Report: Abercrombie to Seek Fresh Backers for China Business
The US-listed company is conducting a review of its Chinese assets and may sell a stake in the unit, which could be valued at several hundred million dollars, Bloomberg reported.
consumers
Sports
Salomon’s Plan to Grow in Running and Fashion
Gorpcore is over, says CEO Guillaume Meyzenq. Can the Amer Sports-backed brand keep growing its fashion footprint while maintaining its credibility in performance running?
Salomon’s Plan to Grow in Running and Fashion
Gorpcore is over, says CEO Guillaume Meyzenq. Can the Amer Sports-backed brand keep growing its fashion footprint while maintaining its credibility in performance running?
Luxury
Why the Shine Isn’t Fading on Jewellery Sales
With a growing base of customers desiring lasting value and willing to treat themselves, jewellery is set to see its bright moment continue, says the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Why the Shine Isn’t Fading on Jewellery Sales
With a growing base of customers desiring lasting value and willing to treat themselves, jewellery is set to see its bright moment continue, says the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Retail
UK Consumer Spending Disappointed in November, Surveys Show
With card spending falling and retail sales growth at its weakest since May, retailers reported disappointing Black Friday results.
UK Consumer Spending Disappointed in November, Surveys Show
With card spending falling and retail sales growth at its weakest since May, retailers reported disappointing Black Friday results.
Retail
How to Launch a Fashion Brand in 2026
A new generation of startups is launching amid a lack of investor funding, a weaker multi-brand retail landscape and a broken supply chain. To beat the odds, they’re going even more niche to attract and retain overstimulated consumers.
How to Launch a Fashion Brand in 2026
A new generation of startups is launching amid a lack of investor funding, a weaker multi-brand retail landscape and a broken supply chain. To beat the odds, they’re going even more niche to attract and retain overstimulated consumers.
Partner Content
How Community Became Fashion and Beauty’s Strongest Currency
Today’s most resonant brands don’t just sell — they listen, co-create and connect with their consumers. In partnership with GGP, BoF examines how authentic community building is redefining loyalty in fashion and beauty retail.
How Community Became Fashion and Beauty’s Strongest Currency
Today’s most resonant brands don’t just sell — they listen, co-create and connect with their consumers. In partnership with GGP, BoF examines how authentic community building is redefining loyalty in fashion and beauty retail.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast | Can Luxury Brands Rebuild Trust With Customers?
Imran Amed, founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion, and Luca Solca, senior analyst of global luxury goods at Bernstein, speak to System Magazine’s Jonathan Wingfield to examine where the luxury sector goes next — from rebuilding pricing architecture to aligning brand DNA with the zeitgeist and restoring clear value for customers.
The BoF Podcast | Can Luxury Brands Rebuild Trust With Customers?
Imran Amed, founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion, and Luca Solca, senior analyst of global luxury goods at Bernstein, speak to System Magazine’s Jonathan Wingfield to examine where the luxury sector goes next — from rebuilding pricing architecture to aligning brand DNA with the zeitgeist and restoring clear value for customers.
Luxury
Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’
Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.
Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’
Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.
Beauty
Inside Gen Alpha’s Press-On Nail Obsession
Artificial claws are becoming increasingly popular for teens and tweens, toeing the line between play and personal expression.
Inside Gen Alpha’s Press-On Nail Obsession
Artificial claws are becoming increasingly popular for teens and tweens, toeing the line between play and personal expression.
Beauty
China’s Biggest Beauty Firm Lays Out Strategy to Rival L’Oréal
Proya reported sales above 10 billion yuan last year, the first Chinese beauty company to do so. Its billionaire founder is now on the hunt for European brands.
China’s Biggest Beauty Firm Lays Out Strategy to Rival L’Oréal
Proya reported sales above 10 billion yuan last year, the first Chinese beauty company to do so. Its billionaire founder is now on the hunt for European brands.
Retail
Levi’s Answer to an Increasingly Complex World: Simplify
To weather tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainty, CEO Michelle Gass reveals how the denim brand is streamlining its business and emphasising profitability in the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Levi’s Answer to an Increasingly Complex World: Simplify
To weather tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainty, CEO Michelle Gass reveals how the denim brand is streamlining its business and emphasising profitability in the BoF-McKinsey State of Fashion 2026.
Luxury
The Debrief | 5 Big Questions About Luxury
Luxury editor Robert Williams joins The Debrief to discuss the latest developments in luxury, from Prada’s acquisition of Versace to fashion’s favourite restaurants.
The Debrief | 5 Big Questions About Luxury
Luxury editor Robert Williams joins The Debrief to discuss the latest developments in luxury, from Prada’s acquisition of Versace to fashion’s favourite restaurants.
Beauty
Why Beauty Brands Are Rushing to West Africa in December
A surge in diaspora tourism to Ghana and Nigeria during the festive ‘Detty December’ season has become a bankable opportunity for brands eager to push into a new market — and shopping holiday.
Why Beauty Brands Are Rushing to West Africa in December
A surge in diaspora tourism to Ghana and Nigeria during the festive ‘Detty December’ season has become a bankable opportunity for brands eager to push into a new market — and shopping holiday.
The News in Brief
Chanel Sales Up 16% in First Half
Chanel’s sales are accelerating after returning to growth last year, Bloomberg reported citing an unnamed source. Beauty sales rose 8 percent.
P&G to Buy Supplement Maker Thorne for $3.8 Billion
Shailesh Jejurikar, chief executive of the American personal care conglomerate, told CNBC it will acquire the line from LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton.
Eli Lilly to Offer Early Access to Next-Gen Obesity Drug to Some Patients
Eli Lilly said on Monday it would allow a limited number of patients to have early access to its experimental obesity drug, retatrutide, before its US FDA approval.
India’s Nykaa Posts Higher Quarterly Profit on Strong Beauty Demand, Fashion Growth
India’s FSN E-Commerce Ventures, which operates beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa, reported a more than three-fold rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, boosted by strong growth in its beauty business and a sharp acceleration in fashion sales.
Ferragamo Returns to Profit as Relaunch Strategy Advances
The Italian luxury brand swung to a net profit for the first half after growing sales in the second quarter, with turnaround efforts particularly evident in its directly owned shops.
Shein Seeks $30 Billion to $40 Billion Valuation for August IPO, Sources Say
The valuation target marks a dramatic reset for Shein, which plans to launch its IPO as early as mid-August, three people familiar with the matter said.
Zalando Narrows Profit Outlook, Sees Growth at Lower End of Range
The online fashion retailer said 2026 revenue and growth will land in the lower half of its previously guided range and narrowed its adjusted operating profit outlook.