Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
leadership
Luxury
Richemont Wins Support of Proxy Adviser Against Activist Investor
Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. recommended in a report Monday that shareholders reject Bluebell’s proposal to name former Bulgari CEO Francesco Trapani to the board as representative of Richemont’s A-class equity holders, saying the appointment wouldn’t serve their interests.
Richemont Wins Support of Proxy Adviser Against Activist Investor
Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. recommended in a report Monday that shareholders reject Bluebell’s proposal to name former Bulgari CEO Francesco Trapani to the board as representative of Richemont’s A-class equity holders, saying the appointment wouldn’t serve their interests.
Sustainability
Why Eileen Fisher’s Approach to Sustainable Fashion Works
And how other brands can emulate it.
Why Eileen Fisher’s Approach to Sustainable Fashion Works
And how other brands can emulate it.
Workplace & Talent
What Makes a Great Fashion Office
More and more companies want to see their staff in person again at the office. Creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, offers flexibility and thoughtful perks could convince employees to leave the home office behind.
What Makes a Great Fashion Office
More and more companies want to see their staff in person again at the office. Creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, offers flexibility and thoughtful perks could convince employees to leave the home office behind.
Luxury
Richemont Says Ex-Bulgari CEO Is ‘Inappropriate’ for Board
The group urged shareholders to vote against activist investor Bluebell’s proposal to appoint Francesco Trapani to the board because he is too closely associated with arch-rival LVMH.
Richemont Says Ex-Bulgari CEO Is ‘Inappropriate’ for Board
The group urged shareholders to vote against activist investor Bluebell’s proposal to appoint Francesco Trapani to the board because he is too closely associated with arch-rival LVMH.
Luxury
Rethinking Luxury’s Relationship With Black Consumers
Black Americans have long been avid buyers of high-end goods. Now their expectations are shifting, with important implications for brands.
Rethinking Luxury’s Relationship With Black Consumers
Black Americans have long been avid buyers of high-end goods. Now their expectations are shifting, with important implications for brands.
Luxury
Activist Investor Fights for Broader Representation at Richemont
Activist shareholder Bluebell Capital Partners on Monday claimed a partial victory in its efforts to overhaul management at luxury group Richemont after the company proposed the appointment of a director to look after the interests of ordinary shareholders.
Activist Investor Fights for Broader Representation at Richemont
Activist shareholder Bluebell Capital Partners on Monday claimed a partial victory in its efforts to overhaul management at luxury group Richemont after the company proposed the appointment of a director to look after the interests of ordinary shareholders.
Retail
JD Sports Fills CEO Position After 8 Years With Schultz Appointment
Britain’s biggest sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion said on Tuesday French businessman and former B&Q executive Regis Schultz would become its chief executive officer, filling the top position after eight years.
JD Sports Fills CEO Position After 8 Years With Schultz Appointment
Britain’s biggest sportswear retailer JD Sports Fashion said on Tuesday French businessman and former B&Q executive Regis Schultz would become its chief executive officer, filling the top position after eight years.
Global Markets
Zilingo COO Quits in Latest Blow for Singapore Start-Up
Aadi Vaidya, who joined the company in 2015 and became the COO two years later, confirmed his resignation when contacted by Bloomberg News. Friday is his last day at the company, Vaidya said in his response.
Zilingo COO Quits in Latest Blow for Singapore Start-Up
Aadi Vaidya, who joined the company in 2015 and became the COO two years later, confirmed his resignation when contacted by Bloomberg News. Friday is his last day at the company, Vaidya said in his response.
Media
Vogue Profiles Ukraine’s First Lady
The US edition of the magazine released a digital cover featuring Olena Zelenska on its Instagram page as part of a spread photographed by Annie Leibovitz, titled “Portrait of Bravery: Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska,” which is set to appear in its October print issue. Zelenska and her husband, president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, spoke to Vogue about their relationship, the war and Ukraine’s future.
Vogue Profiles Ukraine’s First Lady
The US edition of the magazine released a digital cover featuring Olena Zelenska on its Instagram page as part of a spread photographed by Annie Leibovitz, titled “Portrait of Bravery: Ukraine’s First Lady Olena Zelenska,” which is set to appear in its October print issue. Zelenska and her husband, president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, spoke to Vogue about their relationship, the war and Ukraine’s future.
Luxury
Activist Bluebell Wants Ex-Bulgari CEO on Richemont Board
Bluebell proposed that Francesco Trapani, who led the Bulgari jewellery brand for nearly three decades until 2011 and was a founding partner of Bluebell in 2019, join Richemont’s board to represent its A-class shares, according to a letter dated July 14 sent to the company and seen by Bloomberg News.
Activist Bluebell Wants Ex-Bulgari CEO on Richemont Board
Bluebell proposed that Francesco Trapani, who led the Bulgari jewellery brand for nearly three decades until 2011 and was a founding partner of Bluebell in 2019, join Richemont’s board to represent its A-class shares, according to a letter dated July 14 sent to the company and seen by Bloomberg News.
Workplace & Talent
Is Now the Right Time to Ask for a Raise? It’s Complicated
It’s still an employee’s labour market, but recession fears are adding new challenges to pay negotiations for retail and fashion job candidates looking to increase their salaries.
Is Now the Right Time to Ask for a Raise? It’s Complicated
It’s still an employee’s labour market, but recession fears are adding new challenges to pay negotiations for retail and fashion job candidates looking to increase their salaries.
Workplace & Talent
The BoF Podcast | Ross Bailey on Building a Business From Humble Beginnings
The founder and CEO of retail pop-up marketplace Appear Here shares his entrepreneurial journey and advice for young founders looking to break through.
The BoF Podcast | Ross Bailey on Building a Business From Humble Beginnings
The founder and CEO of retail pop-up marketplace Appear Here shares his entrepreneurial journey and advice for young founders looking to break through.
The News in Brief
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.