Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
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News & Analysis
Swarovski Says an IPO Could Propel Jeweller's Digital Growth
The jewellery brand has annual sales of about €3.4 billion, and an IPO could raise its digital profile and scale in North America.
Swarovski Says an IPO Could Propel Jeweller's Digital Growth
The jewellery brand has annual sales of about €3.4 billion, and an IPO could raise its digital profile and scale in North America.
Luxury
Kering, Stella McCartney in Talks to End Partnership
BoF has learned that, after 17 years, the French luxury conglomerate has recently held discussions to sell its 50 percent share of the label to Ms. McCartney.
Kering, Stella McCartney in Talks to End Partnership
BoF has learned that, after 17 years, the French luxury conglomerate has recently held discussions to sell its 50 percent share of the label to Ms. McCartney.
Global Markets
Can Berlin Turn Its Fetish for Failure Into a Fashion Success Story?
Driven by low rents and a renegade cultural scene, Berlin is a magnet for creatives, but the city’s most noteworthy fashion labels still show elsewhere.
Can Berlin Turn Its Fetish for Failure Into a Fashion Success Story?
Driven by low rents and a renegade cultural scene, Berlin is a magnet for creatives, but the city’s most noteworthy fashion labels still show elsewhere.
Fashion Week
Can Couture Be Modern?
The Paris Couture week that just closed was a bumpy ride with an uplifting finale, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Can Couture Be Modern?
The Paris Couture week that just closed was a bumpy ride with an uplifting finale, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Fashion Week
Acne Studios Heads to the Country
Contrary to previous collections, that often looked like crazy styling exercises and little else, this season Acne had focus and substance.
Acne Studios Heads to the Country
Contrary to previous collections, that often looked like crazy styling exercises and little else, this season Acne had focus and substance.
Fashion Week
Jean Paul Gaultier Puts on a Show
The designer paid homage to Pierre Cardin, but it wasn't long until his proclivity for camp kicked in.
Jean Paul Gaultier Puts on a Show
The designer paid homage to Pierre Cardin, but it wasn't long until his proclivity for camp kicked in.
Fashion Week
Maison Margiela Reveals Its Layers
John Galliano was fascinated by the idea of ghosts within garments, but there is so much life to find in his clothes.
Maison Margiela Reveals Its Layers
John Galliano was fascinated by the idea of ghosts within garments, but there is so much life to find in his clothes.
Fashion Week
Clouds Take Ethereal Shape at Armani Privé
Giorgio Armani opened with his signature soft tailoring, but youthful party looks — an explosion of crystal-trimmed feathers — stood out the most.
Clouds Take Ethereal Shape at Armani Privé
Giorgio Armani opened with his signature soft tailoring, but youthful party looks — an explosion of crystal-trimmed feathers — stood out the most.
News & Analysis
Miroslava Duma and Ulyana Sergeenko Accused of Racism, Homophobia and Transphobia
Miroslava Duma has responded to a disturbing video that has emerged of her making homophobic and transphobic comments, shortly after receiving a barrage of criticism for posting a racial slur on Instagram.
Miroslava Duma and Ulyana Sergeenko Accused of Racism, Homophobia and Transphobia
Miroslava Duma has responded to a disturbing video that has emerged of her making homophobic and transphobic comments, shortly after receiving a barrage of criticism for posting a racial slur on Instagram.
Financial Markets
A Guide to Early-Stage Fundraising
Nascent brands often seek external capital to fuel future growth — or simply stay afloat. But how much money should start-ups really be raising, when and from where?
A Guide to Early-Stage Fundraising
Nascent brands often seek external capital to fuel future growth — or simply stay afloat. But how much money should start-ups really be raising, when and from where?
Beauty
Social Goods | Abercrombie's Unisex Kids Line, Responsible Cashmere
This week, Abercrombie & Fitch launches gender-neutral collection for children, while the sustainable cashmere market has a transparency problem.
Social Goods | Abercrombie's Unisex Kids Line, Responsible Cashmere
This week, Abercrombie & Fitch launches gender-neutral collection for children, while the sustainable cashmere market has a transparency problem.
Fashion Week
Chanel Plots a Sweet Escape
Conceived in a post-Macron bliss, Karl Lagerfeld's latest was an airy pastel antidote to the sour ways of the world.
Chanel Plots a Sweet Escape
Conceived in a post-Macron bliss, Karl Lagerfeld's latest was an airy pastel antidote to the sour ways of the world.
The News in Brief
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
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.