David Pemsel to Step Down as British Fashion Council Chairman
The UK fashion trade body has yet to name a successor.
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News & Analysis
The Children of Comme
No company in fashion has given birth to a collection of creative offspring quite like Rei Kawakubo’s Comme des Garçons.
The Children of Comme
No company in fashion has given birth to a collection of creative offspring quite like Rei Kawakubo’s Comme des Garçons.
Workplace & Talent
Diane von Fürstenberg on Making it as a Woman
Diane von Fürstenberg defied gender stereotypes and built a fashion brand that generates estimated annual revenues of $500 million.
Diane von Fürstenberg on Making it as a Woman
Diane von Fürstenberg defied gender stereotypes and built a fashion brand that generates estimated annual revenues of $500 million.
Retail
Birth of Princess to Boost British Fashion Retail
Britain's retailers might just be rejoicing as much as Kate and Wills about the birth of a new baby princess.
Birth of Princess to Boost British Fashion Retail
Britain's retailers might just be rejoicing as much as Kate and Wills about the birth of a new baby princess.
News & Analysis
LVMH, Boosting Women
At LVMH, women were seriously underrepresented in senior positions. In 2009, the group launched ‘EllesVMH’ to boost women leaders. Is it working?
LVMH, Boosting Women
At LVMH, women were seriously underrepresented in senior positions. In 2009, the group launched ‘EllesVMH’ to boost women leaders. Is it working?
Luxury
Andrew Bolton, the Met’s Fashion Mastermind
Ahead of Monday’s Met Ball, the celebrated curator and self-confessed fashion nerd takes BoF behind the scenes of the museum’s latest blockbuster.
Andrew Bolton, the Met’s Fashion Mastermind
Ahead of Monday’s Met Ball, the celebrated curator and self-confessed fashion nerd takes BoF behind the scenes of the museum’s latest blockbuster.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | Cathy Horyn: ‘You Just Have to Say What You Think’
BoF brings you an exclusive excerpt from a 15,000-word conversation with Cathy Horyn, fashion's single most authoritative critic, courtesy of System magazine.
BoF Exclusive | Cathy Horyn: ‘You Just Have to Say What You Think’
BoF brings you an exclusive excerpt from a 15,000-word conversation with Cathy Horyn, fashion's single most authoritative critic, courtesy of System magazine.
News & Analysis
Vivienne Westwood Campaigns in London Against Fracking
British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood took to the streets of London on Monday cradling a "fracked baby of the future" in her latest show of opposition to hydraulic fracturing.
Vivienne Westwood Campaigns in London Against Fracking
British fashion designer Vivienne Westwood took to the streets of London on Monday cradling a "fracked baby of the future" in her latest show of opposition to hydraulic fracturing.
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Transparency and Nothing Less
Fashion companies must get to know every step in their supply chains and be transparent with consumers, say Maxine Bédat and Soraya Darabi, co-founders of Zady.
Op-Ed | Transparency and Nothing Less
Fashion companies must get to know every step in their supply chains and be transparent with consumers, say Maxine Bédat and Soraya Darabi, co-founders of Zady.
Media
Juergen Teller’s Renegade Eye
The super-photographer has stuck to his vision for over 25 years and turned his name into a brand, yet his remarks remain as unflinching and sharp as his eye.
Juergen Teller’s Renegade Eye
The super-photographer has stuck to his vision for over 25 years and turned his name into a brand, yet his remarks remain as unflinching and sharp as his eye.
Luxury
Can Neuroscience Unlock the Luxury Mind?
For years, fashion and luxury companies have tried to anticipate and cater to the deep, subconscious desires of consumers. Can neuroscience help?
Can Neuroscience Unlock the Luxury Mind?
For years, fashion and luxury companies have tried to anticipate and cater to the deep, subconscious desires of consumers. Can neuroscience help?
Luxury
Shang Xia: Preservation Through Innovation
Backed by Hermès, luxury lifestyle brand Shang Xia is preserving ancient Chinese craft by blending traditional know-how with modern product innovation.
Shang Xia: Preservation Through Innovation
Backed by Hermès, luxury lifestyle brand Shang Xia is preserving ancient Chinese craft by blending traditional know-how with modern product innovation.
Retail
Chengdu, China’s Next Fashion Powerhouse
In hot pursuit of China’s elite league, one city is sprinting ahead of its second-tier rivals, hoping to join the ranks of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Chengdu, China’s Next Fashion Powerhouse
In hot pursuit of China’s elite league, one city is sprinting ahead of its second-tier rivals, hoping to join the ranks of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
The News in Brief
Samsung Ordered to Pay Swatch $11.6 Million Over Copied Smartwatch Apps
The Swiss watchmaker initially sought about $170 million from the Korean technology giant for failing to prevent apps that mimicked its luxury brands on its smartwatch displays.
Kohl’s Turnaround Stalls as Sales Growth Stagnates
Kohl’s turnaround attempt showed some progress after the retailer raised its annual earnings outlook, but it still doesn’t see sales growth this year.
Abercrombie Sees Record Shares Jump After Guidance Lift
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares rallied after revenue topped estimates and the retailer raised its annual earnings guidance, suggesting the preppy apparel company is regaining momentum.
Dolce & Gabbana Seeks to Raise Cash in Exchange for Debt Waiver
Dolce & Gabbana is seeking to raise cash using transactions outside the Italian fashion house’s day-to-day business after banks agreed to waive terms governing its debt as demand for luxury goods stays weak.
Mexican Makeup Label Sarelly Raises $3 Million
The funding will be used to power the brand’s expansion into the US, including a nationwide rollout in Target’s Beauty Studio.
Bath & Body Works Lifts Annual Profit Forecast on Digital Demand
The US fragrance giant raised its full-year profit forecast and beat estimates for second-quarter results, benefiting from demand for its products on digital channels, despite a decline in store traffic.
Indian Fashion Retailer Purple Style Labs Plans IPO
The Bollywood star-backed company behind multi-brand retailer Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop will launch its share sale next week as it taps demand for luxury wedding and occasion wear.