Marquee Brands to Acquire Roots in Go-Private Deal
The brand management company will add the Canadian lifestyle label to a growing portfolio that includes Roberto Cavalli and BCBG.
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News & Analysis
How Prada Is Riding Nostalgia and 'Ugly Fashion' to Turnaround
In recent years, Prada may have been too insider-oriented to grow, but investors have new faith in its turnaround efforts.
How Prada Is Riding Nostalgia and 'Ugly Fashion' to Turnaround
In recent years, Prada may have been too insider-oriented to grow, but investors have new faith in its turnaround efforts.
News & Analysis
A Week of Reckoning at Condé Nast
The publishing company is reported to have lost more than $120 million last year and plans to put Brides, Golf Digest and W up for sale. But the makeover won't end there.
A Week of Reckoning at Condé Nast
The publishing company is reported to have lost more than $120 million last year and plans to put Brides, Golf Digest and W up for sale. But the makeover won't end there.
News & Analysis
Burberry Rebrands Under Riccardo Tisci
A new logo and monogram were unveiled as part of the British brand’s new identity under chief creative officer Riccardo Tisci.
Burberry Rebrands Under Riccardo Tisci
A new logo and monogram were unveiled as part of the British brand’s new identity under chief creative officer Riccardo Tisci.
Luxury
Why Luxury Retailers Are Making a Play for Housewares
Online retailers like Moda Operandi and MatchesFashion are dipping their toes into the $649 billion homeware space, betting the same customers splurging on dresses and shoes will also buy candles and chairs.
Why Luxury Retailers Are Making a Play for Housewares
Online retailers like Moda Operandi and MatchesFashion are dipping their toes into the $649 billion homeware space, betting the same customers splurging on dresses and shoes will also buy candles and chairs.
News & Analysis
Anna Wintour to Stay 'Indefinitely' at Vogue, Quashing Exit Rumours
Rumours that she was about to step down or be pushed aside have been swirling in the fashion industry for weeks.
Anna Wintour to Stay 'Indefinitely' at Vogue, Quashing Exit Rumours
Rumours that she was about to step down or be pushed aside have been swirling in the fashion industry for weeks.
News & Analysis
Anna Wintour Staying at Vogue According to Conde Nast CEO
"The rumors seem to be just that, at least for now."
Anna Wintour Staying at Vogue According to Conde Nast CEO
"The rumors seem to be just that, at least for now."
Luxury
Inside Luxury's Personal Shopping Wars
Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion and other e-commerce players are courting the 1 percent with private dinners, personal shoppers and couture.
Inside Luxury's Personal Shopping Wars
Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion and other e-commerce players are courting the 1 percent with private dinners, personal shoppers and couture.
Entrepreneurship
Welcome to Drive: BoF’s New Podcast Series on Global Entrepreneurship
In our new podcast series we hear from fashion’s most dynamic entrepreneurs — including José Neves, the founders of Warby Parker and Diane Von Furstenberg — to discover the special kind of resilience it really takes to build a global fashion business.
Welcome to Drive: BoF’s New Podcast Series on Global Entrepreneurship
In our new podcast series we hear from fashion’s most dynamic entrepreneurs — including José Neves, the founders of Warby Parker and Diane Von Furstenberg — to discover the special kind of resilience it really takes to build a global fashion business.
Media
American Vogue Promotes Virginia Smith to Fashion Director
The longtime staffer's role has been elevated following a reorganisation at the top of the masthead.
American Vogue Promotes Virginia Smith to Fashion Director
The longtime staffer's role has been elevated following a reorganisation at the top of the masthead.
Workplace & Talent
Want a Fashion Job in Paris?
The undisputed capital of fashion for more than three centuries, fashion jobs in the city of lights represent the very pinnacle of career opportunities in luxury.
Want a Fashion Job in Paris?
The undisputed capital of fashion for more than three centuries, fashion jobs in the city of lights represent the very pinnacle of career opportunities in luxury.
Luxury
Kering Shares Fall as Gucci Seen Weaker Than Forecast
Kering shares were down 5.9 percent at 473.40 euros as traders said sales growth at Kering's Gucci brand had come in a bit weaker than forecast.
Kering Shares Fall as Gucci Seen Weaker Than Forecast
Kering shares were down 5.9 percent at 473.40 euros as traders said sales growth at Kering's Gucci brand had come in a bit weaker than forecast.
Fashion Week
Proenza Schouler and Rodarte Return to New York Fashion Week
Having departed to Paris Couture Week three seasons ago, the brands rejoin New York royalty including Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch and Ralph Lauren.
Proenza Schouler and Rodarte Return to New York Fashion Week
Having departed to Paris Couture Week three seasons ago, the brands rejoin New York royalty including Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch and Ralph Lauren.
The News in Brief
UK Retail Sales Drop for the First Time in Three Months
Scorching weather and fewer discounts discouraged shoppers and ended a recent rebound in consumer spending as retail sales fell for the first time since April.
Fashion CEO Hunsicker Gets Five Years for $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker, founder of the fashion-rental and technology company CaaStle Inc., was sentenced to five years in prison for defrauding investors out of $300 million.
Boohoo Fined $2.7 Million by French Watchdog Over Deceptive Discounts
Nearly half of the examined promotions were revealed to be price increases. The Debenhams-owned fast-fashion brand also used terms like ‘leather’ to sell synthetic products.
Report: Shein Postpones IPO to September
Shein has pushed back its market debut following a delay in taking investor orders for its Hong Kong IPO at a reduced valuation, the South China Morning Post reported.
Lululemon Senior Executive Exits in Third Recent Departure
The top communications officer at the company is leaving, adding to the list of executives departing ahead of CEO Heidi O’Neill’s arrival.
Trump Picks White House Ally Overton to Lead Embattled FDA
The US president chose an ally to steady an agency shaken by staff losses, low morale and fights over vaccines and drug approvals.
JD Sports Cuts Outlook as Shoppers Curb Spending on Sneakers
The retailer cut its profit outlook after weaker-than-expected sales in the quarter, as customers grapple with cost-of-living pressures and pull back on discretionary spending.