Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
menswear
News & Analysis
L’Eclaireur's Patrick Aramburu on the Parisian Retailer's 'Difficult' Approach
L'Eclaireur was one of the first stores to bring directional fashion to Paris. Chief buyer Patrick Aramburu sat down with BoF to discuss how the store's uniquely 'difficult' approach invites customers to interact, not just transact.
L’Eclaireur's Patrick Aramburu on the Parisian Retailer's 'Difficult' Approach
L'Eclaireur was one of the first stores to bring directional fashion to Paris. Chief buyer Patrick Aramburu sat down with BoF to discuss how the store's uniquely 'difficult' approach invites customers to interact, not just transact.
News & Analysis
Milan Fashion Designers Say: 'Go Ahead and Relax'
MILAN, Italy — Go ahead and relax: Next season's menswear fashion will be easy to wear and at times even athletic without requiring, or necessarily
Milan Fashion Designers Say: 'Go Ahead and Relax'
MILAN, Italy — Go ahead and relax: Next season's menswear fashion will be easy to wear and at times even athletic without requiring, or necessarily
News & Analysis
Andrea Panconesi of Luisa Via Roma on Becoming a Global E-tailer
BoF sat down with Luisa Via Roma chief executive Andrea Panconesi to discuss how the store grew from a small hat boutique, founded in Florence in 1930, to a global fashion e-commerce player.
Andrea Panconesi of Luisa Via Roma on Becoming a Global E-tailer
BoF sat down with Luisa Via Roma chief executive Andrea Panconesi to discuss how the store grew from a small hat boutique, founded in Florence in 1930, to a global fashion e-commerce player.
News & Analysis
Toby Bateman on Mr Porter's Mandate and Expanding into Fine Watches
BoF spoke to Toby Bateman, fashion director at Mr Porter, to learn about the e-tailer's mandate in today's menswear market and its move into new product categories, including fine watches.
Toby Bateman on Mr Porter's Mandate and Expanding into Fine Watches
BoF spoke to Toby Bateman, fashion director at Mr Porter, to learn about the e-tailer's mandate in today's menswear market and its move into new product categories, including fine watches.
News & Analysis
Pitti’s Peacocks and the Liberation of Men’s Style
Street style imagery from Pitti Uomo, capturing the élan and flair of the fair’s attendees, has played a major role in liberating men’s style and democratising dandyism. BoF reports.
Pitti’s Peacocks and the Liberation of Men’s Style
Street style imagery from Pitti Uomo, capturing the élan and flair of the fair’s attendees, has played a major role in liberating men’s style and democratising dandyism. BoF reports.
News & Analysis
Joshua Schulman on Bergdorf Goodman’s Menswear Business, Recast and Re-Energised
Bergdorf Goodman's dedicated men's store has been remodeled and recast using a new sub-brand: Goodman’s. BoF sat down with Joshua Schulman, president of Bergdorf Goodman, to learn more about the New York department store's menswear business and the recent changes.
Joshua Schulman on Bergdorf Goodman’s Menswear Business, Recast and Re-Energised
Bergdorf Goodman's dedicated men's store has been remodeled and recast using a new sub-brand: Goodman’s. BoF sat down with Joshua Schulman, president of Bergdorf Goodman, to learn more about the New York department store's menswear business and the recent changes.
News & Analysis
How Marcelo Burlon Built County of Milan
BoF columnist Susanna Lau examines how Marcelo Burlon built a budding multi-category streetwear business based on authenticity, social media and a little help from his friends.
How Marcelo Burlon Built County of Milan
BoF columnist Susanna Lau examines how Marcelo Burlon built a budding multi-category streetwear business based on authenticity, social media and a little help from his friends.
News & Analysis
The Evolution of Pitti Uomo, Part II: New Frontiers and Building Brand Pitti
Since its inception, Pitti Uomo has grown into the largest and most influential menswear trade show of its kind. In the second instalment of a two-part series, we examine how Pitti Uomo became a global player.
The Evolution of Pitti Uomo, Part II: New Frontiers and Building Brand Pitti
Since its inception, Pitti Uomo has grown into the largest and most influential menswear trade show of its kind. In the second instalment of a two-part series, we examine how Pitti Uomo became a global player.
News & Analysis
Italian Prime Minister and BoF Honour 30 Leading Menswear Retailers
In Florence's historic Palazzo Vecchio, the Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and BoF founder Imran Amed honoured 30 leading global menswear retailers on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of 'Firenze Home Town of Fashion.'
Italian Prime Minister and BoF Honour 30 Leading Menswear Retailers
In Florence's historic Palazzo Vecchio, the Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and BoF founder Imran Amed honoured 30 leading global menswear retailers on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of 'Firenze Home Town of Fashion.'
News & Analysis
Menswear’s New Staples
Well-dressed men have long built their wardrobes around a set of traditional menswear staples ranging from suits to brogues. Now, driven by cultural shifts and a booming menswear market, a new set of essential products has emerged.
Menswear’s New Staples
Well-dressed men have long built their wardrobes around a set of traditional menswear staples ranging from suits to brogues. Now, driven by cultural shifts and a booming menswear market, a new set of essential products has emerged.
Fashion Week
No Signs of Slowing in the Global Menswear Market
For over five years now, the growth of the men’s fashion market has outpaced that of womenswear. What are the key factors driving this growth and how are brands tapping the opportunity? BoF reports.
No Signs of Slowing in the Global Menswear Market
For over five years now, the growth of the men’s fashion market has outpaced that of womenswear. What are the key factors driving this growth and how are brands tapping the opportunity? BoF reports.
News & Analysis
The Evolution of Pitti Uomo, Part I: Provenance and Power
The development of modern menswear is inextricably linked to the city of Florence and Pitti Uomo, the largest menswear trade show of its kind. In part one of a two-part series, we examine the evolution of Pitti Uomo.
The Evolution of Pitti Uomo, Part I: Provenance and Power
The development of modern menswear is inextricably linked to the city of Florence and Pitti Uomo, the largest menswear trade show of its kind. In part one of a two-part series, we examine the evolution of Pitti Uomo.
The News in Brief
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.
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.
J&J to Pay $5.5 Billion to Settle Talc-Related Cancer Claims
Johnson & Johnson on Monday said it agreed to a $5.5 billion commitment to resolve years of litigation related to claims that its talc products caused ovarian cancer.
Lenzing Closes UK, Austria Sites in Turnaround Bid
The closures are the latest in a series of cost-cutting and refinancing measures at the textile maker, which has faced headwinds from competition in China and India.