Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
menswear
Retail
Men’s Wearhouse Owner Weighs Bankruptcy Filing
Tailored Brands Inc., the owner of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank, was struggling even before the coronavirus outbreak.
Men’s Wearhouse Owner Weighs Bankruptcy Filing
Tailored Brands Inc., the owner of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Bank, was struggling even before the coronavirus outbreak.
Retail
Brooks Brothers Looks for a Buyer as Wall Street Works From Home
Even though its affluent clientele has little need for new suits at the moment, the brand’s history and cachet have elicited interest.
Brooks Brothers Looks for a Buyer as Wall Street Works From Home
Even though its affluent clientele has little need for new suits at the moment, the brand’s history and cachet have elicited interest.
Luxury
Moda Operandi Exits Men’s Business
The online luxury retailer is cutting back, as the market takes a Covid-19 dip.
Moda Operandi Exits Men’s Business
The online luxury retailer is cutting back, as the market takes a Covid-19 dip.
Fashion Week
In Paris, a New Masculinity Takes Shape
A heady mix of macho-femme and delicate romanticism dominated the runways, but Craig Green transcended it all, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
In Paris, a New Masculinity Takes Shape
A heady mix of macho-femme and delicate romanticism dominated the runways, but Craig Green transcended it all, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Entrepreneurship
How Takahiro Miyashita Built a Cult Brand Without Compromising His Creative Vision
In a rare interview on the eve of his latest Paris catwalk show, the Japanese designer behind Number (N)ine discusses how he grew his second label, Takahiro Miyashita The Soloist, on his own terms.
How Takahiro Miyashita Built a Cult Brand Without Compromising His Creative Vision
In a rare interview on the eve of his latest Paris catwalk show, the Japanese designer behind Number (N)ine discusses how he grew his second label, Takahiro Miyashita The Soloist, on his own terms.
Fashion Week
In Milan, Sweet Nightmares of Eternal Youth
Amidst the masculine stereotypes, Francesco Risso’s Marni moment best captured the underlying vibe of the week: an inner child run riot in the face of our grim times, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
In Milan, Sweet Nightmares of Eternal Youth
Amidst the masculine stereotypes, Francesco Risso’s Marni moment best captured the underlying vibe of the week: an inner child run riot in the face of our grim times, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Luxury
What Will Vetements Be Like Without Demna?
This week, everyone will be talking about the men's shows at Paris Fashion Week, an agreement to end the US-China trade war and Fenty Beauty's first mascara. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Will Vetements Be Like Without Demna?
This week, everyone will be talking about the men's shows at Paris Fashion Week, an agreement to end the US-China trade war and Fenty Beauty's first mascara. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Luxury
What Will the Red Carpet Look Like in 2020?
This week, everyone will be talking about red carpet style at the Golden Globes and the men's runway resurgence at Milan Fashion Week. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
What Will the Red Carpet Look Like in 2020?
This week, everyone will be talking about red carpet style at the Golden Globes and the men's runway resurgence at Milan Fashion Week. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Entrepreneurship
How an Uncool Menswear Brand Struck It Big
Untuckit, the boastfully unfashionable but wildly popular American menswear company, is one of the biggest brands to emerge from the fashion start-up scene in recent years.
How an Uncool Menswear Brand Struck It Big
Untuckit, the boastfully unfashionable but wildly popular American menswear company, is one of the biggest brands to emerge from the fashion start-up scene in recent years.
News & Analysis
Toby Bateman Exiting Mr Porter Amid Talent Exodus at YNAP
The YNAP menswear site’s longtime managing director is the most recent to leave the Richemont-owned group, which has experienced a string of senior departures, according to multiple sources.
Toby Bateman Exiting Mr Porter Amid Talent Exodus at YNAP
The YNAP menswear site’s longtime managing director is the most recent to leave the Richemont-owned group, which has experienced a string of senior departures, according to multiple sources.
News & Analysis
Why 'Queer Eye' Is So Good at Shifting Product
The new iteration of the TV series takes a head-on approach to issues like LGBTQ rights and Black Lives Matter, all while selling millions of dollars in product, from makeup sticks to subscription boxes. BoF spoke with 'Fab Five' member Tan France and series creator David Collins about what makes the show so successful.
Why 'Queer Eye' Is So Good at Shifting Product
The new iteration of the TV series takes a head-on approach to issues like LGBTQ rights and Black Lives Matter, all while selling millions of dollars in product, from makeup sticks to subscription boxes. BoF spoke with 'Fab Five' member Tan France and series creator David Collins about what makes the show so successful.
News & Analysis
Are Ballet Flats the New Dad Sneakers?
Multiple designers incorporated the traditionally feminine footwear collections for the Spring/ Summer 2020 season, signalling a shift away from chunky sneakers.
Are Ballet Flats the New Dad Sneakers?
Multiple designers incorporated the traditionally feminine footwear collections for the Spring/ Summer 2020 season, signalling a shift away from chunky sneakers.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
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.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.