Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
social-media
Technology
TikTok Goes Dark for US Users, App Stores Remove Platform
TikTok on Saturday suspended its services for US-based users while Apple Inc. and Google removed the platform from their mobile app stores to avoid penalties under a new law, as the social media company awaits a possible reprieve from President-elect Donald Trump to continue operations.
TikTok Goes Dark for US Users, App Stores Remove Platform
TikTok on Saturday suspended its services for US-based users while Apple Inc. and Google removed the platform from their mobile app stores to avoid penalties under a new law, as the social media company awaits a possible reprieve from President-elect Donald Trump to continue operations.
Technology
TikTok Prepares for US Shutdown From Sunday, Sources Say
Under TikTok’s plan, people attempting to open the app will see a pop-up message directing them to a website with information about the ban.
TikTok Prepares for US Shutdown From Sunday, Sources Say
Under TikTok’s plan, people attempting to open the app will see a pop-up message directing them to a website with information about the ban.
Technology
What Users Need to Know About China’s RedNote App
The social media platform has gained over half a million new users amid a potential TikTok ban in the US and is positioning itself for global expansion as it works to adapt its content and features for an international audience.
What Users Need to Know About China’s RedNote App
The social media platform has gained over half a million new users amid a potential TikTok ban in the US and is positioning itself for global expansion as it works to adapt its content and features for an international audience.
Technology
TikTok’s Fate Divides Trump and Fellow Republicans as Supreme Court Action Looms
The US Supreme Court will hear a high-stakes case on Friday, as President-elect Trump opposes a TikTok ban over national security concerns, while many of his Republican allies urge the court to uphold the measure.
TikTok’s Fate Divides Trump and Fellow Republicans as Supreme Court Action Looms
The US Supreme Court will hear a high-stakes case on Friday, as President-elect Trump opposes a TikTok ban over national security concerns, while many of his Republican allies urge the court to uphold the measure.
Marketing
Why the ‘Walmart Birkin’ Struck a Nerve
There are countless “dupes” for luxury goods available, but the fact that a copycat version of Hermès' ultra-coveted bag attracted so much attention online speaks to a shift in consumer sentiment around buying knockoffs.
Why the ‘Walmart Birkin’ Struck a Nerve
There are countless “dupes” for luxury goods available, but the fact that a copycat version of Hermès' ultra-coveted bag attracted so much attention online speaks to a shift in consumer sentiment around buying knockoffs.
Partner Content
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair Launches CIFF Media to Support Independent Brands
Brands today must leverage organic, authentic storytelling techniques to connect with the end consumer, which require expensive and time-intensive communications strategies. To support its showcasing talent, organisers of the bi-annual trade show CIFF are introducing a holistic media platform and strategy to broaden their reach. BoF learns more.
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair Launches CIFF Media to Support Independent Brands
Brands today must leverage organic, authentic storytelling techniques to connect with the end consumer, which require expensive and time-intensive communications strategies. To support its showcasing talent, organisers of the bi-annual trade show CIFF are introducing a holistic media platform and strategy to broaden their reach. BoF learns more.
Technology
TikTok Asks US Supreme Court to Block Government Ban
The emergency request comes after a federal appeals court upheld a new law banning TikTok in the US if the parent company doesn’t sell the app by Jan. 19.
TikTok Asks US Supreme Court to Block Government Ban
The emergency request comes after a federal appeals court upheld a new law banning TikTok in the US if the parent company doesn’t sell the app by Jan. 19.
China
Instagram-Like Xiaohongshu Makes Inroads with E-Commerce Sales
The platform has long been one of China’s most important marketing tools, but until now has struggled to become a sales engine for brands.
Instagram-Like Xiaohongshu Makes Inroads with E-Commerce Sales
The platform has long been one of China’s most important marketing tools, but until now has struggled to become a sales engine for brands.
Marketing
What Fashion PR & Communications Professionals Need to Know Today
This month, BoF Careers provides essential sector insights to help PR & communications professionals decode fashion’s creative landscape.
What Fashion PR & Communications Professionals Need to Know Today
This month, BoF Careers provides essential sector insights to help PR & communications professionals decode fashion’s creative landscape.
Marketing
What Fashion Marketing Professionals Need to Know Today
This month, BoF Careers provides essential sector insights to help marketing professionals decode fashion’s creative and commercial landscape.
What Fashion Marketing Professionals Need to Know Today
This month, BoF Careers provides essential sector insights to help marketing professionals decode fashion’s creative and commercial landscape.
Beauty
P&G Doubles Down on China’s TikTok to Reverse Sales Slump
Whilst reworking its marketing, influencer partnerships and product assortment, the Ohio-based conglomerate has been heavily investing in Chinese shopping app Douyin.
P&G Doubles Down on China’s TikTok to Reverse Sales Slump
Whilst reworking its marketing, influencer partnerships and product assortment, the Ohio-based conglomerate has been heavily investing in Chinese shopping app Douyin.
Partner Content
At BoF VOICES 2024, The Future of Commerce-Enabled Culture
To an audience of top business and creative leaders from across the fashion industry and the wider world, Ruth Diaz, Vice President of Amazon Fashion Europe, took to the stage at BoF VOICES 2024 to discuss the intersection of commerce, technology and culture — and how fashion stands to benefit.
At BoF VOICES 2024, The Future of Commerce-Enabled Culture
To an audience of top business and creative leaders from across the fashion industry and the wider world, Ruth Diaz, Vice President of Amazon Fashion Europe, took to the stage at BoF VOICES 2024 to discuss the intersection of commerce, technology and culture — and how fashion stands to benefit.
The News in Brief
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
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.”
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.