Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
private-equity
Financial Markets
Hugo Boss $2.7 Billion Return is the Biggest for Permira
Fashion retailer Hugo Boss, an investment emblematic of the difficulties facing its private-equity owner Permira Advisers during the financial crisis, proved to be one of the company’s biggest winners of recent years.
Hugo Boss $2.7 Billion Return is the Biggest for Permira
Fashion retailer Hugo Boss, an investment emblematic of the difficulties facing its private-equity owner Permira Advisers during the financial crisis, proved to be one of the company’s biggest winners of recent years.
Retail
American Apparel Said to Draw Bid From Firm Working With Ex-CEO
American Apparel Inc. founder Dov Charney, who was fired by the company this week, is working with private- equity firm Irving Place Capital on a bid to acquire the retailer.
American Apparel Said to Draw Bid From Firm Working With Ex-CEO
American Apparel Inc. founder Dov Charney, who was fired by the company this week, is working with private- equity firm Irving Place Capital on a bid to acquire the retailer.
News & Analysis
Smythson Said to Attract Private Equity Interest for 2015 Sale
Frank Smythson Ltd., the closely held luxury leather goods group that employs the U.K. Prime Minister’s wife as a consultant, has drawn interest from private-equity firms about a possible sale.
Smythson Said to Attract Private Equity Interest for 2015 Sale
Frank Smythson Ltd., the closely held luxury leather goods group that employs the U.K. Prime Minister’s wife as a consultant, has drawn interest from private-equity firms about a possible sale.
Global Markets
As IPO Markets Stumble, Private Equity Buyers Prepare to Swoop
LONDON, United Kingdom — Across Europe, companies hoping to list are having their plans dashed by plunging equity prices. But what's bad for public
As IPO Markets Stumble, Private Equity Buyers Prepare to Swoop
LONDON, United Kingdom — Across Europe, companies hoping to list are having their plans dashed by plunging equity prices. But what's bad for public
Marketing
Red Alert in Hong Kong
LONDON, United Kingdom — The Savigny Luxury Index ("SLI") fell sharply over the month, losing 4.2 percent versus a flat MSCI World Index ("MSCI") as
Red Alert in Hong Kong
LONDON, United Kingdom — The Savigny Luxury Index ("SLI") fell sharply over the month, losing 4.2 percent versus a flat MSCI World Index ("MSCI") as
Financial Markets
6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In
In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.
6 Emerging Fashion Brands Worth Investing In
In the last two years, emerging fashion brands like Christopher Kane, Altuzarra, JW Anderson, Nicholas Kirkwood and Roksanda have attracted a flurry of investment. Who’s next? BoF identifies the young fashion labels we would bet on, based on their commercial and creative potential.
Retail
Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?
Has Private Equity Learned Its Lesson on Fashion Investments?
Current market reports indicate that private equity firm Permira Advisers is aiming to sell its majority stake in Hugo Boss and re-opening talks to invest in Roberto Cavalli. What lessons can private equity firms learn from the company’s last major fashion investment?
News & Analysis
Aéropostale Seen as Private Equity Buyout Target
NEW YORK, United States — Aéropostale Inc., the clothing chain for teens, is offering the biggest sales discount in America for private-equity firms
Aéropostale Seen as Private Equity Buyout Target
NEW YORK, United States — Aéropostale Inc., the clothing chain for teens, is offering the biggest sales discount in America for private-equity firms
The News in Brief
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.