Natura Posts 92% Decline in Quarterly Profit
Brazilian cosmetic maker Natura on Monday posted a second-quarter net profit of 35 million reais ($6.85 million), a 92.1 percent decline from the same period in 2025.
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News & Analysis
Can Craig Green Build a Real Business?
The designer talks exclusively to Tim Blanks about turning his undeniable creative vision into 'product that people want to buy.'
Can Craig Green Build a Real Business?
The designer talks exclusively to Tim Blanks about turning his undeniable creative vision into 'product that people want to buy.'
News & Analysis
Doctor Tim Blanks
Last week, BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the Academy of Art University. His first lesson: approach every interaction with passion, curiosity and joy.
Doctor Tim Blanks
Last week, BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the Academy of Art University. His first lesson: approach every interaction with passion, curiosity and joy.
Beauty
Lucia Pica, Chanel’s Makeup Maverick
How Charlotte Tilbury’s former assistant went from avant-garde makeup artist to global creative makeup and colour designer at Chanel.
Lucia Pica, Chanel’s Makeup Maverick
How Charlotte Tilbury’s former assistant went from avant-garde makeup artist to global creative makeup and colour designer at Chanel.
News & Analysis
Top 6 Central Saint Martins BA Graduates of 2016
BoF spotlights the six most promising graduate designers of the year presenting their collections today at Central Saint Martins' BA runway show.
Top 6 Central Saint Martins BA Graduates of 2016
BoF spotlights the six most promising graduate designers of the year presenting their collections today at Central Saint Martins' BA runway show.
Luxury
BoF Exclusive | Carlo Beretta on Operation ‘€2 Billion Bottega Veneta’
Bottega Veneta CEO Carlo Beretta tells BoF’s Imran Amed about his plans to reinvigorate the brand and drive €2 billion in annual revenue.
BoF Exclusive | Carlo Beretta on Operation ‘€2 Billion Bottega Veneta’
Bottega Veneta CEO Carlo Beretta tells BoF’s Imran Amed about his plans to reinvigorate the brand and drive €2 billion in annual revenue.
News & Analysis
Daniela Falcão, from Political Reporter to Boss of Brazilian Vogue
How a fashion outsider became one of the most powerful women in Brazilian fashion.
Daniela Falcão, from Political Reporter to Boss of Brazilian Vogue
How a fashion outsider became one of the most powerful women in Brazilian fashion.
News & Analysis
Debenhams Names Amazon's Bucher as New CEO
Debenhams has named Sergio Bucher, an executive at Amazon's fashion business, as chief executive, attracted by his online and international experience.
Debenhams Names Amazon's Bucher as New CEO
Debenhams has named Sergio Bucher, an executive at Amazon's fashion business, as chief executive, attracted by his online and international experience.
News & Analysis
Neil Barrett: ‘It’s a Question of Constantly Perfecting Products That Men Buy Into’
With rigour and consistency, the designer has grown his independent business to a turnover of €90 million in 2015, up more than 50 percent from the year before.
Neil Barrett: ‘It’s a Question of Constantly Perfecting Products That Men Buy Into’
With rigour and consistency, the designer has grown his independent business to a turnover of €90 million in 2015, up more than 50 percent from the year before.
News & Analysis
Beyonce's Ivy Park Apparel Has 'Rigorous Ethical' Programme, Retailer Says
Ivy Park, the sportswear brand that is a joint venture between singer Beyonce and Topshop tycoon Philip Green, has defended itself against a Sun newspaper report that says its supplier in Sri Lanka uses "sweatshop slaves" to produce the clothing.
Beyonce's Ivy Park Apparel Has 'Rigorous Ethical' Programme, Retailer Says
Ivy Park, the sportswear brand that is a joint venture between singer Beyonce and Topshop tycoon Philip Green, has defended itself against a Sun newspaper report that says its supplier in Sri Lanka uses "sweatshop slaves" to produce the clothing.
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A-Cold-Wall’s Class-Clashing Workwear
This month, our Spotlight shines on Virgil Abloh’s ex-assistant, now consultant, London-based designer Samuel Ross, whose fashion label A-Cold-Wall takes its style cues from the tribes of the British class system.
A-Cold-Wall’s Class-Clashing Workwear
This month, our Spotlight shines on Virgil Abloh’s ex-assistant, now consultant, London-based designer Samuel Ross, whose fashion label A-Cold-Wall takes its style cues from the tribes of the British class system.
Retail
Target Names Nordstrom Exec as Chief Merchandising Officer
Target is poaching Nordstrom for its new chief merchandising officer, a crucial position and the one who determines what appears on store shelves.
Target Names Nordstrom Exec as Chief Merchandising Officer
Target is poaching Nordstrom for its new chief merchandising officer, a crucial position and the one who determines what appears on store shelves.
News & Analysis
Salvatore Ferragamo Appoints Former Furla CEO to Lead Group
Italian luxury goods group Salvatore Ferragamo said it appointed as new chief executive former Furla head Eraldo Poletto, credited for a doubling of sales at the accessibly-priced handbag maker in the last five years.
Salvatore Ferragamo Appoints Former Furla CEO to Lead Group
Italian luxury goods group Salvatore Ferragamo said it appointed as new chief executive former Furla head Eraldo Poletto, credited for a doubling of sales at the accessibly-priced handbag maker in the last five years.
The News in Brief
Report: Armani Stake Sale Could Be Delayed Beyond March 2027 Deadline
Citing company sources, Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera said market conditions for the luxury industry were still challenging and negotiating a deal could require time.
Shein to Launch IPO as Soon as August 19, Sources Say
The Hong Kong IPO could take place as soon as Wednesday of next week, two people with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.