Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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H&M’s Delayed Collab With Indian Designer Sabyasachi Debuts
The collection features 70 pieces in Sabyasachi’s style of rich textiles, chintz prints and references to Indian heritage at a range of prices below $135.
H&M’s Delayed Collab With Indian Designer Sabyasachi Debuts
The collection features 70 pieces in Sabyasachi’s style of rich textiles, chintz prints and references to Indian heritage at a range of prices below $135.
Global Markets
Migrant Workers in India Face Police Backlash After Defying Covid-19 Lockdown
Hundreds of thousands of migrant labourers, many of whom work in India's now shuttered textile industry, were sprayed with tear gas by police as they attempted to head to their homes in the countryside on foot, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 21-day nationwide lockdown.
Migrant Workers in India Face Police Backlash After Defying Covid-19 Lockdown
Hundreds of thousands of migrant labourers, many of whom work in India's now shuttered textile industry, were sprayed with tear gas by police as they attempted to head to their homes in the countryside on foot, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 21-day nationwide lockdown.
Workplace & Talent
Embedding Innovation in a 350-Year-Old Mill
Through the diverse experiences of three of its employees, BoF discovers how the company culture at Italian mill Vitale Barberis Canonico fuses centuries-old tradition with an openness to innovation.
Embedding Innovation in a 350-Year-Old Mill
Through the diverse experiences of three of its employees, BoF discovers how the company culture at Italian mill Vitale Barberis Canonico fuses centuries-old tradition with an openness to innovation.
Workplace & Talent
A Centuries-Old Culture of Embracing Change
An Italian institution founded in 1663, the longevity of the Vitale Barberis Canonico business is a testament to its willingness to embrace new ideas. BoF sits down with its 13th generation guardian, Francesco Barberis Canonico, to hear more.
A Centuries-Old Culture of Embracing Change
An Italian institution founded in 1663, the longevity of the Vitale Barberis Canonico business is a testament to its willingness to embrace new ideas. BoF sits down with its 13th generation guardian, Francesco Barberis Canonico, to hear more.
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Global Markets
Nike and Lululemon Supplier Pivots Away From Vietnam After Exiting China
With Donald Trump hardening his stance on the Southeast Asian country, Eclat Textile Co. keeping up with the changing landscape of global trade.
Nike and Lululemon Supplier Pivots Away From Vietnam After Exiting China
With Donald Trump hardening his stance on the Southeast Asian country, Eclat Textile Co. keeping up with the changing landscape of global trade.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Trend Forecaster Li Edelkoort on Hybridity in Education
Speaking in conversation with Imran Amed, the futurist course designer outlines the need for interdisciplinary studies when teaching generation next, and why the fashion industry needs to return — quite literally — to the roots of textile creation.
The BoF Podcast: Trend Forecaster Li Edelkoort on Hybridity in Education
Speaking in conversation with Imran Amed, the futurist course designer outlines the need for interdisciplinary studies when teaching generation next, and why the fashion industry needs to return — quite literally — to the roots of textile creation.
Sustainability
Social Goods | The Dark Side of Chinese Internet Fame, Tariffs to Affect Ivanka Trump's Brand
This week, body-positive messaging does not resonate in Chinese influencer circles, while Ivanka Trump's handbags will likely be hit by the new tariffs on China.
Social Goods | The Dark Side of Chinese Internet Fame, Tariffs to Affect Ivanka Trump's Brand
This week, body-positive messaging does not resonate in Chinese influencer circles, while Ivanka Trump's handbags will likely be hit by the new tariffs on China.
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Chart of the Week | UK Fashion Industry to Take Hardest Brexit Hit
A new report predicts the UK's textiles, apparel and footwear industry will be among the worst hit by Brexit.
Chart of the Week | UK Fashion Industry to Take Hardest Brexit Hit
A new report predicts the UK's textiles, apparel and footwear industry will be among the worst hit by Brexit.
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Made in the USA: Dead or Alive?
In North Carolina, once a booming textiles and apparel hub, there are signs of struggle — and life.
Made in the USA: Dead or Alive?
In North Carolina, once a booming textiles and apparel hub, there are signs of struggle — and life.
Sustainability
H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report
Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.
H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report
Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.
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Fashion Brands Agree to Extend Bangladesh deal
Leading global fashion brands and trade unions have agreed to continue a safety programme involving thousands of garment factories in Bangladesh for another three years.
Fashion Brands Agree to Extend Bangladesh deal
Leading global fashion brands and trade unions have agreed to continue a safety programme involving thousands of garment factories in Bangladesh for another three years.
Retail
US Retailers Urge Trump's New Trade Envoy to Save NAFTA
If the US trade deal changes, apparel trade groups say the industry could be faced with rising costs and another blow to its already-fragile profit margins.
US Retailers Urge Trump's New Trade Envoy to Save NAFTA
If the US trade deal changes, apparel trade groups say the industry could be faced with rising costs and another blow to its already-fragile profit margins.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.