Chanel Extends Revamp as Fashion Head Pavlovsky Exits Board
The move follows CFO Philippe Blondiaux’s decision to retire at the end of this year after more than 15 years at Chanel.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The News in Brief
Zara Billionaire Owner Ortega Buys $550 Million Chicago Tower
Pontegadea Inversiones SL acquired the 51-story One North Wacker in the city’s business district in one of the biggest US office deals this year.
Laani and Boldpurity Are Among This Year’s Estée Lauder, Nykaa Beauty&You Winners
The programme, now in its fifth year, reflect the US beauty giant’s commitment to the Indian market.
Douglas Group Names New CEO
Jean-Marc Bellaiche will succeed outgoing Sander van der Laan as chief executive of the German beauty retailer.
Lululemon Makes Changes to Fabric Team After See-Through Mishaps
The changes at the leggings maker come after a customer backlash over quality issues.
THG Lifts 2026 Profit Forecast on Nutrition Demand
The UK e-commerce platform, which owns Dermstore and Lookfantastic, forecast 2026 adjusted core profit above market expectations, driven by strong demand for its sports nutrition and supplements brand and favourable whey protein prices.
Botswana Said to Near Agreement on Size of Its De Beers Stake
Ongoing talks between the nation’s government and Global Diamond Consortium are likely to see Botswana boost its stake in De Beers by 10 percent.
Rolex and Gold Were for US and Not Trump, Swiss Trade Chief Says
The goods delivered last November by a business delegation seeking relief from Trump’s onerous tariffs became a matter of national controversy in Switzerland.