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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News & Analysis
Taking Stock: Charlotte Stockdale's 20-Year Styling Career
The veteran stylist and fashion director tells BoF about the highs of being Karl’s right hand at Fendi, her need for autonomy, and pretending to work for Vogue Paris to get ahead.
Taking Stock: Charlotte Stockdale's 20-Year Styling Career
The veteran stylist and fashion director tells BoF about the highs of being Karl’s right hand at Fendi, her need for autonomy, and pretending to work for Vogue Paris to get ahead.
Technology
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.
Adam Selman, MasterCard Turning Clothes into Payment Devices
MasterCard is pairing with fashion designer Adam Selman and others in a program aimed at making an array of consumer products double as mobile payment devices.
News & Analysis
Breaking the Bill Blass Curse
The pioneering American brand is back with a new business model and a new creative director. Can Chris Benz succeed where so many others have failed?
Breaking the Bill Blass Curse
The pioneering American brand is back with a new business model and a new creative director. Can Chris Benz succeed where so many others have failed?
Marketing
Brazil’s Soap Stars Stir Passion for Fashion Brands
Love them or loathe them, Brazilian telenovelas are one of Latin America’s biggest marketing opportunities.
Brazil’s Soap Stars Stir Passion for Fashion Brands
Love them or loathe them, Brazilian telenovelas are one of Latin America’s biggest marketing opportunities.
News & Analysis
Fendi Opens New Headquarters, as Industry Mulls Simons' Exit from Dior
As the fashion world was still reacting to the news of Raf Simons’ Dior exit, Fendi was opening its new HQ in Rome. Imran Amed spoke to Karl Lagerfeld, Silvia Venturini Fendi and Pietro Beccari about the brand's monumental milestone.
Fendi Opens New Headquarters, as Industry Mulls Simons' Exit from Dior
As the fashion world was still reacting to the news of Raf Simons’ Dior exit, Fendi was opening its new HQ in Rome. Imran Amed spoke to Karl Lagerfeld, Silvia Venturini Fendi and Pietro Beccari about the brand's monumental milestone.
News & Analysis
Behind InStyle's Splashy New Red Carpet Awards
The celebrity-driven glossy is getting into the awards game with a new franchise trumpeting what it says it knows best: the red carpet. Will advertisers bite?
Behind InStyle's Splashy New Red Carpet Awards
The celebrity-driven glossy is getting into the awards game with a new franchise trumpeting what it says it knows best: the red carpet. Will advertisers bite?
News & Analysis
The Rise of the Chief People Officer
As an increasing number of fashion companies appoint their first chief people officer, BoF asks, is the CPO a key business hire, or a HR rebrand too far?
The Rise of the Chief People Officer
As an increasing number of fashion companies appoint their first chief people officer, BoF asks, is the CPO a key business hire, or a HR rebrand too far?
News & Analysis
Tigran’s Timely Mashup Menswear
For the 26-year-old, Russian-Armenian designer, aesthetic remix is the foundation of a menswear mashup that’s both directional and of-the-moment.
Tigran’s Timely Mashup Menswear
For the 26-year-old, Russian-Armenian designer, aesthetic remix is the foundation of a menswear mashup that’s both directional and of-the-moment.
Global Markets
Shaway Yeh, China’s Rebel Editor
Shaway Yeh’s rebellious blend of art, intellect and avant-garde style has made Modern Weekly one of the most influential fashion and lifestyle magazines in China.
Shaway Yeh, China’s Rebel Editor
Shaway Yeh’s rebellious blend of art, intellect and avant-garde style has made Modern Weekly one of the most influential fashion and lifestyle magazines in China.
News & Analysis
Christopher Kane, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Erdem & Roksanda on Turning 10 Years Old
A decade after they launched, Christopher Kane, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Erdem and Roksanda have emerged as five of the world's most promising young fashion businesses. What are their strategies for the future?
Christopher Kane, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Erdem & Roksanda on Turning 10 Years Old
A decade after they launched, Christopher Kane, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Erdem and Roksanda have emerged as five of the world's most promising young fashion businesses. What are their strategies for the future?
Retail
Inside the Fitness Boutique That Sells $300 Yoga Pants
While there are some high-end online activewear shops, such as Carbon 38 and Net-a-Sporter, few have dared to venture into the world of boutiques.
Inside the Fitness Boutique That Sells $300 Yoga Pants
While there are some high-end online activewear shops, such as Carbon 38 and Net-a-Sporter, few have dared to venture into the world of boutiques.
Technology
InStyle, Jaunt VR Target Fashion Audience With Virtual Reality Cover
As makers of virtual reality content get ready to enter the mass market next year, one company is hoping to appeal to a broader audience outside of the tech set by harnessing fashion magazine InStyle's young female demographic.
InStyle, Jaunt VR Target Fashion Audience With Virtual Reality Cover
As makers of virtual reality content get ready to enter the mass market next year, one company is hoping to appeal to a broader audience outside of the tech set by harnessing fashion magazine InStyle's young female demographic.
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.