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.
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The BoF Podcast: Luis Venegas on Print Media in an Age of Uncertainty
In the latest episode of the BoF Podcast, Madrid-based publisher Luis Venegas talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about the fate — and resilience — of print magazines.
The BoF Podcast: Luis Venegas on Print Media in an Age of Uncertainty
In the latest episode of the BoF Podcast, Madrid-based publisher Luis Venegas talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about the fate — and resilience — of print magazines.
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At Condé Nast and Hearst, It’s About More Than the Current Crisis
The rival publishers have so far taken different approaches to managing what’s in front of them — and anticipating what’s to come.
At Condé Nast and Hearst, It’s About More Than the Current Crisis
The rival publishers have so far taken different approaches to managing what’s in front of them — and anticipating what’s to come.
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For Fashion Magazines, It's Crunch Time
Style titles face panicked advertisers, long-lead times and cancelled photo shoots. Can they keep print media relevant in the age of Covid-19?
For Fashion Magazines, It's Crunch Time
Style titles face panicked advertisers, long-lead times and cancelled photo shoots. Can they keep print media relevant in the age of Covid-19?
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Hearst Is Still Searching for an Editor for Harper’s Bazaar. Here’s Why.
Print’s challenges might not matter to some who dream of following in the footsteps of Liz Tilberis and Glenda Bailey. But many of today’s editors have other aspirations.
Hearst Is Still Searching for an Editor for Harper’s Bazaar. Here’s Why.
Print’s challenges might not matter to some who dream of following in the footsteps of Liz Tilberis and Glenda Bailey. But many of today’s editors have other aspirations.
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Katie Grand Names Ben Cobb Co-Editor-in-Chief of LOVE
The former Another Man EIC will join the Condé Nast title to lead menswear coverage. BoF's Tim Blanks sits down with the new partners to discuss their unexpected hookup.
Katie Grand Names Ben Cobb Co-Editor-in-Chief of LOVE
The former Another Man EIC will join the Condé Nast title to lead menswear coverage. BoF's Tim Blanks sits down with the new partners to discuss their unexpected hookup.
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This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
Workplace & Talent
Marie Claire Names Fashion Director as Editor-in-Chief
Cosmopolitan’s fashion director Aya Kanai will succeed Anne Fulenwider, who has led the title since 2012.
Marie Claire Names Fashion Director as Editor-in-Chief
Cosmopolitan’s fashion director Aya Kanai will succeed Anne Fulenwider, who has led the title since 2012.
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Vogue Mexico Cover Spotlights Transgender 'Muxe' Women
A culture of indigenous transgender women that has been part of southern Mexico's heritage for centuries is highlighted in the latest issue.
Vogue Mexico Cover Spotlights Transgender 'Muxe' Women
A culture of indigenous transgender women that has been part of southern Mexico's heritage for centuries is highlighted in the latest issue.
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How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
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Is This the End of Gendered Media?
Seeing readers as demographics defined primarily by gender is no longer a sustainable business model. Appealing to readers’ shared interests and values is the future.
Is This the End of Gendered Media?
Seeing readers as demographics defined primarily by gender is no longer a sustainable business model. Appealing to readers’ shared interests and values is the future.
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Why There Are More Fashion Magazines Than Ever
The internet was supposed to have killed print fashion media years ago, and yet the market for high-concept biannuals and quarterlies is more crowded than ever.
Why There Are More Fashion Magazines Than Ever
The internet was supposed to have killed print fashion media years ago, and yet the market for high-concept biannuals and quarterlies is more crowded than ever.
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Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
The News in Brief
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.
Top Africa Clothes Retailer Pepkor Sinks on Earnings Outlook
Shares in the South African discount clothing retailer fell the most in more than three years, as an expansion into banking weighed on profit forecasts.
Kimberly-Clark Prepares Asset Sales to Win EU Nod for Kenvue Deal
The US consumer goods giant is preparing concessions to address EU antitrust concerns about its bid for Tylenol maker Kenvue that could help it win approval for the $40 billion deal, sources told Reuters.
Kevin.Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.