Report: Abercrombie to Seek Fresh Backers for China Business
The US-listed company is conducting a review of its Chinese assets and may sell a stake in the unit, which could be valued at several hundred million dollars, Bloomberg reported.
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Fashion Week
Introducing BoF Fashion Week
Introducing BoF Fashion Week, a new industry destination for independent coverage of the international fashion shows, launching this weekend.
Introducing BoF Fashion Week
Introducing BoF Fashion Week, a new industry destination for independent coverage of the international fashion shows, launching this weekend.
News & Analysis
Why J.Crew Decided to Ditch High Fashion
Mickey Drexler, J.Crew's chief executive, keeps bringing up one word: "Heritage."
Why J.Crew Decided to Ditch High Fashion
Mickey Drexler, J.Crew's chief executive, keeps bringing up one word: "Heritage."
News & Analysis
Balancing Business and Creative Learning
Designers and educators weigh in on fashion schools’ search for the equilibrium between teaching business and nurturing creativity.
Balancing Business and Creative Learning
Designers and educators weigh in on fashion schools’ search for the equilibrium between teaching business and nurturing creativity.
Financial Markets
Prada First-Half Sales Miss Estimates as China’s Slump Persists
Prada SpA reported first-half revenue that missed analysts’ estimates as demand for its handbags and wallets in Hong Kong and Macau continued to wane.
Prada First-Half Sales Miss Estimates as China’s Slump Persists
Prada SpA reported first-half revenue that missed analysts’ estimates as demand for its handbags and wallets in Hong Kong and Macau continued to wane.
News & Analysis
Welcoming Tim Blanks to the BoF Team
Imran Amed welcomes respected fashion critic and commentator Tim Blanks, who will bring his highly regarded opinion to BoF’s new fashion shows coverage, set to launch in September.
Welcoming Tim Blanks to the BoF Team
Imran Amed welcomes respected fashion critic and commentator Tim Blanks, who will bring his highly regarded opinion to BoF’s new fashion shows coverage, set to launch in September.
News & Analysis
Alaïa’s Approach
Colin McDowell sits down with Azzedine Alaïa to discuss his life, his work and the recently unveiled exhibition 'Couture/Sculpture: Azzedine Alaïa in the History of Fashion.'
Alaïa’s Approach
Colin McDowell sits down with Azzedine Alaïa to discuss his life, his work and the recently unveiled exhibition 'Couture/Sculpture: Azzedine Alaïa in the History of Fashion.'
Luxury
Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.
Valentino and Roman Couture
At Valentino's haute couture show, Colin McDowell reflects on the house, its founder and the future of Roman couture.
Financial Markets
J. Crew Debuts Value-Focused 'Mercantile' Brand to Spark Growth
J. Crew Group Inc., seeking to win over more cost-conscious shoppers, is introducing a new brand that will sell apparel at lower prices.
J. Crew Debuts Value-Focused 'Mercantile' Brand to Spark Growth
J. Crew Group Inc., seeking to win over more cost-conscious shoppers, is introducing a new brand that will sell apparel at lower prices.
News & Analysis
Richemont CEOs Are Top-Paid Europe Executives After VW Boss
Richemont co-chief executive officers Richard Lepeu and Bernard Fornas are catching up with Volkswagen AG’s Martin Winterkorn as the top-paid executives in Europe, according to a study by HKP.
Richemont CEOs Are Top-Paid Europe Executives After VW Boss
Richemont co-chief executive officers Richard Lepeu and Bernard Fornas are catching up with Volkswagen AG’s Martin Winterkorn as the top-paid executives in Europe, according to a study by HKP.
News & Analysis
Inside Tommy Hilfiger's American Dream
In our latest ‘Inside Fashion’ interview, BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Tommy Hilfiger to discuss how the American fashion designer built his global empire.
Inside Tommy Hilfiger's American Dream
In our latest ‘Inside Fashion’ interview, BoF's Imran Amed sits down with Tommy Hilfiger to discuss how the American fashion designer built his global empire.
News & Analysis
J. Crew Has a Sweater Problem
J. Crew is already coming off a “lousy year” in women’s clothing. Now, the company is having trouble with an important piece of its business: sweaters.
J. Crew Has a Sweater Problem
J. Crew is already coming off a “lousy year” in women’s clothing. Now, the company is having trouble with an important piece of its business: sweaters.
News & Analysis
Renzo Rosso Says Rehabilitated Galliano is a "Real Pro"
Renzo Rosso, chairman and main shareholder of Maison Margiela's parent OTB group, said sales were already up 20 percent at the fashion house even though only a few of Galliano's pieces had so far reached the shelves.
Renzo Rosso Says Rehabilitated Galliano is a "Real Pro"
Renzo Rosso, chairman and main shareholder of Maison Margiela's parent OTB group, said sales were already up 20 percent at the fashion house even though only a few of Galliano's pieces had so far reached the shelves.
The News in Brief
Chanel Sales Up 16% in First Half
Chanel’s sales are accelerating after returning to growth last year, Bloomberg reported citing an unnamed source. Beauty sales rose 8 percent.
P&G to Buy Supplement Maker Thorne for $3.8 Billion
Shailesh Jejurikar, chief executive of the American personal care conglomerate, told CNBC it will acquire the line from LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton.
Eli Lilly to Offer Early Access to Next-Gen Obesity Drug to Some Patients
Eli Lilly said on Monday it would allow a limited number of patients to have early access to its experimental obesity drug, retatrutide, before its US FDA approval.
India’s Nykaa Posts Higher Quarterly Profit on Strong Beauty Demand, Fashion Growth
India’s FSN E-Commerce Ventures, which operates beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa, reported a more than three-fold rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, boosted by strong growth in its beauty business and a sharp acceleration in fashion sales.
Ferragamo Returns to Profit as Relaunch Strategy Advances
The Italian luxury brand swung to a net profit for the first half after growing sales in the second quarter, with turnaround efforts particularly evident in its directly owned shops.
Shein Seeks $30 Billion to $40 Billion Valuation for August IPO, Sources Say
The valuation target marks a dramatic reset for Shein, which plans to launch its IPO as early as mid-August, three people familiar with the matter said.
Zalando Narrows Profit Outlook, Sees Growth at Lower End of Range
The online fashion retailer said 2026 revenue and growth will land in the lower half of its previously guided range and narrowed its adjusted operating profit outlook.