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.
footwear
Sports
The Sneakers That Mattered Most in 2025
The Business of Fashion crunched the numbers, polled readers and spoke with leading sneaker authorities to identify the shoes that defined the market this year – and pointed the way to what’s coming next.
The Sneakers That Mattered Most in 2025
The Business of Fashion crunched the numbers, polled readers and spoke with leading sneaker authorities to identify the shoes that defined the market this year – and pointed the way to what’s coming next.
Direct-to-Consumer
Rothy’s New Chief Executive Wants To Extend Its Winning Streak
The shoemaker’s president and finance chief, Dayna Quanbeck, spoke to The Business of Fashion about her plans for the brand once she transitions to the top role in January.
Rothy’s New Chief Executive Wants To Extend Its Winning Streak
The shoemaker’s president and finance chief, Dayna Quanbeck, spoke to The Business of Fashion about her plans for the brand once she transitions to the top role in January.
Sports
The 2026 World Cup Is Already Here for Fashion
Brand activations and collections for the 2026 World Cup are already beginning to pop out across the sportswear industry.
The 2026 World Cup Is Already Here for Fashion
Brand activations and collections for the 2026 World Cup are already beginning to pop out across the sportswear industry.
Sports
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Nike Is Restructuring — Again
Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?
Sports
The Death of Sneakers Is Overstated
The sneaker aftermarket and sneaker culture might not be where they were during their peak years in the early 2020s, but that doesn’t mean that it’s over.
The Death of Sneakers Is Overstated
The sneaker aftermarket and sneaker culture might not be where they were during their peak years in the early 2020s, but that doesn’t mean that it’s over.
Luxury
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
Sports
China’s Anta Sports Said to Be Exploring a Bid for Puma
The Chinese sports apparel company is among firms exploring a potential takeover of Puma, according to people familiar with the matter.
China’s Anta Sports Said to Be Exploring a Bid for Puma
The Chinese sports apparel company is among firms exploring a potential takeover of Puma, according to people familiar with the matter.
Retail
Dr. Martens Is Ready for a Reboot
In her first interview, new chief brand officer Carla Murphy says the brand is “in motion for its next chapter,” leading with a heritage-heavy revamp that’s on full display at its new London flagship.
Dr. Martens Is Ready for a Reboot
In her first interview, new chief brand officer Carla Murphy says the brand is “in motion for its next chapter,” leading with a heritage-heavy revamp that’s on full display at its new London flagship.
Sports
How Wolverine Worldwide Turned Saucony Into a Sportswear Challenger
Wolverine Worldwide’s CEO Chris Hufnagel explains how he’s kept two small sportswear brands, Saucony and Merrell, competitive in a category dominated by giants.
How Wolverine Worldwide Turned Saucony Into a Sportswear Challenger
Wolverine Worldwide’s CEO Chris Hufnagel explains how he’s kept two small sportswear brands, Saucony and Merrell, competitive in a category dominated by giants.
Partner Content
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
At Sorel, Charting the Course for Brand Reinvention
The outdoor footwear brand is redefining its identity under new leadership, blending its purpose-driven heritage with fashion-forward collaborations for an elevated, all-seasons approach.
Sports
Stephen Curry Breaks Up With Under Armour
Footwear has become increasingly weird over the past few years. The latest trend report from the secondary market platform StockX shows us that it won’t change heading into 2026.
Stephen Curry Breaks Up With Under Armour
Footwear has become increasingly weird over the past few years. The latest trend report from the secondary market platform StockX shows us that it won’t change heading into 2026.
Sports
Why Après-Ski Is Here To Stay
As we enter the winter season, it’s clear that skiwear is still heavy on fashion brands’ minds.
Why Après-Ski Is Here To Stay
As we enter the winter season, it’s clear that skiwear is still heavy on fashion brands’ minds.
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.