France’s Top Court Blocks Social Media Ban for Under-15s
France’s top court on Friday blocked a bill banning social media access for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression.
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Fashion Week
Burberry and Beckham Rule London Fashion Week
This week, everyone will be talking about Riccardo Tisci's first show for Burberry at London Fashion Week, the 10th anniversary of Victoria Beckham's luxury brand and retailers' holiday hiring plans. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Burberry and Beckham Rule London Fashion Week
This week, everyone will be talking about Riccardo Tisci's first show for Burberry at London Fashion Week, the 10th anniversary of Victoria Beckham's luxury brand and retailers' holiday hiring plans. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Luxury
Pedro Lourenço Is Back with Zilver
With a new genderless label, set to debut at London Fashion Week on September 16, the designer aims to build something that is sustainable — environmentally as well as economically.
Pedro Lourenço Is Back with Zilver
With a new genderless label, set to debut at London Fashion Week on September 16, the designer aims to build something that is sustainable — environmentally as well as economically.
News & Analysis
London Fashion Week Goes Fur-Free
According to a survey by the BFC, no animal fur will feature on the London catwalks or in designer presentations this season.
London Fashion Week Goes Fur-Free
According to a survey by the BFC, no animal fur will feature on the London catwalks or in designer presentations this season.
Fashion Week
Calvin Klein: Into the Jaws of America
The collection was scarcely optimistic, but it had a riveting tension between Middle American propriety and queasy sensuality.
Calvin Klein: Into the Jaws of America
The collection was scarcely optimistic, but it had a riveting tension between Middle American propriety and queasy sensuality.
Financial Markets
Uncertainty Continues to Blight the Luxury Sector
Overwhelmingly positive results for the first half of 2018 have done little to calm investors, who fear the impact of the US-China trade war.
Uncertainty Continues to Blight the Luxury Sector
Overwhelmingly positive results for the first half of 2018 have done little to calm investors, who fear the impact of the US-China trade war.
Fashion Week
Proenza Schouler's Pioneer Spirit
Jack and Lazaro have come home, but there is a vague uneasiness about what it is exactly that they stand for in New York's fashion pantheon.
Proenza Schouler's Pioneer Spirit
Jack and Lazaro have come home, but there is a vague uneasiness about what it is exactly that they stand for in New York's fashion pantheon.
Fashion Week
Phillip Lim’s Cool-Girl Nomads
The designer’s more pared back approach felt like a fresh step forward, resulting in a nice balance of romance and utility.
Phillip Lim’s Cool-Girl Nomads
The designer’s more pared back approach felt like a fresh step forward, resulting in a nice balance of romance and utility.
Luxury
How François-Henri Pinault Unites Profits and Purpose
The chairman of Kering talks to BoF's Imran Amed about the blockbuster successes of Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga, streamlining his portfolio and his belief in ‘generous capitalism.’
How François-Henri Pinault Unites Profits and Purpose
The chairman of Kering talks to BoF's Imran Amed about the blockbuster successes of Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga, streamlining his portfolio and his belief in ‘generous capitalism.’
Marketing
Slimane and Tisci Tease New Visions Ahead of Big Debuts
The designers are set to make their respective ready-to-wear debuts at Burberry and Celine this month. But for those following along on social media, the action has already begun.
Slimane and Tisci Tease New Visions Ahead of Big Debuts
The designers are set to make their respective ready-to-wear debuts at Burberry and Celine this month. But for those following along on social media, the action has already begun.
News & Analysis
Fashion Embraces Optimism at the #BoF500 Gala
Carine Roitfeld, Tommy Hilfiger, Alexi Lubomirski, Bella and Gigi Hadid and other leaders from around the world celebrated the #BoF500 during New York Fashion Week.
Fashion Embraces Optimism at the #BoF500 Gala
Carine Roitfeld, Tommy Hilfiger, Alexi Lubomirski, Bella and Gigi Hadid and other leaders from around the world celebrated the #BoF500 during New York Fashion Week.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Fashion Week
What's Next for New York?
The centrifugal force that once held New York Fashion Week together is losing its strength but that’s not necessarily a bad thing for the likes of Sies Marjan, Rodarte, Prabal Gurung and Opening Ceremony.
What's Next for New York?
The centrifugal force that once held New York Fashion Week together is losing its strength but that’s not necessarily a bad thing for the likes of Sies Marjan, Rodarte, Prabal Gurung and Opening Ceremony.
The News in Brief
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve key trade disputes.
Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.