CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
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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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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.
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."
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."
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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.
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.
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.
The News in Brief
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Zara Owner Looks to US for Next Phase of Growth
Inditex is investing in the US as a key growth market, CEO Oscar Garcia Maceiras told Reuters, with store revamps and new openings planned across its Zara, Massimo Dutti and Bershka brands.
Activist Investor Takes New Stake in Bath & Body Works
The activist investor is recommending the personal-care and fragrance store chain to explore a sale, claiming it has been undervalued and hampered by unstable management.