Bernard Arnault Joins X as LVMH CEO Fights Off Rumours of Family Disunity
French newspaper Le Monde published a six-part series last week on the tycoon, including alleged tensions among his family members driven by succession.
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Fashion's Back-to-School Blues
This week, everyone will be talking about back-to-school shopping in the age of virtual learning, financial results from Capri and Ralph Lauren and uncertainty about US economic stimulus. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Fashion's Back-to-School Blues
This week, everyone will be talking about back-to-school shopping in the age of virtual learning, financial results from Capri and Ralph Lauren and uncertainty about US economic stimulus. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
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Next to Replace Debenhams as Ted Baker's Kidswear License Partner
Debenhams will remain the fashion brand's license partner for lingerie and nightwear.
Next to Replace Debenhams as Ted Baker's Kidswear License Partner
Debenhams will remain the fashion brand's license partner for lingerie and nightwear.
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Mothercare UK Sales Slide Slows in Fourth Quarter
The baby products and maternity wear company has been losing money for more than a decade.
Mothercare UK Sales Slide Slows in Fourth Quarter
The baby products and maternity wear company has been losing money for more than a decade.
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Why Mini-Me Dressing Is Big Business
Matching mother-daughter dressing may tread the line between cute and tacky, but it is a trend that luxury brands like Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana are banking on as women look to dress their children in miniature runway pieces.
Why Mini-Me Dressing Is Big Business
Matching mother-daughter dressing may tread the line between cute and tacky, but it is a trend that luxury brands like Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana are banking on as women look to dress their children in miniature runway pieces.
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Mytheresa Launches Kids
The Neiman Marcus-owned e-tailer is kicking off children’s clothing sales with 35 brands, including capsule collections from Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana.
Mytheresa Launches Kids
The Neiman Marcus-owned e-tailer is kicking off children’s clothing sales with 35 brands, including capsule collections from Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana.
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Hypebeast Shuts Down Its Kids Site
The vertical will live on through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, where it has 95,800 followers.
Hypebeast Shuts Down Its Kids Site
The vertical will live on through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, where it has 95,800 followers.
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The Farfetch of Childrenswear Secures $15 Million Investment
Maisonette will put its Series A funding round towards building out its team, investing in technology and launch content.
The Farfetch of Childrenswear Secures $15 Million Investment
Maisonette will put its Series A funding round towards building out its team, investing in technology and launch content.
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Germany's Tchibo to Launch Rental Service for Children's Clothing
The German retail chain is launching an online baby and children's clothing rental service to tap demand for the sharing economy model.
Germany's Tchibo to Launch Rental Service for Children's Clothing
The German retail chain is launching an online baby and children's clothing rental service to tap demand for the sharing economy model.
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How Millennial Culture Is Driving the Luxury Kidswear Market
Brands are cashing in on millennial parents whose Gucci- and Yeezy-clad toddlers are generating thousands of likes on Instagram.
How Millennial Culture Is Driving the Luxury Kidswear Market
Brands are cashing in on millennial parents whose Gucci- and Yeezy-clad toddlers are generating thousands of likes on Instagram.
Retail
Report: Gymboree Preparing For Bankruptcy Filing
The childrenswear retailer warned last month it is running short on cash and may not survive if it can’t persuade creditors to refinance its debt.
Report: Gymboree Preparing For Bankruptcy Filing
The childrenswear retailer warned last month it is running short on cash and may not survive if it can’t persuade creditors to refinance its debt.
Retail
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
The News in Brief
CVC Mulls Buying Stake in Jeweller APM Monaco From TPG
CVC Capital Partners is considering buying a stake in the fashion jeweller from private-equity firm TPG Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.
London’s Liberty Doubles Fabric Section as Sewing Booms
The department store has more than doubled the size of its fabrics department and will host crafting classes this autumn as social media drives a surge in activities like sewing.
US Businesses File Lawsuit Challenging New ‘Forced Labour’ Tariffs
Two small businesses, backed by the group that successfully sued over previous tariffs, say the new policy similarly exceeds the president’s authority to tax imports.
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.
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.