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.
menswear
News & Analysis
The Plus-Sized Menswear Opportunity
"Despite the reluctance of some retailers to change, something is definitely stirring. The buzzword now is 'inclusivity': big guys don’t want to be
The Plus-Sized Menswear Opportunity
"Despite the reluctance of some retailers to change, something is definitely stirring. The buzzword now is 'inclusivity': big guys don’t want to be
Retail
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
Retail
Hugo Boss Sees Chance of Returning to Profit Growth in 2017
After years of struggle, Hugo Boss is seeking to revive under the leadership of Mark Langer, the former finance chief who was promoted to chief executive officer in May.
Hugo Boss Sees Chance of Returning to Profit Growth in 2017
After years of struggle, Hugo Boss is seeking to revive under the leadership of Mark Langer, the former finance chief who was promoted to chief executive officer in May.
News & Analysis
African Menswear Goes Global
From the racks of Tokyo retailers to the showrooms of Pitti Uomo, African menswear brands are enjoying both critical and commercial acclaim.
African Menswear Goes Global
From the racks of Tokyo retailers to the showrooms of Pitti Uomo, African menswear brands are enjoying both critical and commercial acclaim.
Fashion Week
Hope Trumps Fear at the London Men’s Shows
At the London men’s shows there was a new kind of Blitz spirit, as the looming spectre of Brexit prompted a creative call to arms from the city’s emerging designers.
Hope Trumps Fear at the London Men’s Shows
At the London men’s shows there was a new kind of Blitz spirit, as the looming spectre of Brexit prompted a creative call to arms from the city’s emerging designers.
Fashion Week
What’s the Future of Men’s Fashion Weeks?
As more and more brands integrate their men’s and women’s shows, the industry needs a more fluid approach to fashion week.
What’s the Future of Men’s Fashion Weeks?
As more and more brands integrate their men’s and women’s shows, the industry needs a more fluid approach to fashion week.
News & Analysis
Report: Bonobos to Raise $100M
Bonobos is said to be in talks to raise $100 million in a deal valuing the company at roughly half a billion dollars.
Report: Bonobos to Raise $100M
Bonobos is said to be in talks to raise $100 million in a deal valuing the company at roughly half a billion dollars.
News & Analysis
H&M Trades Beckham for Weeknd in Push for Younger Shoppers
A near five-year partnership with Beckham, 41, will end this fall, Stockholm-based H&M said Wednesday.
H&M Trades Beckham for Weeknd in Push for Younger Shoppers
A near five-year partnership with Beckham, 41, will end this fall, Stockholm-based H&M said Wednesday.
News & Analysis
Is Silicon Valley Taking Menswear More Seriously?
"As menswear spending increases, a new generation of startups hopes to dress the modern male."
Is Silicon Valley Taking Menswear More Seriously?
"As menswear spending increases, a new generation of startups hopes to dress the modern male."
News & Analysis
The Great Creative Director Experiment Continues...
"With Justin O'Shea 's shock departure after only seven months at the helm of Brioni, we ask the industry experts what makes a great creative
The Great Creative Director Experiment Continues...
"With Justin O'Shea 's shock departure after only seven months at the helm of Brioni, we ask the industry experts what makes a great creative
Luxury
Justin O'Shea Exits Brioni
O'Shea was appointed creative director of the Kering-owned fashion house in March of this year.
Justin O'Shea Exits Brioni
O'Shea was appointed creative director of the Kering-owned fashion house in March of this year.
News & Analysis
Never Rent An Ugly Tux Again: These Startups Want To Disrupt Men's Wearhouse
"The Black Tux and Combatant Gentlemen are trying to drag men's suiting into the 21st century."
Never Rent An Ugly Tux Again: These Startups Want To Disrupt Men's Wearhouse
"The Black Tux and Combatant Gentlemen are trying to drag men's suiting into the 21st century."
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.