Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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China
Farfetch Partners with JD.com to Boost Chinese Business
The deal, which includes a $397 million investment from the Chinese e-commerce giant, will give Farfetch a powerful gateway to the world’s second largest luxury market.
Farfetch Partners with JD.com to Boost Chinese Business
The deal, which includes a $397 million investment from the Chinese e-commerce giant, will give Farfetch a powerful gateway to the world’s second largest luxury market.
Luxury
Brioni Names Nina-Maria Nitsche as New Creative Director
The Italian menswear brand has appointed Nina-Maria Nitsche as its first female creative director, replacing Justin O’Shea who abruptly exited after just six months in the role.
Brioni Names Nina-Maria Nitsche as New Creative Director
The Italian menswear brand has appointed Nina-Maria Nitsche as its first female creative director, replacing Justin O’Shea who abruptly exited after just six months in the role.
Luxury
The End of Style.com: Condé Nast Inks New Partnership with Farfetch
BoF has learned that Condé Nast will refocus its e-commerce strategy via a new partnership with Farfetch. Style.com will cease operations, effective immediately.
The End of Style.com: Condé Nast Inks New Partnership with Farfetch
BoF has learned that Condé Nast will refocus its e-commerce strategy via a new partnership with Farfetch. Style.com will cease operations, effective immediately.
News & Analysis
J. Crew's Mickey Drexler to Step Down as CEO
Drexler will stay on at J.Crew as chairman, BoF has learned. He will be succeeded as CEO by Jim Brett, who was most recently president of West Elm.
J. Crew's Mickey Drexler to Step Down as CEO
Drexler will stay on at J.Crew as chairman, BoF has learned. He will be succeeded as CEO by Jim Brett, who was most recently president of West Elm.
News & Analysis
Deena Aljuhani Abdulaziz Exits Vogue Arabia
The Saudi princess has confirmed that she was fired as editor-in-chief of Vogue Arabia after only two issues. It is understood that a new editor has already been appointed.
Deena Aljuhani Abdulaziz Exits Vogue Arabia
The Saudi princess has confirmed that she was fired as editor-in-chief of Vogue Arabia after only two issues. It is understood that a new editor has already been appointed.
News & Analysis
British Vogue Names Edward Enninful Editor-in-Chief
Enninful, the former style director at W Magazine, succeeds Alexandra Shulman, who resigned after 25 years in January.
British Vogue Names Edward Enninful Editor-in-Chief
Enninful, the former style director at W Magazine, succeeds Alexandra Shulman, who resigned after 25 years in January.
Retail
Coach Names Joshua Schulman Brand President and CEO
In the newly created role, the former Bergdorf Goodman president will be responsible for all aspects of the brand globally, reporting to Victor Luis, CEO of Coach Inc.
Coach Names Joshua Schulman Brand President and CEO
In the newly created role, the former Bergdorf Goodman president will be responsible for all aspects of the brand globally, reporting to Victor Luis, CEO of Coach Inc.
News & Analysis
Alexandra Shulman to Step Down as Editor-in-Chief of British Vogue
Alexandra Shulman is standing down from her position as editor-in-chief of British Vogue after 25 years.
Alexandra Shulman to Step Down as Editor-in-Chief of British Vogue
Alexandra Shulman is standing down from her position as editor-in-chief of British Vogue after 25 years.
News & Analysis
Deborah Needleman Departs T Magazine
The editor-in-chief of The New York Times style magazine is leaving after four years at the helm.
Deborah Needleman Departs T Magazine
The editor-in-chief of The New York Times style magazine is leaving after four years at the helm.
News & Analysis
Suno Quietly Closes Shop
The award-winning New York-based label will not ship its spring collection.
Suno Quietly Closes Shop
The award-winning New York-based label will not ship its spring collection.
Luxury
Richemont CEO, CFO to Retire As Profit Plunges
Chief executive officer Richard Lepeu and chief financial officer Gary Saage will both retire next year, as the company reported a decline in first-half profit.
Richemont CEO, CFO to Retire As Profit Plunges
Chief executive officer Richard Lepeu and chief financial officer Gary Saage will both retire next year, as the company reported a decline in first-half profit.
News & Analysis
Condé Nast Chairman Chuck Townsend Retiring
The chairman of Condé Nast is retiring amidst sweeping changes at the print-led media giant, as it tries to transform itself into a major digital player.
Condé Nast Chairman Chuck Townsend Retiring
The chairman of Condé Nast is retiring amidst sweeping changes at the print-led media giant, as it tries to transform itself into a major digital player.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.