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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News & Analysis
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
News & Analysis
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
News & Analysis
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
News & Analysis
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
News & Analysis
Eytys, Cult Footwear Label, Launches Ready-To-Wear
For its first foray into ready-to-wear, the Stockholm-based brand, best known for its thick white-soled sneakers, is releasing a line of unisex jeans.
Eytys, Cult Footwear Label, Launches Ready-To-Wear
For its first foray into ready-to-wear, the Stockholm-based brand, best known for its thick white-soled sneakers, is releasing a line of unisex jeans.
News & Analysis
Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors
The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.
Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors
The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.
News & Analysis
Alice + Olivia Launches West Coast-Inspired Denim Line, AO.LA
Founder Stacey Bendet tells BoF about growing conservatively during a tough time for contemporary brands and her fruitless search for a strategic partner last year.
Alice + Olivia Launches West Coast-Inspired Denim Line, AO.LA
Founder Stacey Bendet tells BoF about growing conservatively during a tough time for contemporary brands and her fruitless search for a strategic partner last year.
News & Analysis
David Bailey Turns Editor for Citizens of Humanity
The photographer has guest-edited the denim brand's in-house magazine, Humanity, shooting Kate Moss for the cover, as well as Ronnie Wood, Damien Hirst and his wife and children.
David Bailey Turns Editor for Citizens of Humanity
The photographer has guest-edited the denim brand's in-house magazine, Humanity, shooting Kate Moss for the cover, as well as Ronnie Wood, Damien Hirst and his wife and children.
News & Analysis
How Frame Conquered the World
"In 2012, branding gurus-turned-denim visionaries Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede launched a new jean – and lit up womenswear with cult label Frame."
How Frame Conquered the World
"In 2012, branding gurus-turned-denim visionaries Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede launched a new jean – and lit up womenswear with cult label Frame."
News & Analysis
Acne Reboots Denim Strategy
The hip Swedish label, best known for the skinny jeans that drove its early success, speaks exclusively to BoF about its plans to radically reshape its denim offering.
Acne Reboots Denim Strategy
The hip Swedish label, best known for the skinny jeans that drove its early success, speaks exclusively to BoF about its plans to radically reshape its denim offering.
Financial Markets
Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers
Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.
Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers
Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.
News & Analysis
True Religion Reportedly Seeks Turnaround Adviser
True Religion Apparel Inc, a US denim company whose signature products have gradually gone out of fashion, has been seeking an advisory firm to help turn around its fortunes, according to people familiar with the matter.
True Religion Reportedly Seeks Turnaround Adviser
True Religion Apparel Inc, a US denim company whose signature products have gradually gone out of fashion, has been seeking an advisory firm to help turn around its fortunes, according to people familiar with the matter.
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.