GLP-1 and Cosmeceutical Skincare Usage Spike Bathroom Mini Fridge Demand
As shoppers incorporate weight-loss drugs and more sophisticated skincare into their daily routines, a cottage industry is growing.
global-currents
China
The China Edit | Mobile Retail Seen Reaching $1.4 Trillion, Demand for Online Luxury Rental Grows
China's mobile retail spending is expected to grow to $1.4 trillion by 2019 and luxury dress rental services are catching on among fashion-savvy and status-hungry consumers in smaller Chinese cities.
The China Edit | Mobile Retail Seen Reaching $1.4 Trillion, Demand for Online Luxury Rental Grows
China's mobile retail spending is expected to grow to $1.4 trillion by 2019 and luxury dress rental services are catching on among fashion-savvy and status-hungry consumers in smaller Chinese cities.
News & Analysis
What India’s Currency Crackdown Means For Fashion
In an effort to clamp down on corruption, India has withdrawn 500 and 1,000 rupee notes. BoF examines how it could fundamentally change the way people shop.
What India’s Currency Crackdown Means For Fashion
In an effort to clamp down on corruption, India has withdrawn 500 and 1,000 rupee notes. BoF examines how it could fundamentally change the way people shop.
Global Markets
Is India the Solution to Fashion’s Woes?
India remains one of the most conspicuous growth opportunities for a global luxury market stuck in a rut.
Is India the Solution to Fashion’s Woes?
India remains one of the most conspicuous growth opportunities for a global luxury market stuck in a rut.
News & Analysis
Why Africa’s Musicians Are a Marketing Goldmine
Stylish, dynamic and extremely popular, Afrobeats stars are brand ambassadors for many multinationals in Africa but the fashion industry has yet to grasp their value.
Why Africa’s Musicians Are a Marketing Goldmine
Stylish, dynamic and extremely popular, Afrobeats stars are brand ambassadors for many multinationals in Africa but the fashion industry has yet to grasp their value.
Fashion Week
São Paulo Fashion Week’s Bold Pivot To ‘See Now, Buy Now’
This cycle, Brazil’s leading fashion week was a seasonless showcase, encouraging designers to embrace fashion immediacy. BoF investigates.
São Paulo Fashion Week’s Bold Pivot To ‘See Now, Buy Now’
This cycle, Brazil’s leading fashion week was a seasonless showcase, encouraging designers to embrace fashion immediacy. BoF investigates.
China
The China Edit | Hong Kong's Homegrown Talent, Rise of Domestic Shopper
This week, China looks to its homegrown talent in Hong Kong to drive the future growth of its fashion industry, and the owners of outlet park Bicester Village take a bet on growing demand from domestic Chinese consumers by opening a second outlet park.
The China Edit | Hong Kong's Homegrown Talent, Rise of Domestic Shopper
This week, China looks to its homegrown talent in Hong Kong to drive the future growth of its fashion industry, and the owners of outlet park Bicester Village take a bet on growing demand from domestic Chinese consumers by opening a second outlet park.
Fashion Week
Can Seoul Fashion Week Turn Buzz into Business?
With a strong manufacturing base, government funding and a globe-conquering pop culture, Seoul Fashion Week wants to become a destination for international buyers. But it won’t be easy.
Can Seoul Fashion Week Turn Buzz into Business?
With a strong manufacturing base, government funding and a globe-conquering pop culture, Seoul Fashion Week wants to become a destination for international buyers. But it won’t be easy.
China
Shanghai Fashion Week Ups the Ante
China’s most globally-minded fashion week is becoming an umbrella event for new platforms clustering around Shanghai.
Shanghai Fashion Week Ups the Ante
China’s most globally-minded fashion week is becoming an umbrella event for new platforms clustering around Shanghai.
China
The China Edit | Tmall Bets on Fashion Immediacy, China's Indie Fashion Demand
This week, Tmall bets on 'See Now, Buy Now, with a live-streamed fashion show to lure global luxury brands, while China's designers and buyers learn how to deal with booming demand for its indie fashion scene.
The China Edit | Tmall Bets on Fashion Immediacy, China's Indie Fashion Demand
This week, Tmall bets on 'See Now, Buy Now, with a live-streamed fashion show to lure global luxury brands, while China's designers and buyers learn how to deal with booming demand for its indie fashion scene.
Global Markets
After Death of Thai King, Luxury Market Wavers
With a year-long mourning period and a possibly less-than-smooth transition planned, what does the future hold for Thailand's luxury sector?
After Death of Thai King, Luxury Market Wavers
With a year-long mourning period and a possibly less-than-smooth transition planned, what does the future hold for Thailand's luxury sector?
China
The China Edit | ZTO Express Eyes IPO, Alibaba's Payment By Nodding
This week, logistics company ZTO Express set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and Alibaba introduced a new payment system that allows shoppers to make a payment by nodding.
The China Edit | ZTO Express Eyes IPO, Alibaba's Payment By Nodding
This week, logistics company ZTO Express set terms for what could be the largest US initial public offering this year and Alibaba introduced a new payment system that allows shoppers to make a payment by nodding.
News & Analysis
Made in Ethiopia: Fashion's Next Sourcing Hub?
Ethiopian manufacturers are becoming increasingly competitive and ambitious, but can East Africa really provide an affordable sourcing alternative to Asia?
Made in Ethiopia: Fashion's Next Sourcing Hub?
Ethiopian manufacturers are becoming increasingly competitive and ambitious, but can East Africa really provide an affordable sourcing alternative to Asia?
The News in Brief
The Met’s Next Fashion Blockbuster Will Spotlight Galliano
The fashion icon, as famous for his singular talent as a scandal that cost him one of the industry’s top jobs, will become one of only three living designers to get a major solo exhibition at the museum.
Abbvie Earnings Beat Estimates as Botox Shows Signs of Revival
Abbvie reported second quarter profit and sales that topped expectations, driven by strong demand across its immunology and neuroscience franchises and further signs of a recovery in Botox.
Puma Results Show Progress on Turnaround
The German sports brand posted a narrower loss in the second quarter as it pushed ahead with an effort to restore growth next year.
DSM-Firmenich’s Fragrance-Led Core Profit Beat Sends Shares Higher
DSM-Firmenich beat market expectations for second-quarter core earnings, said full-year sales growth should reach the upper end of its target range on the back of broad-based volume growth.
Reformation Valued at $886 Million in NYSE Debut
The Permira-backed womenswear retailer and some of its shareholders had raised $211 million in its IPO on Wednesday, with shares opening at $15 apiece.
Puig Reports First-Half Revenue Growth After Estée Lauder Talks End
The Spanish beauty company reported first-half revenue growth on strong demand for makeup from Charlotte Tilbury.
Canada Goose Beats Revenue Estimates as Demand Holds Up
The outerwear brand beat expectations for first-quarter revenue, but new US tariffs on Canadian could affect future earnings.