Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
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Retail
Uniqlo Bets On Speed to Take on Zara for Global Sales Crown
Fast Retailing plans to shorten the time it takes from design to delivery to about 13 days, roughly the same as its competitor Zara.
Marketing
Vogue Arabia Launches With Bold Mission and Style
Vogue Arabia's strongest foothold is in the oil-rich countries of the Arabian Peninsula, where modern malls and a growing art scene are part of a wider push to get in on the multi-billion-dollar-a-year global fashion industry.
Beauty
At the Gym, Selfie-Ready Makeup
Beauty brands are targeting the emerging opportunity in 'active cosmetics,' which promise to keep consumers looking good while they workout.
Technology
For Fashion Brands Flocking to SXSW, What’s the ROI?
Fashion and style brands staged a flurry of activations at this year’s South by Southwest Interactive, but breaking through the clutter of competing messages is increasingly challenging.
Financial Markets
Elie Saab Sets a New Course in New York
As he opens his first US boutique, the Lebanese designer speaks exclusively to BoF about growing beyond couture and his approach to the red carpet.
News & Analysis
Silas Chou Halts Thakoon Venture
The New York-based designer and billionaire investor Silas Chou are hitting 'pause' on the Thakoon brand.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | Hood By Air’s Shayne Oliver Joins Helmut Lang
The designer is working on a special project led by Helmut Lang's new 'editor-in-residence' Isabella Burley. Rumours of Hood by Air’s demise are unfounded, according to a representative of the label.
News & Analysis
J.W. Anderson to Guest Pitti Immagine Uomo 92
"Following in the footsteps of Tim Coppens last season, the young designer will take the runway June 14, 2017 in Florence, showcasing his brand’s
News & Analysis
News Bites | Chloé Names Natacha Ramsay-Levi Creative Director, Lubov Azria Exits BCBG
In today's News Bites, Chloé confirms reports that Natacha Ramsay-Levi is to succeed Clare Waight Keller, while Lubov Azria has left her role as chief creative officer at BCBG Maz Azria.
News & Analysis
‘Dominican Power’ on the Catwalk
A wave of new models from the Dominican Republic are scoring major campaigns and runway gigs at fashion week. But what — or who — is really behind their unstoppable ascent?
Fashion Week
Sacai’s Fiendish Ingenuity
The strongest thing about this collection was the way it consolidated the Sacai signature. Chitose Abe is a unique, independent and seductive voice in fashion.
Fashion Week
Engaging Escape at Miu Miu
The Miu Miu show fizzed with surreal joie de vivre, while the diversity of the casting energised both the collection and its designer.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Joins Forces With Nykaa to Invest in Indian Beauty Brands
BOLD, the French conglomerate’s venture capital fund, will collaborate with retailer Nykaa to invest in the next generation of Indian beauty brands.
Private Equity Firm Inflexion Invests in Manucurist
The European investor, which previously backed Medik8, has taken a 49 percent stake in the premium French nail line.
H&M Profit Rises on Tariff Refunds as Sales Remain Sluggish
US tariff refunds drove an increase operating profit, even as the fast-fashion retailer has struggled to deliver consistent sales growth.
Arnault Clan to Change LVMH Holding Structure to Ensure Control
Under the plan, the world’s biggest luxury group will be controlled by one entity, Agache SCA, after Christian Dior SE, one of the current holding companies of LVMH, is delisted.
JD Sports Says Nike Turnaround Is Only a Matter of Time
Dominic Platt, chief financial officer of the British sportswear retailer, told Reuters, ‘Much as there's a lot of talk about Nike, it's still the most popular brand out there and it's still a very strong brand.’
Chanel Plans to Keep Investing in China Despite Demand Downturn
CEO Leena Nair pointed to the brand’s recent renovation of its Plaza 66 boutique in Shanghai, calling China ‘a market where the clients understand sophistication, refinement.’
Meta Expected to Unveil Smart Glasses Without Camera
Smart glasses have become a target of criticism in recent months amid growing concerns they can be used to record people without their consent.