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Stone Island’s CEO on Growing a Brand Without Selling Out

Robert Triefus believes his role as a brand leader is not to invent authenticity. It is to protect it and leave it stronger than it is found. Two years of brand tracking with BoF's advisory team, BoF Insights, confirmed Stone Island could grow without losing the authenticity that has defined it for more than four decades.

Marketing

Stone Island’s CEO on Growing a Brand Without Selling Out

Robert Triefus believes his role as a brand leader is not to invent authenticity. It is to protect it and leave it stronger than it is found. Two years of brand tracking with BoF's advisory team, BoF Insights, confirmed Stone Island could grow without losing the authenticity that has defined it for more than four decades.


Beauty

Unilever Lifts Outlook on Strongest Volume Growth in Over A Decade

Unilever ‌upgraded its annual forecast on Tuesday, as consumers reached for brands like Vaseline and Dove despite household budget concerns stemming from the Iran war.

Beauty

Unilever Lifts Outlook on Strongest Volume Growth in Over A Decade

Unilever ‌upgraded its annual forecast on Tuesday, as consumers reached for brands like Vaseline and Dove despite household budget concerns stemming from the Iran war.


Luxury

Bernard Arnault Joins X as LVMH CEO Fights Off Rumours of Family Disunity

French newspaper Le Monde published a six-part series last week on the tycoon, including alleged tensions among his family members driven by succession.

Luxury

Bernard Arnault Joins X as LVMH CEO Fights Off Rumours of Family Disunity

French newspaper Le Monde published a six-part series last week on the tycoon, including alleged tensions among his family members driven by succession.


Retail

Skims Promotes Tracy Nguyen as Its First Chief Communications Officer

In the newly minted role, Nguyen will oversee entertainment, sports and brand partnerships, while continuing to lead Skims’ global communications.

Retail

Skims Promotes Tracy Nguyen as Its First Chief Communications Officer

In the newly minted role, Nguyen will oversee entertainment, sports and brand partnerships, while continuing to lead Skims’ global communications.


Beauty

LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance

Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.

Beauty

LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance

Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.


Beauty

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.

Beauty

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.


Workplace & Talent

How Fashion Schools Are Recruiting a Sceptical Generation

Schools are updating curricula, strengthening ties with industry and expanding career support. But educators say success still depends on what students do with those opportunities.

Workplace & Talent

How Fashion Schools Are Recruiting a Sceptical Generation

Schools are updating curricula, strengthening ties with industry and expanding career support. But educators say success still depends on what students do with those opportunities.


Luxury

Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO

The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.

Luxury

Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO

The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.


Luxury

Kate Spade Names Jonathan Saunders Executive Creative Director

After years without a single creative leader, the Tapestry-owned brand is betting the Alexander McQueen and Calvin Klein alum can help reignite growth and sharpen its identity.

Luxury

Kate Spade Names Jonathan Saunders Executive Creative Director

After years without a single creative leader, the Tapestry-owned brand is betting the Alexander McQueen and Calvin Klein alum can help reignite growth and sharpen its identity.


Luxury

Bottega Veneta Taps LVMH Fragrance Chief Romain Spitzer As CEO

Spitzer, a 20-year veteran of LVMH’s fragrance division, is joining the Kering-owned leather goods house after a lengthy CEO search.

Luxury

Bottega Veneta Taps LVMH Fragrance Chief Romain Spitzer As CEO

Spitzer, a 20-year veteran of LVMH’s fragrance division, is joining the Kering-owned leather goods house after a lengthy CEO search.


Technology

Can Brands Replace Outside Consultants With AI?

As more fashion companies turn to generative artificial intelligence for tasks such as research and analysis, they’re reassessing which outside expertise is still necessary and worth paying for.

Technology

Can Brands Replace Outside Consultants With AI?

As more fashion companies turn to generative artificial intelligence for tasks such as research and analysis, they’re reassessing which outside expertise is still necessary and worth paying for.


Retail

Report: Shein Executive Chairman to Step Down as IPO Nears Completion

Donald Tang, who has acted as the Western representative of secretive Shein founder Sky Xu, will transition to a senior adviser role.

Retail

Report: Shein Executive Chairman to Step Down as IPO Nears Completion

Donald Tang, who has acted as the Western representative of secretive Shein founder Sky Xu, will transition to a senior adviser role.