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
How China’s Feiyue Sneakers, Shoes of Shaolin Monks, Are Making a Comeback
"Traditionally the go-to footwear of Shaolin monks, Chinese Feiyue sneakers are seeing a resurgence thanks to Gen Z’s love of retro heritage brands."
How China’s Feiyue Sneakers, Shoes of Shaolin Monks, Are Making a Comeback
"Traditionally the go-to footwear of Shaolin monks, Chinese Feiyue sneakers are seeing a resurgence thanks to Gen Z’s love of retro heritage brands."
Luxury
China's Gen-Z Shoppers Fuelling Luxury Market Momentum
Consumers in their late teens and early 20s are rapidly taking center stage in China, the average shopper is reportedly younger than anywhere else in the world.
China's Gen-Z Shoppers Fuelling Luxury Market Momentum
Consumers in their late teens and early 20s are rapidly taking center stage in China, the average shopper is reportedly younger than anywhere else in the world.
Retail
American Eagle Builds on Gen-Z Appeal With Diversity Message
While most teen retailers have struggled to appeal to the newest crop of young shoppers, the denim maker has remained a firm favourite among the demographic.
American Eagle Builds on Gen-Z Appeal With Diversity Message
While most teen retailers have struggled to appeal to the newest crop of young shoppers, the denim maker has remained a firm favourite among the demographic.
Media
The BoF Podcast: Understanding Gen-Z
The fluidity and self-starting philosophy of Generation Z is seen as troubling by many in fashion and media. But Molly Logan and her panel of accomplished Gen-Z creatives discuss what it really means for brands to work with Generation Next.
The BoF Podcast: Understanding Gen-Z
The fluidity and self-starting philosophy of Generation Z is seen as troubling by many in fashion and media. But Molly Logan and her panel of accomplished Gen-Z creatives discuss what it really means for brands to work with Generation Next.
News & Analysis
Navigating Gen-Z: The ABCs of Fluidity
Molly Logan, co-founder of Gen-Z-owned and -run think tank and studio Irregular Labs, and five Gen-Z creatives break down the philosophies and mindsets of Generation Next at BoF's VOICES.
Navigating Gen-Z: The ABCs of Fluidity
Molly Logan, co-founder of Gen-Z-owned and -run think tank and studio Irregular Labs, and five Gen-Z creatives break down the philosophies and mindsets of Generation Next at BoF's VOICES.
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.