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Paul Costelloe, Personal Designer to Princess Diana, Dies at 80

Costelloe’s family confirmed his passing in a statement on Saturday.

Paul Costelloe, Personal Designer to Princess Diana, Dies at 80

Costelloe’s family confirmed his passing in a statement on Saturday.


How Rebecca Vallance Translated Bedazzled Femininity Across Borders

The Australian designer’s elaborate, feminine garments have won over customers across the world, from the Middle East to the United States. The designer credits her willingness to listen when retail partners and customers tell her what they want.

How Rebecca Vallance Translated Bedazzled Femininity Across Borders

The Australian designer’s elaborate, feminine garments have won over customers across the world, from the Middle East to the United States. The designer credits her willingness to listen when retail partners and customers tell her what they want.


Is China’s Luxury Market Ready to Rebound?

The short answer is yes — but it won’t soon return to its pre-pandemic growth rates. After two years of turbulence, the market remains shaky, and brands will need to earn every sale.

Is China’s Luxury Market Ready to Rebound?

The short answer is yes — but it won’t soon return to its pre-pandemic growth rates. After two years of turbulence, the market remains shaky, and brands will need to earn every sale.


The Great Fashion Reset | How to Fix Luxury’s Trust Issues

A series of scandals linking brands including Dior, Armani, Valentino and Loro Piana to sweatshops in Italy have helped fuel doubts about what customers are paying for and whether they can trust luxury brands anymore.

The Great Fashion Reset | How to Fix Luxury’s Trust Issues

A series of scandals linking brands including Dior, Armani, Valentino and Loro Piana to sweatshops in Italy have helped fuel doubts about what customers are paying for and whether they can trust luxury brands anymore.


Social Media Created Dupe Culture. Can It Also Reverse the Damage?

Marcelo Gaia, the owner and creative director of New York-based brand Mirror Palais, frequently publishes candid, casual videos to call out fast-fashion imitations.

Social Media Created Dupe Culture. Can It Also Reverse the Damage?

Marcelo Gaia, the owner and creative director of New York-based brand Mirror Palais, frequently publishes candid, casual videos to call out fast-fashion imitations.


Why Lace and Crochet Are Everywhere Right Now

Brands from Magda Butrym to Chloé are appealing to shoppers with delicate handwork that’s nostalgic and romantic, providing a contrast to fast fashion and the minimalism of quiet luxury.

Why Lace and Crochet Are Everywhere Right Now

Brands from Magda Butrym to Chloé are appealing to shoppers with delicate handwork that’s nostalgic and romantic, providing a contrast to fast fashion and the minimalism of quiet luxury.


Sies Marjan Designer Sander Lak to Launch Menswear Label

Lak will debut his new venture during Paris men’s fashion week in June, presenting his first collection since the shuttering of the buzzy Sies Marjan in 2020.

Sies Marjan Designer Sander Lak to Launch Menswear Label

Lak will debut his new venture during Paris men’s fashion week in June, presenting his first collection since the shuttering of the buzzy Sies Marjan in 2020.


The BoF Podcast | Inside The Great Luxury Reset

Imran Amed, founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion, and Luca Solca, managing director of luxury goods at Bernestein, speak to System Magazine’s Jonathan Wingfield about how luxury fashion is navigating economic headwinds, shifting consumer values and the urgent need for creative renewal.

The BoF Podcast | Inside The Great Luxury Reset

Imran Amed, founder and CEO of The Business of Fashion, and Luca Solca, managing director of luxury goods at Bernestein, speak to System Magazine’s Jonathan Wingfield about how luxury fashion is navigating economic headwinds, shifting consumer values and the urgent need for creative renewal.


Trump Tariffs Hit European Luxury, Shares Tank

LVMH and Hermès stock fell about 3 percent and 4 percent respectively, in line with sector peers including Kering, Prada and Burberry, after the US president announced a 50 percent duty on imports from the European Union.

Trump Tariffs Hit European Luxury, Shares Tank

LVMH and Hermès stock fell about 3 percent and 4 percent respectively, in line with sector peers including Kering, Prada and Burberry, after the US president announced a 50 percent duty on imports from the European Union.


Chanel Pulls Back on Price Hikes as Sales Fall 4%

The French couture and beauty giant is easing off punchy price increases and investing in new markets including India, Mexico and Canada, CEO Leena Nair and CFO Philippe Blondiaux told BoF, as sales slid for the first time since 2020.

Chanel Pulls Back on Price Hikes as Sales Fall 4%

The French couture and beauty giant is easing off punchy price increases and investing in new markets including India, Mexico and Canada, CEO Leena Nair and CFO Philippe Blondiaux told BoF, as sales slid for the first time since 2020.


Burberry’s Reset Begins to Click

The British luxury giant is cutting jobs after full-year profit swung to a loss and quarterly sales fell 6 percent. But shares soared as investors endorsed its latest turnaround attempt under new management.

Burberry’s Reset Begins to Click

The British luxury giant is cutting jobs after full-year profit swung to a loss and quarterly sales fell 6 percent. But shares soared as investors endorsed its latest turnaround attempt under new management.


Burberry Cuts Jobs as Full-Year Profit Swings to Loss

Sales fell 6 percent in the first three months of 2025, suggesting that the brands latest turnaround attempt is gaining some ground with consumers in a tough market for luxury goods.

Burberry Cuts Jobs as Full-Year Profit Swings to Loss

Sales fell 6 percent in the first three months of 2025, suggesting that the brands latest turnaround attempt is gaining some ground with consumers in a tough market for luxury goods.