Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
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Financial Markets
Giambattista Valli: 'I’m the Only One Who Decides'
While the fashion world debates ‘designer burnout,’ Giambattista Valli has decided to create 12 collections a year in order to maintain his creative independence, not sacrifice it.
Giambattista Valli: 'I’m the Only One Who Decides'
While the fashion world debates ‘designer burnout,’ Giambattista Valli has decided to create 12 collections a year in order to maintain his creative independence, not sacrifice it.
Global Markets
Amazon May Export Delivery Lessons from India to Cut Costs Abroad
Online shopping is booming in India. But, like local rivals Flipkart and Snapdeal, Amazon has struggled with deliveries in cities where snarl-ups are frequent and road signs unreliable.
Amazon May Export Delivery Lessons from India to Cut Costs Abroad
Online shopping is booming in India. But, like local rivals Flipkart and Snapdeal, Amazon has struggled with deliveries in cities where snarl-ups are frequent and road signs unreliable.
Financial Markets
Gian Giacomo Ferraris of Versace on Awakening a Sleeping Giant
In our latest CEO Talk, Imran Amed meets the chief executive of Versace to discuss the brand’s planned IPO and taking on the big guns of Italian fashion.
Gian Giacomo Ferraris of Versace on Awakening a Sleeping Giant
In our latest CEO Talk, Imran Amed meets the chief executive of Versace to discuss the brand’s planned IPO and taking on the big guns of Italian fashion.
Retail
Wal-Mart to Offer Most Black Friday Promotions Online First
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to offer most of its Black Friday discounts to online shoppers hours before they become available in stores, as the company attempts to hold off challenges by other e-commerce rivals.
Wal-Mart to Offer Most Black Friday Promotions Online First
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to offer most of its Black Friday discounts to online shoppers hours before they become available in stores, as the company attempts to hold off challenges by other e-commerce rivals.
Financial Markets
Alibaba Singles’ Day Draws Record Sales Amid Economic Concerns
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. flexed its e-commerce muscle by logging a record 91.2 billion yuan ($14.3 billion) in sales during its Singles’ Day promotion.
Alibaba Singles’ Day Draws Record Sales Amid Economic Concerns
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. flexed its e-commerce muscle by logging a record 91.2 billion yuan ($14.3 billion) in sales during its Singles’ Day promotion.
Retail
Where Will Hermès Find Growth in a Slowing Luxury Market?
In an exclusive conversation with BoF, Hermès global chief executive Axel Dumas shares his strategy for growing the house in a difficult luxury market.
Where Will Hermès Find Growth in a Slowing Luxury Market?
In an exclusive conversation with BoF, Hermès global chief executive Axel Dumas shares his strategy for growing the house in a difficult luxury market.
Fashion Week
Making Frédéric Sanchez’s Fashion Show Mixes
BoF goes inside the mind of the man behind some of fashion’s most cerebral and carefully-curated soundtracks.
Making Frédéric Sanchez’s Fashion Show Mixes
BoF goes inside the mind of the man behind some of fashion’s most cerebral and carefully-curated soundtracks.
News & Analysis
Brunello Cucinelli Insists on Balance at His Business
Brunello Cucinelli — whose cashmere sweaters can sell for $3,000 or more — is crafting a gentler life for his employees in the village of Solomeo.
Brunello Cucinelli Insists on Balance at His Business
Brunello Cucinelli — whose cashmere sweaters can sell for $3,000 or more — is crafting a gentler life for his employees in the village of Solomeo.
News & Analysis
Franca Sozzani: 'I Respect When People Put Their Life in Front of Their Work'
The Vogue Italia editor on Dubai's fashion potential and what the future holds for the next generation of designers.
Franca Sozzani: 'I Respect When People Put Their Life in Front of Their Work'
The Vogue Italia editor on Dubai's fashion potential and what the future holds for the next generation of designers.
Financial Markets
How Chanel's Maureen Chiquet Mentored Eddie Borgo
For five years, the New York-based jewellery designer has turned to Chanel's global chief executive for guidance on everything from choosing investors to launching handbags. Along the way, a genuine friendship was formed.
How Chanel's Maureen Chiquet Mentored Eddie Borgo
For five years, the New York-based jewellery designer has turned to Chanel's global chief executive for guidance on everything from choosing investors to launching handbags. Along the way, a genuine friendship was formed.
News & Analysis
Self-Portrait’s Breakthrough Year
In the last year, Han Chong’s breakout label Self-Portrait has attracted 250 stockists and sold out on Net-a-Porter in two hours. How did he do it?
Self-Portrait’s Breakthrough Year
In the last year, Han Chong’s breakout label Self-Portrait has attracted 250 stockists and sold out on Net-a-Porter in two hours. How did he do it?
Luxury
Jun Takahashi, Undercover’s Elegant Punk
In a rare interview, the reclusive Japanese auteur-designer Jun Takahashi reveals the driving philosophy behind Undercover.
Jun Takahashi, Undercover’s Elegant Punk
In a rare interview, the reclusive Japanese auteur-designer Jun Takahashi reveals the driving philosophy behind Undercover.
The News in Brief
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.
Allies of Skin’s Founder Nicolas Travis Has Resigned
The Singapore-based luxury skincare brand has also appointed Alicia Valencia as interim president.