Hermès Sales Miss Estimates as Chinese Shoppers Curb Spending
The French leather goods powerhouse reported no sales growth in Asia-Pacific excluding Japan, its biggest market, last quarter.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
How Big Can LVMH Get?
This week’s blockbuster acquisition of Tiffany strengthens the French conglomerate’s position as luxury’s biggest player, putting rivals Kering and Richemont on notice.
Dubai's Damac Closes Roberto Cavalli Deal
Property tycoon Hussain Sajwani bought the Italian fashion group through his private investment company.
PVH Corp Raises Profit Forecast On Strong Earnings
The Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger owner's total sales reached $2.59 billion during the third quarter.
What's Next for Victoria Beckham?
Chairman Ralph Toledano spoke exclusively to BoF about the label’s plans to reverse years of losses and achieve breakeven following filings that revealed a 16 percent sales decline in 2018.
Thom Browne Wants to Be an Artist
The New York-based designer will unveil a 21-foot-high fabric sculpture of a palm tree as his first serious venture into the world of fine art.
LVMH Buys Tiffany in $16 Billion Deal
The French luxury conglomerate is betting that it can restore shine to the faded American jeweller and boost its watches and jewellery division.
LVMH Reportedly Close to Buying Tiffany for $16.7 Billion
The world's largest luxury conglomerate and the American jeweller could reach an agreement as soon as Sunday evening and announce the deal on Monday.
Report: Louis Vuitton Slashes Staff Discounts After French Tax Scrutiny
The brand has capped internal discounting after authorities deemed it a taxable benefit.
Matthew Williams: Don't Call Me a Streetwear Designer
At BoF VOICES, Matthew Williams of 1017 ALYX 9SM tells Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks why he’s more interested in ‘modern craft’ than streetwear.
Drive Season 2, Episode 4: Noah Founder Brendon Babenzien on ‘Taking Greed Out of the Equation’
Brendon Babenzien’s menswear brand Noah focuses on values and collaboration instead of profit margins and competition.
Report: LVMH Gets Access to Tiffany's Books After Raising Offer
Tiffany shares jumped 3.6 percent to $127 in after-hours trading in New York on the news.
The Battle for Collectable and Rare Fashion Heats Up
Museum-worthy couture is now being chased by everyone from private collectors to secondhand retailers, and prices are ballooning.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Moncler Reports Flat Q3 Revenue on Weak Tourist Spending in Europe
Performance was weighed down by the core Moncler brand, known for its puffer jackets, which posted a 1 percent decline in revenue during the quarter.
Kartik Research Named Guest Designer for Pitti Uomo in January
The Indian brand will hold a special event at the Florence show.
Zane Li Wins 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund
The Lii designer took home the top award after winning the Karl Lagerfeld prize at the LVMH Prize earlier this year.
Swiss Watch Exports Rise for Fifth Month on US, Europe Demand
Total shipments rose 2.7 percent to $23.6 billion in the first nine months of the year, the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry said Tuesday.
EssilorLuxottica Sales Lifted by Traditional Frames, Lenses
Revenue rose 7.2 percent, beating analysts' estimates.
Milan Luxury Shops Close for Fear of New Unrest as Government Prepares to Deploy Troops
Most stores in the Via Montenapoleone luxury shopping district, home to brands including Chanel, Tiffany and Dior, removed merchandise from their windows as a precaution.
Mulberry Posts 18% Rise in First-Half Sales, Sending Shares Up
Resilient demand for heritage bags and a higher share of full-price sales boosted the British luxury handbag maker, sending shares nearly 4 percent higher in early trading.