Puma Sales Slow Less Than Expected as Anta Partnership Advances
The German sportswear business is attempting to reboot its brand appeal to better compete with larger rivals Adidas and Nike.
Ready-To-Wear
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News & Analysis
Theory: Defining the New Modern
To welcome Theory to BoF Careers, we sit down with CEO and founder, Andrew Rosen, to talk about the company’s how the company is "defining the new modern".
Luxury
With Brand at Crossroads, Burberry's CEO Bets Big on China's Young Money
Burberry's turnaround was always going to be an uphill battle. Now, as the pandemic thwarts the company's plans to reinvigorate top-line growth this year, Marco Gobbetti is betting that a digital edge with Asia's Millennial and Gen-Z clients will pay off.
Luxury
Why Khaite Is Killing It
While others are abandoning New York Fashion Week, designer Catherine Holstein is using the platform to her advantage, one of the many ways she stands out in a competitive luxury market.
Fashion Week
Maison Kitsuné Hires Creative Head From Celine
The Parisian label has appointed Yuni Ahn as creative director and will present a collection for the first time during Paris Fashion Week.
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Financial Markets
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Men’s Line
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur are expanding their cult label into men’s clothing and accessories.
Fashion Week
Anne Chapelle’s Next Move: Rebooting Poiret
The Belgian businesswoman behind the rise of Ann Demeulemeester and Haider Ackermann has taken on a new challenge: resurrecting Paul Poiret.
News & Analysis
Eytys, Cult Footwear Label, Launches Ready-To-Wear
For its first foray into ready-to-wear, the Stockholm-based brand, best known for its thick white-soled sneakers, is releasing a line of unisex jeans.
Retail
What's Next for French Contemporary?
The French contemporary wave that gave birth to brands like Sandro, Maje and The Kooples is evolving.
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News & Analysis
The Truth About Ready-to-Wear
Designer fashion was once a real business. Now, high exposure to ready-to-wear is a structural weakness for luxury players, argues Luca Solca.
Retail
BoF Exclusive | H&M Launches New Brand: Arket
BoF can exclusively reveal that the Swedish fast-fashion giant is launching a new brand rooted in "style beyond trend."
News & Analysis
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Ready-to-Wear for Autumn 2017
The accessories brand will also adopt an in-season model as it continues to grow beyond the it-bags that first fuelled its success.
News & Analysis
French Fashion Flags Its Economic Importance
Annual sales generated by fashion-related businesses based in France totalled €150 billion ($170 billion), compared with €102 billion for aerospace and €39 billion for cars.
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Indian Fashion Retailer Trent Jumps as Quarterly Profits, Sales Rise
The Tata Group-owned business beat expectations, shoring up confidence in its fashion business after a period of sluggish performance.
Textured Haircare Brand The Mane Choice Names New CEO
Chasity Monroe has been appointed as the label’s chief executive as it undergoes a wider brand refresh.
APR Corp’s Quarterly Revenue Doubles on Skincare, Overseas Growth
The Korean firm and Medicube owner reported third quarter revenue growth of over 100 percent, mostly attributed to the expansion of its skincare range into new markets, channels and product categories.
Swan Beauty Names Chief Makeup Artist in Residence
Celebrity-makeup artist Ash K. Holm will join the “smart” mirror brand for a year-long partnership focusing on guidance and education.
Amorepacific Third-Quarter Revenue Rises 11%, Overseas Growth Cools
Revenue growth outpaced the previous quarter in the Korean conglomerate’s domestic market, but slowed internationally.
Hearst Magazines Names Juliana Stock President
Current president Debi Chirichella will be Hearst Magazine’s next chair.
Lilly Raises Sales Forecast, Widening Lead in Obesity Market
Eli Lilly & Co. raised its full-year sales forecast as demand for its blockbuster obesity and diabetes drugs continues to surge, giving the drugmaker more momentum as it expands into pills and develops even more powerful weight-loss treatments.