Fashion Empire Azzas 2154 to Split Two Years After Failed Merger
Both companies that previously comprised one of Brazil’s largest apparel exporters will retain a stake in Farm Rio after separating.
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A guide to unlocking opportunity in emerging and frontier fashion markets.
India’s Fashion Industry at a Crossroads
As the virus spreads and the economy falters, the country’s fashion industry is nearing crisis point. With sales down, stores closing and artisan supply chains under pressure, designers are digging deep to become even more entrepreneurial.
India’s Fashion Industry at a Crossroads
As the virus spreads and the economy falters, the country’s fashion industry is nearing crisis point. With sales down, stores closing and artisan supply chains under pressure, designers are digging deep to become even more entrepreneurial.
Digitally Connecting ‘Made in Italy’ and the US Market
To support Italian fashion businesses incapacitated by Covid-19 containment regulations, the Italian Trade Agency has launched a new digital platform connecting Italian brands directly with US buyers, retailers, press and the end-consumer.
Digitally Connecting ‘Made in Italy’ and the US Market
To support Italian fashion businesses incapacitated by Covid-19 containment regulations, the Italian Trade Agency has launched a new digital platform connecting Italian brands directly with US buyers, retailers, press and the end-consumer.
The Banned App Driving Fashion Sales from Moscow to Tehran
Telegram has become an increasingly valuable marketing channel for fashion brands operating in markets like Russia and Iran, where restrictions on freedom of expression make the encrypted app wildly popular.
The Banned App Driving Fashion Sales from Moscow to Tehran
Telegram has become an increasingly valuable marketing channel for fashion brands operating in markets like Russia and Iran, where restrictions on freedom of expression make the encrypted app wildly popular.
The Pandemic Has Created a ‘Perfect Storm’ for Counterfeits. Just Ask Louis Vuitton.
As if Covid-19 hasn’t already done enough damage to the fashion industry, intellectual property experts are now warning that it has also left the door open for counterfeit products to proliferate at an unprecedented pace.
The Pandemic Has Created a ‘Perfect Storm’ for Counterfeits. Just Ask Louis Vuitton.
As if Covid-19 hasn’t already done enough damage to the fashion industry, intellectual property experts are now warning that it has also left the door open for counterfeit products to proliferate at an unprecedented pace.
Africa’s $20 Billion E-Commerce Opportunity
The pandemic shone a spotlight on African e-commerce giants like Jumia, Konga and Takealot but now there is a race to become the fashion gateway for the continent. Which specialist etailer will win?
Africa’s $20 Billion E-Commerce Opportunity
The pandemic shone a spotlight on African e-commerce giants like Jumia, Konga and Takealot but now there is a race to become the fashion gateway for the continent. Which specialist etailer will win?
At Zilingo, Pivoting for Growth in a Pandemic
Founded as a fashion and beauty marketplace in Southeast Asia, Zilingo is now investing in new operational capabilities to serve its B2B community and create opportunities for growth post-Covid.
At Zilingo, Pivoting for Growth in a Pandemic
Founded as a fashion and beauty marketplace in Southeast Asia, Zilingo is now investing in new operational capabilities to serve its B2B community and create opportunities for growth post-Covid.
The BoF Podcast: Rebuilding Lebanon’s Fashion Industry
Elie Saab Jr, chief executive of Elie Saab Group, and Lebanese designers Roni Helou and Amine Jreissati speak about the urgent need for global solidarity in the face of crisis.
The BoF Podcast: Rebuilding Lebanon’s Fashion Industry
Elie Saab Jr, chief executive of Elie Saab Group, and Lebanese designers Roni Helou and Amine Jreissati speak about the urgent need for global solidarity in the face of crisis.
'We Must Go On,' Says Lebanese Designer Elie Saab After Blast
The explosion badly damaged the designer's main office and headquarters, and devastated his home.
'We Must Go On,' Says Lebanese Designer Elie Saab After Blast
The explosion badly damaged the designer's main office and headquarters, and devastated his home.
Op-Ed | Africa’s Fashion Industry Has a Nepotism Problem
As the global fashion industry confronts systemic racial discrimination, it’s time for the African fashion community to look inward to uproot other forms of bias and prejudice in its ecosystems, argue Udochi Nwogu and Papa Oyeyemi.
Op-Ed | Africa’s Fashion Industry Has a Nepotism Problem
As the global fashion industry confronts systemic racial discrimination, it’s time for the African fashion community to look inward to uproot other forms of bias and prejudice in its ecosystems, argue Udochi Nwogu and Papa Oyeyemi.
What Does a US Ban on WeChat Mean for Fashion?
Every US-based fashion company that does business with China or with Chinese consumers will be impacted by a ban on WeChat, but some brands will be hit harder than others.
What Does a US Ban on WeChat Mean for Fashion?
Every US-based fashion company that does business with China or with Chinese consumers will be impacted by a ban on WeChat, but some brands will be hit harder than others.
Lebanon’s Fashion Industry Hit by Triple Crisis
An explosion that rocked Beirut this week damaged or destroyed the headquarters of internationally renowned couturiers like Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad and Rabih Kayrouz and came at a time when Lebanon was already facing economic collapse and the coronavirus.
Lebanon’s Fashion Industry Hit by Triple Crisis
An explosion that rocked Beirut this week damaged or destroyed the headquarters of internationally renowned couturiers like Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad and Rabih Kayrouz and came at a time when Lebanon was already facing economic collapse and the coronavirus.
How to Plug Into India’s Dynamic E-Commerce Market
During lockdown Indian e-commerce platforms attracted a bonanza of international investment from the likes of Facebook and a fund backed by LVMH. What can fashion brands do now to tap into this complicated but colossal $43 billion opportunity?
How to Plug Into India’s Dynamic E-Commerce Market
During lockdown Indian e-commerce platforms attracted a bonanza of international investment from the likes of Facebook and a fund backed by LVMH. What can fashion brands do now to tap into this complicated but colossal $43 billion opportunity?
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Indian Fashion Retailer Purple Style Labs Plans IPO
The Bollywood star-backed company behind multi-brand retailer Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop will launch its share sale next week as it taps demand for luxury wedding and occasion wear.
Trump Picks White House Ally Overton to Lead Embattled FDA
The US president chose an ally to steady an agency shaken by staff losses, low morale and fights over vaccines and drug approvals.
Russian E-Tailer Wildberries Hit by Wave of Ukrainian Drone Strikes
The e-commerce giant has seen at least 20 warehouses attacked since mid-July as Kyiv steps up strikes inside Russia and Moscow intensifies its bombardment of Ukraine, more than four years into its full-scale invasion.
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.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.
US Businesses File Lawsuit Challenging New ‘Forced Labour’ Tariffs
Two small businesses, backed by the group that successfully sued over previous tariffs, say the new policy similarly exceeds the president’s authority to tax imports.
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.