Reformation Valued at $886 Million in NYSE Debut
The Permira-backed womenswear retailer and some of its shareholders had raised $211 million in its IPO on Wednesday, with shares opening at $15 apiece.
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Fashion Week
Mary Katrantzou's 'Breakthrough Moment'
Intricate embellishments, handiwork, and a well-rounded range of wardrobe options all added up to nuanced, dynamic season that pushed the Mary Katrantzou label forward, reports Nabil Aliffi.
Mary Katrantzou's 'Breakthrough Moment'
Intricate embellishments, handiwork, and a well-rounded range of wardrobe options all added up to nuanced, dynamic season that pushed the Mary Katrantzou label forward, reports Nabil Aliffi.
News & Analysis
Fashion Chatter | Newcastle Fashion Week, Lucas Nascimento, Cara Bags
Fashion folk love to chatter. So what were the topics that dominated the conversation this weekend at London Fashion Week?
Fashion Chatter | Newcastle Fashion Week, Lucas Nascimento, Cara Bags
Fashion folk love to chatter. So what were the topics that dominated the conversation this weekend at London Fashion Week?
Fashion Week
Artful Contortionism at J.W. Anderson
Inspired by English painter Graham Sutherland, J.W. Anderson's latest "pretty ugly" collection offered distorted construction and an unconventional palette, reports Nabil Aliffi.
Artful Contortionism at J.W. Anderson
Inspired by English painter Graham Sutherland, J.W. Anderson's latest "pretty ugly" collection offered distorted construction and an unconventional palette, reports Nabil Aliffi.
Fashion Week
Marc Jacobs' Palate Cleanser
To the dissonant soundtrack of Jessica Lange reciting the words to the song “Happy Days Are Here Again,” models came out in clothing that clearly referenced the futuristic styles of the 1960s. But as is the case with Jacobs, he took that grain of an idea and made it into something uniquely his own, writes Jessica Michault.
Marc Jacobs' Palate Cleanser
To the dissonant soundtrack of Jessica Lange reciting the words to the song “Happy Days Are Here Again,” models came out in clothing that clearly referenced the futuristic styles of the 1960s. But as is the case with Jacobs, he took that grain of an idea and made it into something uniquely his own, writes Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
Proenza Schouler's Energy, Colour and Fun
Proenza Schouler faultlessly delivered on their show notes, giving the fashion crowd volume on volume, pattern on pattern, texture on texture and colour on colour, writes Jessica Michault.
Proenza Schouler's Energy, Colour and Fun
Proenza Schouler faultlessly delivered on their show notes, giving the fashion crowd volume on volume, pattern on pattern, texture on texture and colour on colour, writes Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
A Successful First Date for Jason Wu and Hugo Boss
Jason Wu showed a collection centered on rigorous pieces designed for women working in the business world, says Jessica Michault.
A Successful First Date for Jason Wu and Hugo Boss
Jason Wu showed a collection centered on rigorous pieces designed for women working in the business world, says Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
Michael Kors' Californian Bohemia
Faithful to its chosen boho style, with peasant tops and skirts, chunky oversized sweaters and full legged trousers, Kors' collection was filled with foundation pieces that women can depend on long past a single winter season, writes Jessica Michault.
Michael Kors' Californian Bohemia
Faithful to its chosen boho style, with peasant tops and skirts, chunky oversized sweaters and full legged trousers, Kors' collection was filled with foundation pieces that women can depend on long past a single winter season, writes Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
Controlled Experimentation at Narciso Rodriguez
This season marked a departure from Narciso Rodriguez's usual body-skimming silhouettes as he offered voluminous shapes and intricate beadwork, says Jessica Michault.
Controlled Experimentation at Narciso Rodriguez
This season marked a departure from Narciso Rodriguez's usual body-skimming silhouettes as he offered voluminous shapes and intricate beadwork, says Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
Rodarte's Intergalactic Adventure
Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte brought '70s charm to their Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, one of their most commercially viable in recent seasons, says Jessica Michault.
Rodarte's Intergalactic Adventure
Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte brought '70s charm to their Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, one of their most commercially viable in recent seasons, says Jessica Michault.
Fashion Week
Modern Medieval at Tory Burch
Tory Burch modernised medieval armour with lightweight fabrics for her Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, says Jessica Michault.
Modern Medieval at Tory Burch
Tory Burch modernised medieval armour with lightweight fabrics for her Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, says Jessica Michault.
News & Analysis
Report Card on the New Lincoln Center
The much-maligned Lincoln Center, New York Fashion Week’s main hub for the last seven seasons, has been given a makeover by IMG Fashion, the company that runs the event. So, how do the improvements measure up? BoF reports.
Report Card on the New Lincoln Center
The much-maligned Lincoln Center, New York Fashion Week’s main hub for the last seven seasons, has been given a makeover by IMG Fashion, the company that runs the event. So, how do the improvements measure up? BoF reports.
Fashion Week
Photo Diary | NYFW: Creatures of the Wind, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu, Rag & Bone
NEW YORK, United States — Today, we look back at the first few days of New York Fashion Week with a selection of behind-the-scenes photos from
Photo Diary | NYFW: Creatures of the Wind, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu, Rag & Bone
NEW YORK, United States — Today, we look back at the first few days of New York Fashion Week with a selection of behind-the-scenes photos from
The News in Brief
Puig Reports First-Half Revenue Growth After Estee Lauder Talks End
The Spanish beauty company reported first-half revenue growth on strong demand for makeup from Charlotte Tilbury.
Canada Goose Beats Revenue Estimates as Demand Holds Up
The outerwear brand beat expectations for first-quarter revenue, but new US tariffs on Canadian could affect future earnings.
Steven Madden Tops Expectations and Lifts Full-Year Outlook
The retailer raised its full-year revenue forecast again as its integration of luxury brand Kurt Geiger last year provided a tailwind.
Reformation and Its Backers Raise $210.9 Million in IPO
The womenswear brand and shareholders including private-equity backer Permira raised new funds in an IPO that priced shares at the bottom of the marketed range.
Adidas Shares Plunge After World Cup Spend Dents Profit
Shares in the company fell the most on record after its marketing outlay for the World Cup resulted in lower-than-expected quarterly profit.
British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.