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.
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News & Analysis
Adidas CEO: We Don't Support Kanye West Slavery Remarks
Adidas chief Kasper Rorsted distanced himself from West's comments, but said the company has not discussed dropping the rapper as a designer.
Adidas CEO: We Don't Support Kanye West Slavery Remarks
Adidas chief Kasper Rorsted distanced himself from West's comments, but said the company has not discussed dropping the rapper as a designer.
News & Analysis
From Merch to Full Collections, Magazines Boost Their Fashion Lines
Fashion publishers have launched clothing lines to build loyalty and open new revenue streams but making them work means more than stamping a logo on a T-shirt.
From Merch to Full Collections, Magazines Boost Their Fashion Lines
Fashion publishers have launched clothing lines to build loyalty and open new revenue streams but making them work means more than stamping a logo on a T-shirt.
Media
Carine Roitfeld Talks Japan Launch and #MeToo
The French editor is launching her first international edition for CR Fashion Book with Hearst this autumn.
Carine Roitfeld Talks Japan Launch and #MeToo
The French editor is launching her first international edition for CR Fashion Book with Hearst this autumn.
News & Analysis
H&M Chairman Investment Triggers Company Stock Reversal
In April alone, chairman Stefan Persson acquired about 18.2 million shares in H&M for about $278 million — but analysts remain "as bearish as ever" on the stock.
H&M Chairman Investment Triggers Company Stock Reversal
In April alone, chairman Stefan Persson acquired about 18.2 million shares in H&M for about $278 million — but analysts remain "as bearish as ever" on the stock.
Luxury
Ssense’s Billion-Dollar Ambitions: More Than Hype
The e-tailer that pioneered selling luxury streetwear to millennials is opening a five-storey flagship in Montréal. The next challenge: building a billion-dollar global business while keeping its cool.
Ssense’s Billion-Dollar Ambitions: More Than Hype
The e-tailer that pioneered selling luxury streetwear to millennials is opening a five-storey flagship in Montréal. The next challenge: building a billion-dollar global business while keeping its cool.
News & Analysis
Did Kanye West Just Kill His Brand?
"Fashion and branding experts say that West's very public support of a divisive leader is a risky move for a designer with a young company, even one
Did Kanye West Just Kill His Brand?
"Fashion and branding experts say that West's very public support of a divisive leader is a risky move for a designer with a young company, even one
News & Analysis
Power Moves | Mr Porter Taps US Editor, Adidas Appoints President of North America
This week, Chris Wallace has been named US editor of the men's e-commerce site, while company veteran Zion Armstrong was appointed president of North America at Adidas.
Power Moves | Mr Porter Taps US Editor, Adidas Appoints President of North America
This week, Chris Wallace has been named US editor of the men's e-commerce site, while company veteran Zion Armstrong was appointed president of North America at Adidas.
News & Analysis
Inside Tory Burch’s Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Summit
Through a series of panels featuring guests from Hollywood, politics and beyond, the ‘Embrace Ambition’ summit tackled stereotypes and fostered networking for over 900 attendees.
Inside Tory Burch’s Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Summit
Through a series of panels featuring guests from Hollywood, politics and beyond, the ‘Embrace Ambition’ summit tackled stereotypes and fostered networking for over 900 attendees.
Retail
The Truth About Vetements
In the latest Lyst Index, BoF crunches the data to identify the hottest brands and top selling products of Q1 2018, revealing the truth about whether much-hyped Vetements is still performing.
The Truth About Vetements
In the latest Lyst Index, BoF crunches the data to identify the hottest brands and top selling products of Q1 2018, revealing the truth about whether much-hyped Vetements is still performing.
News & Analysis
Aldo Bensadoun, Céline Dion Honored at Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards
The Aldo chairman and entertainer were among the winners at the CAFA’s annual awards presentation in Toronto.
Aldo Bensadoun, Céline Dion Honored at Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards
The Aldo chairman and entertainer were among the winners at the CAFA’s annual awards presentation in Toronto.
Sustainability
Stella McCartney Calls on Fashion to Adopt Cleaner Production
The designer said that while demand for garments and shows had soared thanks to growing middle classes around the world, methods for cutting the negative impact on the environment have stagnated.
Stella McCartney Calls on Fashion to Adopt Cleaner Production
The designer said that while demand for garments and shows had soared thanks to growing middle classes around the world, methods for cutting the negative impact on the environment have stagnated.
Luxury
Nicholas Kirkwood To Show During London Fashion Week
The LVMH-owned footwear brand will be moving its Paris presentation to London for an experiential show in September.
Nicholas Kirkwood To Show During London Fashion Week
The LVMH-owned footwear brand will be moving its Paris presentation to London for an experiential show in September.
The News in Brief
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.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.