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
Drive Episode 5: Warby Parker Founders on Forging Their Own Path
In episode five of BoF’s podcast series Drive, delivered by DHL, the co-founders of Warby Parker discuss how being industry outsiders helped them in their entrepreneurial journey, and why the opportunity keeps growing as the company does.
Drive Episode 5: Warby Parker Founders on Forging Their Own Path
In episode five of BoF’s podcast series Drive, delivered by DHL, the co-founders of Warby Parker discuss how being industry outsiders helped them in their entrepreneurial journey, and why the opportunity keeps growing as the company does.
Luxury
Chanel’s Digital Strategy Takes Shape Amid Executive Shuffle
In June, Chanel reported financial results for the first time in its history. Now, the $10 billion fashion house is evolving its digital strategy and shuffling some of its executives. What does this spell for the future of the brand?
Chanel’s Digital Strategy Takes Shape Amid Executive Shuffle
In June, Chanel reported financial results for the first time in its history. Now, the $10 billion fashion house is evolving its digital strategy and shuffling some of its executives. What does this spell for the future of the brand?
News & Analysis
Eyewear Brand Jimmy Fairly Plots UK Expansion
The French direct-to-consumer eyewear label is entering the UK with a new London store, e-commerce and plans for 14 more outposts in 2018.
Eyewear Brand Jimmy Fairly Plots UK Expansion
The French direct-to-consumer eyewear label is entering the UK with a new London store, e-commerce and plans for 14 more outposts in 2018.
News & Analysis
LVMH's Eyewear Venture Looks to Triple Production
A joint venture between LVMH and Marcolin could triple its production of glasses over time as its portfolio of brands expands.
LVMH's Eyewear Venture Looks to Triple Production
A joint venture between LVMH and Marcolin could triple its production of glasses over time as its portfolio of brands expands.
News & Analysis
Luxottica Sees Steady Growth Ahead
The eyewear maker said it expected to close its proposed merger with Essilor by mid-2018, while forecasting steady growth in its own sales and profits for the year.
Luxottica Sees Steady Growth Ahead
The eyewear maker said it expected to close its proposed merger with Essilor by mid-2018, while forecasting steady growth in its own sales and profits for the year.
News & Analysis
Safilo Struggled in 2017 After Losing Gucci License
The world's second-largest eyewear group's adjusted core profit is set to halve from a year earlier.
Safilo Struggled in 2017 After Losing Gucci License
The world's second-largest eyewear group's adjusted core profit is set to halve from a year earlier.
News & Analysis
EU Regulators to Clear Luxottica, Essilor Deal Without Conditions
The European Commission, which had some initial concerns about the48-billion-euro deal, did not confirm reports that the merger will be approved.
EU Regulators to Clear Luxottica, Essilor Deal Without Conditions
The European Commission, which had some initial concerns about the48-billion-euro deal, did not confirm reports that the merger will be approved.
News & Analysis
Optimising for Impact: Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age
Married entrepreneurs Neil Blumenthal of Warby Parker and Rachel Blumenthal of Rockets of Awesome talk leveraging data and building consumer relationships on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
Optimising for Impact: Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age
Married entrepreneurs Neil Blumenthal of Warby Parker and Rachel Blumenthal of Rockets of Awesome talk leveraging data and building consumer relationships on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
Retail
How a Designer Collaboration Transformed the Business of Le Specs
The once-sleepy Australian eyewear label is on track to become a $100 million brand, thanks, at least in part, to the blockbuster — and somewhat unexpected — success of its partnership with womenswear designer Adam Selman.
How a Designer Collaboration Transformed the Business of Le Specs
The once-sleepy Australian eyewear label is on track to become a $100 million brand, thanks, at least in part, to the blockbuster — and somewhat unexpected — success of its partnership with womenswear designer Adam Selman.
News & Analysis
Eyewear Mega-Merger Could Hurt US Consumers, but Still Be Approved
The merger between prescription lens maker Essilor and frame maker Luxottica could lead to higher prices, but US antitrust enforcers rarely seek to stop vertical deals.
Eyewear Mega-Merger Could Hurt US Consumers, but Still Be Approved
The merger between prescription lens maker Essilor and frame maker Luxottica could lead to higher prices, but US antitrust enforcers rarely seek to stop vertical deals.
News & Analysis
Kering Sued Over 'Made in Italy' Eyewear Claims
"According to a new lawsuit, eyewear for Gucci, YSL and Brioni is actually made (mostly) in China."
Kering Sued Over 'Made in Italy' Eyewear Claims
"According to a new lawsuit, eyewear for Gucci, YSL and Brioni is actually made (mostly) in China."
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Safilo Sales Hit by Delivery Disruption
The Italian eyewear manufacturer, which makes glasses for Boss, Fendi and other fashion brands, reported a steep drop in first quarter sales after a new IT system at its Padua distribution centre disrupted deliveries.
Safilo Sales Hit by Delivery Disruption
The Italian eyewear manufacturer, which makes glasses for Boss, Fendi and other fashion brands, reported a steep drop in first quarter sales after a new IT system at its Padua distribution centre disrupted deliveries.
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.