Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
emerging-designers
Retail
3 Niche Best-Sellers: Magda Butrym, Attico and Saks Potts
Empowered by social media, emerging luxury labels Magda Butrym, Attico and Saks Potts have swiftly become best-sellers at influential stockists.
3 Niche Best-Sellers: Magda Butrym, Attico and Saks Potts
Empowered by social media, emerging luxury labels Magda Butrym, Attico and Saks Potts have swiftly become best-sellers at influential stockists.
News & Analysis
5 Lessons in Building a Fashion Business
Since its inception in 2011, the BFC's Fashion Trust has awarded nearly £1 million to 32 designers. Recipients of the grant tell BoF about the lessons they have learnt.
5 Lessons in Building a Fashion Business
Since its inception in 2011, the BFC's Fashion Trust has awarded nearly £1 million to 32 designers. Recipients of the grant tell BoF about the lessons they have learnt.
News & Analysis
Around the World in 81 Designers
BoF spotlights the countries making the biggest mark at London’s sixth annual International Fashion Showcase.
Around the World in 81 Designers
BoF spotlights the countries making the biggest mark at London’s sixth annual International Fashion Showcase.
News & Analysis
Halpern's Glamorous Escape
This month, our Spotlight shines on London-based designer Michael Halpern, whose sequin-heavy eveningwear has attracted influential global stockists.
Halpern's Glamorous Escape
This month, our Spotlight shines on London-based designer Michael Halpern, whose sequin-heavy eveningwear has attracted influential global stockists.
News & Analysis
Meet the Class of 2017: Central Saint Martins' Top 6 MA Graduates
BoF spotlights the six most promising graduate designers presenting their collections today at Central Saint Martins' MA runway show.
Meet the Class of 2017: Central Saint Martins' Top 6 MA Graduates
BoF spotlights the six most promising graduate designers presenting their collections today at Central Saint Martins' MA runway show.
News & Analysis
How Do Young Designers Afford Fashion Week?
"With big names occupying the official schedule and a total of more than 300 presentations spread over nine days, it’s hard for up-and-comers to
How Do Young Designers Afford Fashion Week?
"With big names occupying the official schedule and a total of more than 300 presentations spread over nine days, it’s hard for up-and-comers to
News & Analysis
Wendelborn's Eclectic Woman
This month, our Spotlight shines on Protagonist co-founder Kate Wendelborn, whose hands-on creative process is a key success factor for her namesake womenswear brand.
Wendelborn's Eclectic Woman
This month, our Spotlight shines on Protagonist co-founder Kate Wendelborn, whose hands-on creative process is a key success factor for her namesake womenswear brand.
News & Analysis
Sustaining the Buzz: Inside Vejas’ Growth Strategy
Vejas, the Toronto label helmed by 20-year-old wunderkind Vejas Kruszewski, saw revenue growth of 700 percent last year. Now the LVMH Special Prize winner must scale in a sustainable way.
Sustaining the Buzz: Inside Vejas’ Growth Strategy
Vejas, the Toronto label helmed by 20-year-old wunderkind Vejas Kruszewski, saw revenue growth of 700 percent last year. Now the LVMH Special Prize winner must scale in a sustainable way.
News & Analysis
Michelle Obama Didn’t Like to Discuss Her Clothes, But They Spoke Volumes
"She energised designers, editors and stylists with her fashion-forward wardrobe choices. She made industry insiders stand taller both at home and
Michelle Obama Didn’t Like to Discuss Her Clothes, But They Spoke Volumes
"She energised designers, editors and stylists with her fashion-forward wardrobe choices. She made industry insiders stand taller both at home and
News & Analysis
Bruta's State-of-the-Art Shirting
Shirt label Bruta has secured globally influential stockists in its second year thanks to a restrained but impactful aesthetic and accessible pricing.
Bruta's State-of-the-Art Shirting
Shirt label Bruta has secured globally influential stockists in its second year thanks to a restrained but impactful aesthetic and accessible pricing.
China
The China Edit | Hong Kong's Homegrown Talent, Rise of Domestic Shopper
This week, China looks to its homegrown talent in Hong Kong to drive the future growth of its fashion industry, and the owners of outlet park Bicester Village take a bet on growing demand from domestic Chinese consumers by opening a second outlet park.
The China Edit | Hong Kong's Homegrown Talent, Rise of Domestic Shopper
This week, China looks to its homegrown talent in Hong Kong to drive the future growth of its fashion industry, and the owners of outlet park Bicester Village take a bet on growing demand from domestic Chinese consumers by opening a second outlet park.
News & Analysis
After Long Slumber, Italian Fashion Wakes to ‘Beautiful Moment’
A new generation of high-potential fashion labels is blossoming in Italy in spite of a fashion system they say has been slow to provide the support they needed to get off the ground.
After Long Slumber, Italian Fashion Wakes to ‘Beautiful Moment’
A new generation of high-potential fashion labels is blossoming in Italy in spite of a fashion system they say has been slow to provide the support they needed to get off the ground.
The News in Brief
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.
Kevin.Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.
Mco Parent VidaCorp Rebrands to Axia Beauty Group
The company, which also owns brands Nude by Nature and Poni, also announced its new global headquarters and chief marketing officer.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.