Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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News & Analysis
Biden Just Won a Narrow Victory. Is Washington Gridlock Good for Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about the results of the US election, the booming resale market, Singles Day and Farfetch's results. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Biden Just Won a Narrow Victory. Is Washington Gridlock Good for Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about the results of the US election, the booming resale market, Singles Day and Farfetch's results. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
The US Election: What’s at Stake for Fashion?
The outcome of a highly contentious presidential race in a deeply polarised superpower has significant implications for the global fashion industry.
The US Election: What’s at Stake for Fashion?
The outcome of a highly contentious presidential race in a deeply polarised superpower has significant implications for the global fashion industry.
Marketing
Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote
With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.
Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote
With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.
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Marketing
The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians
In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.
The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians
In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.
Media
Who Is Fashion Stumping For in 2020?
While the Democratic nomination is still very much up for grabs, industry insiders are already showing public support for their favourite presidential candidates — and sometimes even taking things a step further.
Who Is Fashion Stumping For in 2020?
While the Democratic nomination is still very much up for grabs, industry insiders are already showing public support for their favourite presidential candidates — and sometimes even taking things a step further.
Marketing
Op-Ed | This Election Year, Politics Is Good Business
For decades, corporate neutrality was the norm, but with a presidential election looming in the US, 2020 is set to be different. If they take the right approach, businesses can turn the next 11 months into an authentic branding opportunity, argues Hildy Kuryk.
Op-Ed | This Election Year, Politics Is Good Business
For decades, corporate neutrality was the norm, but with a presidential election looming in the US, 2020 is set to be different. If they take the right approach, businesses can turn the next 11 months into an authentic branding opportunity, argues Hildy Kuryk.
Sustainability
As Climate Crisis Hits Tipping Point, Fashion Comes to Davos. Is It Enough?
Leaders from big fashion brands descended on the World Economic Forum for the first time with the climate crisis top of mind. But the elephant in the room was the fundamental tension between sustainability and growth.
As Climate Crisis Hits Tipping Point, Fashion Comes to Davos. Is It Enough?
Leaders from big fashion brands descended on the World Economic Forum for the first time with the climate crisis top of mind. But the elephant in the room was the fundamental tension between sustainability and growth.
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News & Analysis
Michael Avenatti to Face Nike Extortion Case
Prosecutors said the celebrity lawyer threatened to publicise claims of improper payments unless Nike paid him to conduct a probe.
Michael Avenatti to Face Nike Extortion Case
Prosecutors said the celebrity lawyer threatened to publicise claims of improper payments unless Nike paid him to conduct a probe.
Financial Markets
The Year Ahead: Macroeconomic Headwinds Put Companies on High Alert
Continued caution is advised as mounting underlying turmoil could disrupt relations among both developed and emerging market economies.
The Year Ahead: Macroeconomic Headwinds Put Companies on High Alert
Continued caution is advised as mounting underlying turmoil could disrupt relations among both developed and emerging market economies.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
China
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.