Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
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Beauty
European Cosmetics Makers Face Supply Crisis Amid Scarcity of Ukraine Resources
European perfume- and cosmetics-makers face shortages of paper, glass, and some key oils and alcohols, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine adds further disruptions to the supply chains for beauty products, driving prices higher amid robust demand.
European Cosmetics Makers Face Supply Crisis Amid Scarcity of Ukraine Resources
European perfume- and cosmetics-makers face shortages of paper, glass, and some key oils and alcohols, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine adds further disruptions to the supply chains for beauty products, driving prices higher amid robust demand.
China
Why Jewellers Are Still Betting on Hong Kong
After mass protests and some of the world’s toughest pandemic restrictions devastated Hong Kong’s luxury market, the city is still a vital B2B hub for the jewellery sector.
Why Jewellers Are Still Betting on Hong Kong
After mass protests and some of the world’s toughest pandemic restrictions devastated Hong Kong’s luxury market, the city is still a vital B2B hub for the jewellery sector.
Global Markets
Sri Lanka’s Apparel and Textiles Sector Struggles Amidst Financial Crisis
Factories serving some of the biggest global fashion brands may soon be unable to meet production targets in the country’s worst financial crisis in decades.
Sri Lanka’s Apparel and Textiles Sector Struggles Amidst Financial Crisis
Factories serving some of the biggest global fashion brands may soon be unable to meet production targets in the country’s worst financial crisis in decades.
Global Markets
Are Fashion’s Supply Chain Problems Easing?
This week, everyone will be talking about the latest developments in Ukraine and China and their impact on fashion’s global supply chain
Are Fashion’s Supply Chain Problems Easing?
This week, everyone will be talking about the latest developments in Ukraine and China and their impact on fashion’s global supply chain
Global Markets
Taipei Fashion Week Highlights Textile Innovation Alongside Design
Even though it has a relatively small fashion market, Taiwan remains a leader in high-tech textile manufacturing, an industry strength that was emphasised at the most recent edition of Taipei Fashion Week.
Taipei Fashion Week Highlights Textile Innovation Alongside Design
Even though it has a relatively small fashion market, Taiwan remains a leader in high-tech textile manufacturing, an industry strength that was emphasised at the most recent edition of Taipei Fashion Week.
Retail
What Russian Sanctions Mean for Fashion
Navigating sanctions on Russia requires ‘constant vigilance and flexibility’ from brands and retailers. Here's what you need to know.
What Russian Sanctions Mean for Fashion
Navigating sanctions on Russia requires ‘constant vigilance and flexibility’ from brands and retailers. Here's what you need to know.
Retail
How Retail’s Bad Practices Weaken the West
While geopolitical events have disrupted retail, retail has also been a chief contributor to geopolitical disruption, writes Doug Stephens.
How Retail’s Bad Practices Weaken the West
While geopolitical events have disrupted retail, retail has also been a chief contributor to geopolitical disruption, writes Doug Stephens.
Retail
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
A panel of experts unpack BoF Insights’ latest report “Building Resilience and Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
A panel of experts unpack BoF Insights’ latest report “Building Resilience and Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain.
China
Luxury Resale Heats Up in China
Local start-ups and a major global resale player are amping up investments in China, where policymakers and investors are betting on the circular economy.
Luxury Resale Heats Up in China
Local start-ups and a major global resale player are amping up investments in China, where policymakers and investors are betting on the circular economy.
Retail
Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Change at Nike
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike’s latest results and Ralph Lauren’s first in-person show since 2019.
Supply Chain Woes Accelerate Change at Nike
This week, everyone will be talking about Nike’s latest results and Ralph Lauren’s first in-person show since 2019.
Retail
How to Fix Fashion’s Supply Chain? Begin With Culture
Change begins within a company, starting with C-suite executives and the value system they create.
How to Fix Fashion’s Supply Chain? Begin With Culture
Change begins within a company, starting with C-suite executives and the value system they create.
Retail
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
Please join us on Wednesday, March 23 at 16:00 BST for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Diana Lee and Rahul Malik in conversation with Amanda Martin, senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of Neiman Marcus Group, and Kathleen Talbot, chief sustainability officer & VP operations of Reformation, as they do a deep dive into our special report on the necessary evolution in fashion’s supply chain.
BoF LIVE: Building Resilience & Value in Fashion’s Supply Chain
Please join us on Wednesday, March 23 at 16:00 BST for #BoFLIVE to hear BoF’s Diana Lee and Rahul Malik in conversation with Amanda Martin, senior vice president and chief supply chain officer of Neiman Marcus Group, and Kathleen Talbot, chief sustainability officer & VP operations of Reformation, as they do a deep dive into our special report on the necessary evolution in fashion’s supply chain.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.