The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
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News & Analysis
Vogue Paris to Launch Fashion Festival
BoF can exclusively reveal that the French edition of Vogue is set to launch the inaugural Vogue Paris Fashion Festival, a two-day event to be held in November.
Vogue Paris to Launch Fashion Festival
BoF can exclusively reveal that the French edition of Vogue is set to launch the inaugural Vogue Paris Fashion Festival, a two-day event to be held in November.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | BFC Unveils Global Fashion Awards, London’s Answer to the Met Ball
BoF can exclusively reveal that the British Fashion Council is transforming its annual fashion awards into a global event, positioned as ‘a mix of the Academy Awards and the Met Ball.’
BoF Exclusive | BFC Unveils Global Fashion Awards, London’s Answer to the Met Ball
BoF can exclusively reveal that the British Fashion Council is transforming its annual fashion awards into a global event, positioned as ‘a mix of the Academy Awards and the Met Ball.’
Marketing
At Festivals, Fashion Taps the 'Currency of Cool'
Music festivals like Coachella, which attract influential, social-media savvy audiences, can be powerful marketing platforms, but ‘festival fatigue’ is a real risk.
At Festivals, Fashion Taps the 'Currency of Cool'
Music festivals like Coachella, which attract influential, social-media savvy audiences, can be powerful marketing platforms, but ‘festival fatigue’ is a real risk.
News & Analysis
LACMA's Masterclass in Menswear
With fashion obsessed with creating clothes that look like they've already lived, 'Reigning Men' offers a masterclass in re-animation.
LACMA's Masterclass in Menswear
With fashion obsessed with creating clothes that look like they've already lived, 'Reigning Men' offers a masterclass in re-animation.
Luxury
Elegantly Connecting Fashion and Art
On the eve of Art Basel Miami Beach, BoF talks to the powerbrokers cross-pollinating fashion and art about the intersection of the two worlds.
Elegantly Connecting Fashion and Art
On the eve of Art Basel Miami Beach, BoF talks to the powerbrokers cross-pollinating fashion and art about the intersection of the two worlds.
Financial Markets
Alibaba Says Singles' Day Sales Surpass Last Year's $9.3 Billion Total
Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd said on Wednesday the value of merchandise it has sold so far during the Singles' Day online shopping extravaganza had surpassed last year's total of $9.3 billion.
Alibaba Says Singles' Day Sales Surpass Last Year's $9.3 Billion Total
Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd said on Wednesday the value of merchandise it has sold so far during the Singles' Day online shopping extravaganza had surpassed last year's total of $9.3 billion.
News & Analysis
A Special Thank You to the #BoF500
Click to watch the video of last week’s #BoF500 gala dinner, which brought together the most influential figures from every slice of the global fashion industry.
A Special Thank You to the #BoF500
Click to watch the video of last week’s #BoF500 gala dinner, which brought together the most influential figures from every slice of the global fashion industry.
News & Analysis
The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500
Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.
The Business of Fashion and the CFDA Celebrate the Forthcoming #BoF500
Fashion's top players celebrated BoF and the American members of the #BoF500.
Fashion Week
Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?
On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?
Could Givenchy’s Public Show Set a New Template?
On September 11th, Givenchy opened the doors of its meditative, mould-breaking show, co-art directed by Riccardo Tisci and Marina Abramović, to members of the public. Is this the way forward?
News & Analysis
Despite Challenges, Trade Shows Remain Solid Business
In a digital age, success depends on execution and innovation.
Despite Challenges, Trade Shows Remain Solid Business
In a digital age, success depends on execution and innovation.
Marketing
Why Can't New York Fashion Week Find Another Automotive Sponsor?
September’s New York Fashion Week will be the first in seven years to run without an automotive sponsor in its name.
Why Can't New York Fashion Week Find Another Automotive Sponsor?
September’s New York Fashion Week will be the first in seven years to run without an automotive sponsor in its name.
News & Analysis
Does Fashion Need a Global Council?
A global organisation could solve key issues in the fashion industry, from scheduling conflicts to model health, argues Colin McDowell.
Does Fashion Need a Global Council?
A global organisation could solve key issues in the fashion industry, from scheduling conflicts to model health, argues Colin McDowell.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
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.
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.