Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
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Fashion Week
Marc Jacobs’ American Anatomy
‘I have come to understand that fear is not my enemy — it is a necessary companion to creativity, authenticity, integrity, and life’ was the crux of the message accompanying a line up that referenced Rei Kawakubo’s notorious ‘tumour’ collection two weeks after the US presidential inauguration.
Marc Jacobs’ American Anatomy
‘I have come to understand that fear is not my enemy — it is a necessary companion to creativity, authenticity, integrity, and life’ was the crux of the message accompanying a line up that referenced Rei Kawakubo’s notorious ‘tumour’ collection two weeks after the US presidential inauguration.
Luxury
Why Dior Needs a Change
Kim Jones is exiting the brand, with Maria Grazia Chiuri expected to follow suit in the coming months. Will a creative shakeup reinvigorate excitement for LVMH’s second-biggest brand?
Why Dior Needs a Change
Kim Jones is exiting the brand, with Maria Grazia Chiuri expected to follow suit in the coming months. Will a creative shakeup reinvigorate excitement for LVMH’s second-biggest brand?
Luxury
Kim Jones Exits Dior Homme
Jones is leaving his position as artistic director of the LVMH-owned menswear line after seven years. Neither his successor nor his next moves were announced.
Kim Jones Exits Dior Homme
Jones is leaving his position as artistic director of the LVMH-owned menswear line after seven years. Neither his successor nor his next moves were announced.
Fashion Week
In Paris, Haute Couture’s Air of Restoration
This season, the couture shows seemed less focused on storytelling than simply catering to the wealthy, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
In Paris, Haute Couture’s Air of Restoration
This season, the couture shows seemed less focused on storytelling than simply catering to the wealthy, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Fashion Week
The Verdict on Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Couture Debut
The star designer opted for a multimedia performance over a traditional couture defilé, with dresses that were more convincing as costumes than clothes, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
The Verdict on Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Couture Debut
The star designer opted for a multimedia performance over a traditional couture defilé, with dresses that were more convincing as costumes than clothes, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Luxury
Glenn Martens Takes Creative Reins at Maison Margiela
The Belgian designer, known for his work at Y/Project and Diesel, succeeds John Galliano as creative director of the French luxury house.
Glenn Martens Takes Creative Reins at Maison Margiela
The Belgian designer, known for his work at Y/Project and Diesel, succeeds John Galliano as creative director of the French luxury house.
Fashion Week
Saint Laurent’s Anthony Vaccarello: Master of Control
The designer added erotic tension to his menswear recipe, resulting in one of his best outings, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Saint Laurent’s Anthony Vaccarello: Master of Control
The designer added erotic tension to his menswear recipe, resulting in one of his best outings, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Luxury
Demna Named Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
The artistic director of Balenciaga was awarded one of France’s highest arts honors at the start of Paris couture week.
Demna Named Chevalier de L’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres
The artistic director of Balenciaga was awarded one of France’s highest arts honors at the start of Paris couture week.
Fashion Week
In Paris, A World of Fashion Characters
The men’s fashion week that closed in Paris on Sunday served up an array of masculine personas. At times, it worked; at times, it looked like cosplay, reports Angelo Flacavento.
In Paris, A World of Fashion Characters
The men’s fashion week that closed in Paris on Sunday served up an array of masculine personas. At times, it worked; at times, it looked like cosplay, reports Angelo Flacavento.
Fashion Week
Lanvin’s Return to Form
New designer Peter Copping steered the storied Paris couture house toward solid ground with a polished and self-assured, if somewhat safe, debut. Can the brand’s ‘ultimate chic’ stand up to deep-pocketed rivals?
Lanvin’s Return to Form
New designer Peter Copping steered the storied Paris couture house toward solid ground with a polished and self-assured, if somewhat safe, debut. Can the brand’s ‘ultimate chic’ stand up to deep-pocketed rivals?
Partner Content
BoF Community Gathers in Mumbai at ‘Inflection Point’ for Indian Fashion
Actors Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Jacqueline Fernandez, Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, together with designers Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre, Anamika Khanna, and more, joined BoF’s Imran Amed and The Bicester Collection’s Desirée Bollier to celebrate India’s growing influence on the global luxury landscape.
BoF Community Gathers in Mumbai at ‘Inflection Point’ for Indian Fashion
Actors Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Jacqueline Fernandez, Ananya Panday, Khushi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter, together with designers Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, Anita Dongre, Anamika Khanna, and more, joined BoF’s Imran Amed and The Bicester Collection’s Desirée Bollier to celebrate India’s growing influence on the global luxury landscape.
Luxury
Kim Jones Awarded Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur
The British designer received Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur, France’s highest honour, shortly after presenting Dior’s latest menswear collection.
Kim Jones Awarded Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur
The British designer received Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur, France’s highest honour, shortly after presenting Dior’s latest menswear collection.
The News in Brief
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.