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.
Models
Latest News & Analysis
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast | Adut Akech’s Journey From Refugee Camp to Runway
From living in a Kenyan refugee camp to travelling the globe as an international top model, the industry’s name to watch reveals her journey.
The BoF Podcast | Adut Akech’s Journey From Refugee Camp to Runway
From living in a Kenyan refugee camp to travelling the globe as an international top model, the industry’s name to watch reveals her journey.
Workplace & Talent
The Future of the Modelling Industry
The global modelling industry is finally creaking back into motion after months of lockdowns. But with agencies facing slashed advertising budgets, cancelled fashion shows and digital disruption, can the sector adapt to its new reality fast enough?
The Future of the Modelling Industry
The global modelling industry is finally creaking back into motion after months of lockdowns. But with agencies facing slashed advertising budgets, cancelled fashion shows and digital disruption, can the sector adapt to its new reality fast enough?
Fashion Week
8 Key Takeaways From New York Fashion Week
What people were talking about, who went viral and why it matters.
8 Key Takeaways From New York Fashion Week
What people were talking about, who went viral and why it matters.
Entrepreneurship
The BoF Podcast: Caroline de Maigret Rips Up Fashion’s Rulebook
The author and model speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about challenging beauty standards, working with Karl Lagerfeld and her new book ‘Older, But Better, But Older.’
The BoF Podcast: Caroline de Maigret Rips Up Fashion’s Rulebook
The author and model speaks with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about challenging beauty standards, working with Karl Lagerfeld and her new book ‘Older, But Better, But Older.’
ADVERTISEMENT
News & Analysis
The Business of Casting Queer Models
Rising demand for LGBTQIA+ models is being driven by marketing as much as by social responsibility. But whatever the motives, greater visibility can help fight marginalisation.
The Business of Casting Queer Models
Rising demand for LGBTQIA+ models is being driven by marketing as much as by social responsibility. But whatever the motives, greater visibility can help fight marginalisation.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | The Return of the Hyper-Sexualised Male
Ironically, while the world of womenswear is focused on body diversity and toning down sexual objectification, menswear is celebrating a hyper-sexualised Adonis, observes Liroy Choufan.
Op-Ed | The Return of the Hyper-Sexualised Male
Ironically, while the world of womenswear is focused on body diversity and toning down sexual objectification, menswear is celebrating a hyper-sexualised Adonis, observes Liroy Choufan.
News & Analysis
Over 100 Models Petition Victoria’s Secret on Sexual Misconduct
Organised by the Model Alliance and signed by major models including a former Victoria’s Secret ‘Angel,’ the letter calls on the lingerie behemoth to commit to a new code of conduct.
Over 100 Models Petition Victoria’s Secret on Sexual Misconduct
Organised by the Model Alliance and signed by major models including a former Victoria’s Secret ‘Angel,’ the letter calls on the lingerie behemoth to commit to a new code of conduct.
China
Casting Chinese Models Is Complicated Business
Why many global fashion brands miss the mark — and therefore miss reaching their full potential in the Chinese market.
Casting Chinese Models Is Complicated Business
Why many global fashion brands miss the mark — and therefore miss reaching their full potential in the Chinese market.
ADVERTISEMENT
News & Analysis
Naomi Campbell to Receive BFC’s Fashion Icon Award
The British supermodel is being recognised for her contribution to the fashion industry, including her efforts to increase diversity.
Naomi Campbell to Receive BFC’s Fashion Icon Award
The British supermodel is being recognised for her contribution to the fashion industry, including her efforts to increase diversity.
News & Analysis
Ageing South Koreans Begin a New Chapter on the Catwalk
South Korea's seniors market expanded about five-fold between 2002 and 2010, and many are now venturing into unconventional late career opportunities such as modelling and YouTube stardom.
Ageing South Koreans Begin a New Chapter on the Catwalk
South Korea's seniors market expanded about five-fold between 2002 and 2010, and many are now venturing into unconventional late career opportunities such as modelling and YouTube stardom.
News & Analysis
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
News & Analysis
Kering Pledges to Hire Only Over-18 Models
From 2020 onwards, the French group will only hire models aged over 18 to represent adults and wear adult clothing at fashion shows and photo sessions.
Kering Pledges to Hire Only Over-18 Models
From 2020 onwards, the French group will only hire models aged over 18 to represent adults and wear adult clothing at fashion shows and photo sessions.
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.