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.
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News & Analysis
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Sustainability
Fashion in 2018 | 08. Sustainability Credibility
As fashion's focus shifts to a circular economy, in 2018 sustainability will evolve from being a menu of fragmented initiatives to being an integral and defining part of the entire fashion value chain.
Fashion in 2018 | 08. Sustainability Credibility
As fashion's focus shifts to a circular economy, in 2018 sustainability will evolve from being a menu of fragmented initiatives to being an integral and defining part of the entire fashion value chain.
News & Analysis
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
Retail
Levi’s Unveils 50 Collaborations to Boost Comeback
The denim brand enlisted influencers from G-Dragon to Karlie Kloss to personalise trucker jackets as part of its efforts to grow beyond jeans — and tap today’s digitally driven youth culture.
Levi’s Unveils 50 Collaborations to Boost Comeback
The denim brand enlisted influencers from G-Dragon to Karlie Kloss to personalise trucker jackets as part of its efforts to grow beyond jeans — and tap today’s digitally driven youth culture.
Sustainability
H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report
Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.
H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report
Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.
Technology
Bits & Bytes | Levis' Virtual Stylist, Can This Smartwatch Save Fitbit?
This week, Levi's launches chatbot stylist on Facebook Messenger, and can Fitbit's Ionic smartwatch save the company?
Bits & Bytes | Levis' Virtual Stylist, Can This Smartwatch Save Fitbit?
This week, Levi's launches chatbot stylist on Facebook Messenger, and can Fitbit's Ionic smartwatch save the company?
Workplace & Talent
The Best Companies To Work For In Fashion
The Business of Fashion surveyed over 2,600 industry professionals, representing more than 190 leading fashion companies around the world for our first annual report on the best companies to work for in fashion.
The Best Companies To Work For In Fashion
The Business of Fashion surveyed over 2,600 industry professionals, representing more than 190 leading fashion companies around the world for our first annual report on the best companies to work for in fashion.
News & Analysis
The iPad's success, India vows opennness, Burberry beats forecasts, Levi's profits up, America's original voice
iPads Now Driving More Web Traffic Than iPhones (Mashable) "Smartphones and tablets — particularly the iPad — are becoming an increasingly
The iPad's success, India vows opennness, Burberry beats forecasts, Levi's profits up, America's original voice
iPads Now Driving More Web Traffic Than iPhones (Mashable) "Smartphones and tablets — particularly the iPad — are becoming an increasingly
The News in Brief
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.