stores at the tech company for five years.
News & Analysis
Be Well Collective Prepares Models for the Fashion Week Gauntlet
From nutritional education to getting a better night’s sleep, Sarah Ann Macklin’s not-for-profit aims to equip the industry with a practical toolkit for dealing with the day-to-day pressures of the fashion sector.
Be Well Collective Prepares Models for the Fashion Week Gauntlet
From nutritional education to getting a better night’s sleep, Sarah Ann Macklin’s not-for-profit aims to equip the industry with a practical toolkit for dealing with the day-to-day pressures of the fashion sector.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Sonam Kapoor and Karla Bookman: ‘Feminism Has Been Alive and Well in India for a Long Time’
The two women discuss how the grassroots movements is dismantling India’s patriarchy and using their platforms to raise awareness of social issues.
The BoF Podcast: Sonam Kapoor and Karla Bookman: ‘Feminism Has Been Alive and Well in India for a Long Time’
The two women discuss how the grassroots movements is dismantling India’s patriarchy and using their platforms to raise awareness of social issues.
News & Analysis
Moncler Says 'Genius' Strategy Worked
For 2019, the Italian brand is adding Alyx and Richard Quinn to its experimental designer collaborations programme, reveals chief executive Remo Ruffini.
Moncler Says 'Genius' Strategy Worked
For 2019, the Italian brand is adding Alyx and Richard Quinn to its experimental designer collaborations programme, reveals chief executive Remo Ruffini.
News & Analysis
Why Fashion Brands Are Launching Podcasts
Despite their non-visual nature and limited reach, podcasts are becoming a popular communications tool for fashion companies.
Why Fashion Brands Are Launching Podcasts
Despite their non-visual nature and limited reach, podcasts are becoming a popular communications tool for fashion companies.
Sustainability
Retail-Tech Cluster Gives Israel a Stake in Global Fashion
Israel-based start-ups have built 3D software cutting down design time and saving water compared to less sustainable processes in India and China.
Retail-Tech Cluster Gives Israel a Stake in Global Fashion
Israel-based start-ups have built 3D software cutting down design time and saving water compared to less sustainable processes in India and China.
Luxury
Versace’s New Owner Plans to Build America’s Answer to LVMH. It Has a Long Way to Go.
Capri chief John Idol reveals his strategy for the budding luxury group that owns Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo.
Versace’s New Owner Plans to Build America’s Answer to LVMH. It Has a Long Way to Go.
Capri chief John Idol reveals his strategy for the budding luxury group that owns Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo.
Luxury
What Will LVMH's Annual Results Reveal About the China Slowdown?
This week, everyone will be talking about LVMH's annual results, the end of the government shutdown and Amazon's improving fashion sense. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Will LVMH's Annual Results Reveal About the China Slowdown?
This week, everyone will be talking about LVMH's annual results, the end of the government shutdown and Amazon's improving fashion sense. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.