The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
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Fashion Week
At New York Fashion Week: Men’s, Immigrants, Bitcoin and a Bid for Relevancy
Real life seeps onto the runways of the men’s shows in New York.
At New York Fashion Week: Men’s, Immigrants, Bitcoin and a Bid for Relevancy
Real life seeps onto the runways of the men’s shows in New York.
Fashion Week
After 20 Years, Narciso Rodriguez Finds a Singular Ease
The designer was untinged by a dark eroticism that made his work so striking in early days, but the pure emotional economy of the collection served him well.
After 20 Years, Narciso Rodriguez Finds a Singular Ease
The designer was untinged by a dark eroticism that made his work so striking in early days, but the pure emotional economy of the collection served him well.
News & Analysis
The New Anatomy of a Magazine Cover
Big names don’t move issues like they used to, opening up opportunities for new and unexpected faces that make bold statements.
The New Anatomy of a Magazine Cover
Big names don’t move issues like they used to, opening up opportunities for new and unexpected faces that make bold statements.
Fashion Week
Tom Ford, Don’t Call It a Comeback
The designer returned to New York with a blast of classic Tom Ford heat, humour, romance — and a new underwear line to boot.
Tom Ford, Don’t Call It a Comeback
The designer returned to New York with a blast of classic Tom Ford heat, humour, romance — and a new underwear line to boot.
Luxury
Chart of the Week | LVMH Cash Cow Nears $12 Billion in Sales
Louis Vuitton generates almost $12 billion in revenue and $5 billion in operating profit for the luxury conglomerate. How much more can it grow?
Chart of the Week | LVMH Cash Cow Nears $12 Billion in Sales
Louis Vuitton generates almost $12 billion in revenue and $5 billion in operating profit for the luxury conglomerate. How much more can it grow?
News & Analysis
Christian Louboutin Loses a Round in the Legal Battle Over Red Soles
The European Court of Justice's verdict might mean that the shoe brand might not be able to stop its competitors from offering shoes with red soles.
Christian Louboutin Loses a Round in the Legal Battle Over Red Soles
The European Court of Justice's verdict might mean that the shoe brand might not be able to stop its competitors from offering shoes with red soles.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Why I Unfollowed Miroslava Duma
The Duma-Sergeenko affair is testimony to the high level of ignorance that still prevails in the fashion industry, but the social media influencers do not represent all of us, argues Joelle Firzli.
Op-Ed | Why I Unfollowed Miroslava Duma
The Duma-Sergeenko affair is testimony to the high level of ignorance that still prevails in the fashion industry, but the social media influencers do not represent all of us, argues Joelle Firzli.
News & Analysis
H&M’s Owners May Be Tightening Their Grip
H&M chairman Stefan Persson and his family may be about to consolidate their control of the retailer through an offer that lets investors convert dividends into new shares.
H&M’s Owners May Be Tightening Their Grip
H&M chairman Stefan Persson and his family may be about to consolidate their control of the retailer through an offer that lets investors convert dividends into new shares.
Retail
Ralph Lauren is Traveling Back in Time to Bring Back Preppy Chic
Management has pinned its hopes on classic styles infused with technical functionality to help revitalize the brand.
Ralph Lauren is Traveling Back in Time to Bring Back Preppy Chic
Management has pinned its hopes on classic styles infused with technical functionality to help revitalize the brand.
News & Analysis
Marc Jacobs Hires New Designer for Lower-Priced Product Push
LVMH has tapped Baja East's John Targon to lead the company's contemporary team. What does this mean for Marc Jacobs — the brand and the man?
Marc Jacobs Hires New Designer for Lower-Priced Product Push
LVMH has tapped Baja East's John Targon to lead the company's contemporary team. What does this mean for Marc Jacobs — the brand and the man?
Technology
On Road to Autumn IPO, Farfetch Inks Middle East Deal
The fashion ‘unicorn’ has entered into a joint venture with Chalhoub Group ahead of a $5 billion IPO that is set for September 2018, according to sources close to the deal.
On Road to Autumn IPO, Farfetch Inks Middle East Deal
The fashion ‘unicorn’ has entered into a joint venture with Chalhoub Group ahead of a $5 billion IPO that is set for September 2018, according to sources close to the deal.
News & Analysis
Gucci or Balenciaga: Which Was the Hottest Fashion Brand in 2017?
In the latest Lyst Index, BoF reveals the 10 hottest brands and 10 top-selling products of 2017 — as well as the secrets behind their success.
Gucci or Balenciaga: Which Was the Hottest Fashion Brand in 2017?
In the latest Lyst Index, BoF reveals the 10 hottest brands and 10 top-selling products of 2017 — as well as the secrets behind their success.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.