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.
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Luxury
Birkin Gives Hermès OK to Keep Using Name After Crocodile Spat
Hermès can keep selling its famous Birkin bags after actress Jane Birkin said she was satisfied with how the company ensures the ethical treatment of crocodiles reared for their skins.
Birkin Gives Hermès OK to Keep Using Name After Crocodile Spat
Hermès can keep selling its famous Birkin bags after actress Jane Birkin said she was satisfied with how the company ensures the ethical treatment of crocodiles reared for their skins.
Beauty
Fast Fashion for the Face
In a bid to make their stores a one-stop destination, high street retailers are launching own-brand beauty lines.
Fast Fashion for the Face
In a bid to make their stores a one-stop destination, high street retailers are launching own-brand beauty lines.
Global Markets
Alibaba Investors Backpedal as China Slowdown Saps Sales Growth
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is beset by the slowest economic growth in 25 years and a domestic stock selloff that has shaken global investor confidence.
Alibaba Investors Backpedal as China Slowdown Saps Sales Growth
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. is beset by the slowest economic growth in 25 years and a domestic stock selloff that has shaken global investor confidence.
News & Analysis
Hermès Holds Talks With Actress Jane Birkin Following Complaint
Hermès said it’s talking to Jane Birkin to allay her concerns about crocodile slaughter practices after the actress demanded the leather-goods maker stop using her name on its bestselling bag.
Hermès Holds Talks With Actress Jane Birkin Following Complaint
Hermès said it’s talking to Jane Birkin to allay her concerns about crocodile slaughter practices after the actress demanded the leather-goods maker stop using her name on its bestselling bag.
News & Analysis
Balancing Business and Creative Learning
Designers and educators weigh in on fashion schools’ search for the equilibrium between teaching business and nurturing creativity.
Balancing Business and Creative Learning
Designers and educators weigh in on fashion schools’ search for the equilibrium between teaching business and nurturing creativity.
Technology
A Hundred Apps Bloom in China as Millions Bank on Their Phones
Financial innovation is bubbling up around the globe, but China is where digital banking, investing, and lending have gone mainstream.
A Hundred Apps Bloom in China as Millions Bank on Their Phones
Financial innovation is bubbling up around the globe, but China is where digital banking, investing, and lending have gone mainstream.
News & Analysis
Tokyo Dandy, Fashion’s Fixers in Japan
Dan Bailey and Joe Kazuaki of Tokyo Dandy tell BoF about connecting Tokyo’s fashion and club scenes, and being a ‘welcoming committee’ for international brands.
Tokyo Dandy, Fashion’s Fixers in Japan
Dan Bailey and Joe Kazuaki of Tokyo Dandy tell BoF about connecting Tokyo’s fashion and club scenes, and being a ‘welcoming committee’ for international brands.
News & Analysis
Stella McCartney Halts Use of Patagonian Wool
Stella McCartney says she'll stop using wool from an Argentine supplier amid concerns about the treatment of sheep.
Stella McCartney Halts Use of Patagonian Wool
Stella McCartney says she'll stop using wool from an Argentine supplier amid concerns about the treatment of sheep.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Ben Sherman CEO Leaves, Russell Exits M&S, Yahoo Names Global Editor-in-Chief
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Power Moves | Ben Sherman CEO Leaves, Russell Exits M&S, Yahoo Names Global Editor-in-Chief
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
News & Analysis
Daniel W. Fletcher, Addressing Urban Change
This month, our Spotlight shines on London-based designer Daniel W. Fletcher, who launched his urban menswear line straight after graduation with the support of Saga Furs and Inditex.
Daniel W. Fletcher, Addressing Urban Change
This month, our Spotlight shines on London-based designer Daniel W. Fletcher, who launched his urban menswear line straight after graduation with the support of Saga Furs and Inditex.
Global Markets
Alibaba to Invest $4.6 Billion in China Electronics Retailer Suning
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd said Monday it will invest 28.3 billion yuan ($4.56 billion) in Suning Commerce Group Co Ltd.
Alibaba to Invest $4.6 Billion in China Electronics Retailer Suning
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd said Monday it will invest 28.3 billion yuan ($4.56 billion) in Suning Commerce Group Co Ltd.
News & Analysis
Donald Robertson, Creative 'Wacky Warrior'
The illustrator, roving creative director and prolific Instagrammer says real success arrived when he stopped listening to focus groups.
Donald Robertson, Creative 'Wacky Warrior'
The illustrator, roving creative director and prolific Instagrammer says real success arrived when he stopped listening to focus groups.
The News in Brief
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.
Fabletics Seeks to Double Revenue to $2 Billion in Global Expansion
The US-based activewear brand plans to double annual revenue to $2 billion within five years, in part by opening dozens of new stores in markets such as India, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates.