Laani and Boldpurity Are Among This Year’s Estée Lauder, Nykaa Beauty&You Winners
The programme, now in its fifth year, reflect the US beauty giant’s commitment to the Indian market.
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Financial Markets
Francesca Bellettini on Saint Laurent in the Post-Hedi Slimane Era
In her first ever in-depth interview, Yves Saint Laurent chief executive Francesca Bellettini speaks exclusively to BoF’s Imran Amed on maintaining the brand’s momentum in the post-Hedi Slimane era.
Fashion Week
Op-Ed | The Rise of the Fashion Hipster
Catering to the fashion hipster — whose purchases are driven by irony, camp and insider humour — risks making promising brands the flavour of the day, argues Eugene Rabkin.
News & Analysis
The Curious Case of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein
Could the rumoured arrival of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein present an opportunity for the brand to rethink its entire creative and business structure?
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | How Hedi Slimane Presaged Fashion's Instagram Obsession
BoF brings you an exclusive excerpt from a conversation with Hedi Slimane on his digital photographic Diary and decision to spend more time in New York, courtesy of Document Journal.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Calvin Klein Creative Directors Exit, New West End Company CEO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Financial Markets
Kering Misses Estimates, YSL Still Star Performer
Kering SA reported first-quarter revenue that trailed analysts’ estimates as slowing tourism flows weighed on demand in Europe.
News & Analysis
Costa and Zucchelli Out at Calvin Klein, Raf Simons to Take Reins?
The move is part of a new global creative strategy, unifying all Calvin Klein brands under one creative vision, and paves the way for Raf Simons to take the reins, an appointment that has been widely rumoured for several months.
News & Analysis
Concert ‘Merch’ Comes of Age
As concert ‘merch’ becomes a more important part of their business models, pop stars like Justin Bieber, Kanye West and Rihanna are upping their game.
China
The China Edit | Overseas Spending Drops, Social Shoppers, Gucci Bets on Logos
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Financial Markets
Armani Seeks to Entice Fashionistas in 'Key Market' Russia
Renowned Italian designer Giorgio Armani sought to entice Moscow fashionistas with his latest creations on a visit to Russia amid weaker demand globally for luxury goods.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Model Health Rulings, India Factory Fire, Michael Kors on Philanthropy
Social Goods is a weekly roundup of the most important news at the intersection of fashion and ethics, sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
Financial Markets
Jason Wu Talks New Contemporary Line
BoF can exclusively reveal the strategy behind Grey, Jason Wu's new 'day-oriented' advanced contemporary collection.
The News in Brief
Douglas Group Names New CEO
Jean-Marc Bellaiche will succeed outgoing Sander van der Laan as chief executive of the German beauty retailer.
Lululemon Makes Changes to Fabric Team After See-Through Mishaps
The changes at the leggings maker come after a customer backlash over quality issues.
THG Lifts 2026 Profit Forecast on Nutrition Demand
The UK e-commerce platform, which owns Dermstore and Lookfantastic, forecast 2026 adjusted core profit above market expectations, driven by strong demand for its sports nutrition and supplements brand and favourable whey protein prices.
Botswana Said to Near Agreement on Size of Its De Beers Stake
Ongoing talks between the nation’s government and Global Diamond Consortium are likely to see Botswana boost its stake in De Beers by 10 percent.
Rolex and Gold Were for US and Not Trump, Swiss Trade Chief Says
The goods delivered last November by a business delegation seeking relief from Trump’s onerous tariffs became a matter of national controversy in Switzerland.
Galderma to Acquire ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion
The Swiss firm agreed to purchase the medical-grade skincare company from private equity firm Blackstone and the founding Obagi family to expand its US portfolio.
Report: Beauty Ingredients Among Highest Risk for Human Rights Abuses
A new analysis of eight widely used cosmetics ingredients by Verisk Maplecroft found widespread exposure to child and forced labour risks, with palm oil, cocoa and shea nuts among the most problematic commodities.