Report: Abercrombie to Seek Fresh Backers for China Business
The US-listed company is conducting a review of its Chinese assets and may sell a stake in the unit, which could be valued at several hundred million dollars, Bloomberg reported.
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News & Analysis
Fashion's Toon Town
From Karl Lagerfeld to Anna Wintour, why is the fashion industry’s elite so dedicated to uniform dressing? BoF's newest columnist, ex-British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman, has the answer.
Fashion's Toon Town
From Karl Lagerfeld to Anna Wintour, why is the fashion industry’s elite so dedicated to uniform dressing? BoF's newest columnist, ex-British Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman, has the answer.
News & Analysis
Tom Ford: What's Next
With his brand on track to hit nearly $2 billion in retail sales in 2017, the designer is on a quest for global dominance. Next up? New York Fashion Week.
Tom Ford: What's Next
With his brand on track to hit nearly $2 billion in retail sales in 2017, the designer is on a quest for global dominance. Next up? New York Fashion Week.
News & Analysis
Shanghai Tang Founder David Tang Dies Aged 63
The Hong Kong businessman, known for his satirical sense of humour as a Financial Times columnist, reportedly battled with liver cancer for some time.
Shanghai Tang Founder David Tang Dies Aged 63
The Hong Kong businessman, known for his satirical sense of humour as a Financial Times columnist, reportedly battled with liver cancer for some time.
News & Analysis
Zara Owner Ortega Closes in on Gates' Title as World's Richest Person
Amancio Ortega, founder of Zara parent Inditex S.A., is $2.2 billion behind the Microsoft Corp. co-founder with a net worth of $83.3 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
Zara Owner Ortega Closes in on Gates' Title as World's Richest Person
Amancio Ortega, founder of Zara parent Inditex S.A., is $2.2 billion behind the Microsoft Corp. co-founder with a net worth of $83.3 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
News & Analysis
Latin America's Fashion Business Billionaires
At least 30 percent of Latin American billionaires can thank the fashion business for part of their fortunes. But how did these fascinating characters get to the top?
Latin America's Fashion Business Billionaires
At least 30 percent of Latin American billionaires can thank the fashion business for part of their fortunes. But how did these fascinating characters get to the top?
News & Analysis
Put a Normal Woman in a Bikini. That’s How to Bust the Beauty Myth
"Fashion may remain hooked on a skinny ideal, but Alexandra Shulman 's selfie shows she is moving on."
Put a Normal Woman in a Bikini. That’s How to Bust the Beauty Myth
"Fashion may remain hooked on a skinny ideal, but Alexandra Shulman 's selfie shows she is moving on."
News & Analysis
Hedi Slimane’s ‘Secret Society’
Courtesy of Italian Vogue, photographer and ex-Saint Laurent designer Hedi Slimane talks about his ‘secret society’ of Los Angeles musicians, artists, skaters and surfers.
Hedi Slimane’s ‘Secret Society’
Courtesy of Italian Vogue, photographer and ex-Saint Laurent designer Hedi Slimane talks about his ‘secret society’ of Los Angeles musicians, artists, skaters and surfers.
News & Analysis
Julianne Moore to Receive Inaugural Franca Sozzani Award at Venice Film Festival
The award, which will be presented on September 1, is a tribute to the late Vogue Italia editor-in-chief, who passed away in December last year.
Julianne Moore to Receive Inaugural Franca Sozzani Award at Venice Film Festival
The award, which will be presented on September 1, is a tribute to the late Vogue Italia editor-in-chief, who passed away in December last year.
News & Analysis
Don’t Call It Unisex: Avoc’s Gender-Neutral Utopia
This month’s Spotlight shines on Parisian brand Avoc, which recently won the Creative Brand Prize at the ANDAM Awards.
Don’t Call It Unisex: Avoc’s Gender-Neutral Utopia
This month’s Spotlight shines on Parisian brand Avoc, which recently won the Creative Brand Prize at the ANDAM Awards.
Luxury
How Bella Freud Is Sustaining Success in Her Second Act
Bella Freud's first fashion business was a victim of the 'murderous' recession. Now, as she launches a collection with J Brand, she tells Tim Blanks how her career was reactivated almost by accident.
How Bella Freud Is Sustaining Success in Her Second Act
Bella Freud's first fashion business was a victim of the 'murderous' recession. Now, as she launches a collection with J Brand, she tells Tim Blanks how her career was reactivated almost by accident.
News & Analysis
Skiim’s Dichotomous Power Woman
After 25 years of modelling, brand consultancy and styling for the likes of Carine Roitfeld, Caroline Sciamma-Massenet has launched an all-leather luxury womenswear label.
Skiim’s Dichotomous Power Woman
After 25 years of modelling, brand consultancy and styling for the likes of Carine Roitfeld, Caroline Sciamma-Massenet has launched an all-leather luxury womenswear label.
Retail
Nike Cuts 2 Percent of Workforce
The sportswear giant said the move is part of plans to revamp its global operations, as it attempts to move faster and ward off competitors like Adidas and Under Armour.
Nike Cuts 2 Percent of Workforce
The sportswear giant said the move is part of plans to revamp its global operations, as it attempts to move faster and ward off competitors like Adidas and Under Armour.
The News in Brief
Chanel Sales Up 16% in First Half
Chanel’s sales are accelerating after returning to growth last year, Bloomberg reported citing an unnamed source. Beauty sales rose 8 percent.
P&G to Buy Supplement Maker Thorne for $3.8 Billion
Shailesh Jejurikar, chief executive of the American personal care conglomerate, told CNBC it will acquire the line from LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton.
Eli Lilly to Offer Early Access to Next-Gen Obesity Drug to Some Patients
Eli Lilly said on Monday it would allow a limited number of patients to have early access to its experimental obesity drug, retatrutide, before its US FDA approval.
India’s Nykaa Posts Higher Quarterly Profit on Strong Beauty Demand, Fashion Growth
India’s FSN E-Commerce Ventures, which operates beauty and fashion retailer Nykaa, reported a more than three-fold rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday, boosted by strong growth in its beauty business and a sharp acceleration in fashion sales.
Ferragamo Returns to Profit as Relaunch Strategy Advances
The Italian luxury brand swung to a net profit for the first half after growing sales in the second quarter, with turnaround efforts particularly evident in its directly owned shops.
Shein Seeks $30 Billion to $40 Billion Valuation for August IPO, Sources Say
The valuation target marks a dramatic reset for Shein, which plans to launch its IPO as early as mid-August, three people familiar with the matter said.
Zalando Narrows Profit Outlook, Sees Growth at Lower End of Range
The online fashion retailer said 2026 revenue and growth will land in the lower half of its previously guided range and narrowed its adjusted operating profit outlook.