Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
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Global Markets
On Fleeting Hong Kong Trips, Chinese Make Frugal Fashionable
HONG KONG, China — Armed with empty suitcases and same-day return tickets, an army of mainland Chinese is descending on suburban outlet shopping
On Fleeting Hong Kong Trips, Chinese Make Frugal Fashionable
HONG KONG, China — Armed with empty suitcases and same-day return tickets, an army of mainland Chinese is descending on suburban outlet shopping
Global Markets
French Press | Le Monde Reports on LVMH's Secret Hermès Plan, São Paulo's Fiercely Competitive Luxury Malls, Sports and Lifestyle Brands
BoF distills recent fashion stories from the French media.
French Press | Le Monde Reports on LVMH's Secret Hermès Plan, São Paulo's Fiercely Competitive Luxury Malls, Sports and Lifestyle Brands
BoF distills recent fashion stories from the French media.
Global Markets
In Japan, the Rise of 'Geek Brands'
There are more single or childless Japanese men in their 30s and 40s than ever before. The affluent and well paid among them have the time and money to indulge their most esoteric whims, whether in hobbies or consumer goods. A host of new brands and stores have emerged to serve them. One of the latest is H Tokyo, a tiny store devoted entirely to men’s handkerchiefs. JapanConsuming investigates.
In Japan, the Rise of 'Geek Brands'
There are more single or childless Japanese men in their 30s and 40s than ever before. The affluent and well paid among them have the time and money to indulge their most esoteric whims, whether in hobbies or consumer goods. A host of new brands and stores have emerged to serve them. One of the latest is H Tokyo, a tiny store devoted entirely to men’s handkerchiefs. JapanConsuming investigates.
Global Markets
A New Growth Brand for Japan's Onward Holdings: Charles & Keith
In Japan, the arrival of powerful fashion retailers from Asia has been a theme this Spring. Korean retailer E-Land began opening stores in March, but last month saw the unveiling of the first stores for Charles & Keith, the Singapore retailer which does for shoes and accessories what H&M and Zara do for apparel. Japanese market intelligence provider JapanConsuming investigates.
A New Growth Brand for Japan's Onward Holdings: Charles & Keith
In Japan, the arrival of powerful fashion retailers from Asia has been a theme this Spring. Korean retailer E-Land began opening stores in March, but last month saw the unveiling of the first stores for Charles & Keith, the Singapore retailer which does for shoes and accessories what H&M and Zara do for apparel. Japanese market intelligence provider JapanConsuming investigates.
Global Markets
China's Anti-Corruption Campaign is Masking the Real Causes of the Luxury Slowdown
Contrary to numerous reports, broad changes in Chinese consumer behaviour and sentiment — not the country's much publicised anti-extravagance campaign — are the likely causes of China's luxury slowdown, says Anne Zhang, a reporter for Chinese business magazine CBNweekly.
China's Anti-Corruption Campaign is Masking the Real Causes of the Luxury Slowdown
Contrary to numerous reports, broad changes in Chinese consumer behaviour and sentiment — not the country's much publicised anti-extravagance campaign — are the likely causes of China's luxury slowdown, says Anne Zhang, a reporter for Chinese business magazine CBNweekly.
China
The China Edit | Asos China, Chinese Tourists Shaping Retail, Alibaba's Weibo Deal, Retail Hotpots In Asia Pacific, CFDA Launches 'Americans in China'
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Asos China, Chinese Tourists Shaping Retail, Alibaba's Weibo Deal, Retail Hotpots In Asia Pacific, CFDA Launches 'Americans in China'
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Global Markets
'Speed Money' Puts the Brakes on India's Retail Growth
MUMBAI, India — Hong-Kong entrepreneur Ramesh Tainwala spent 18 months operating branded clothing retail stores in India before deciding it was
'Speed Money' Puts the Brakes on India's Retail Growth
MUMBAI, India — Hong-Kong entrepreneur Ramesh Tainwala spent 18 months operating branded clothing retail stores in India before deciding it was
Global Markets
Brazilian Fashion’s Identity Crisis
With high street brands gaining momentum and high-end designers sitting out the shows, or showing collections lacking in creativity, Brazil’s local luxury fashion scene is facing something of an identity crisis.
Brazilian Fashion’s Identity Crisis
With high street brands gaining momentum and high-end designers sitting out the shows, or showing collections lacking in creativity, Brazil’s local luxury fashion scene is facing something of an identity crisis.
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The China Edit | Guo Pei, Credit Cards, Cheap Chic, Marks & Spencer, Alibaba Combats Fakes
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Guo Pei, Credit Cards, Cheap Chic, Marks & Spencer, Alibaba Combats Fakes
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
China
The China Edit | Luxury Crackdown, Consumer Archetypes, Spending Youth, Taobao's Fashion Show, Dior Homme
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Luxury Crackdown, Consumer Archetypes, Spending Youth, Taobao's Fashion Show, Dior Homme
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Global Markets
Right Brain, Left Brain | Will India Fulfill Its Luxury Potential?
Back from a whirlwind trip to Mumbai, India, BoF's editor-in-chief, Imran Amed reflects on the development of the local economy and the luxury goods and fashion market.
Right Brain, Left Brain | Will India Fulfill Its Luxury Potential?
Back from a whirlwind trip to Mumbai, India, BoF's editor-in-chief, Imran Amed reflects on the development of the local economy and the luxury goods and fashion market.
China
The China Edit | Shanghai Tang, L’Oréal Expands, Uniqlo Performs, Triple-Major, Made-in-Asia Luxury
Today, we bring you the first instalment of The China Edit, a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world's largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Shanghai Tang, L’Oréal Expands, Uniqlo Performs, Triple-Major, Made-in-Asia Luxury
Today, we bring you the first instalment of The China Edit, a weekly curation of the most important must-read fashion business news and analysis from and about the world's largest luxury market.
The News in Brief
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.