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Luxury

How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.

LVMH Results Prompt Yet Another Rally in Luxury

For the second time this year, LVMH’s results led to a recovery in luxury share prices, while Beauty featured prominently in this month’s deal activity.


Which Designers Dressed the Most Stars at the Met Gala?

Gucci dominated the Met Gala's pink carpet, generating more buzz on social media than any other brand. But a single look (or in Lady Gaga's case, four looks) was enough to draw attention to some smaller designers.


The Future of Chanel

The world’s most popular luxury megabrand is not for sale, according to its secretive owners. But what if it was? BoF does the analysis.


Hugo Boss Earnings Disappoint With Challenging US Market

The company's shares, which have risen 14 percent so far this year, were indicated to open 2.5 pct lower in early trading.


Luxury's New World Order

The global luxury market is being reshaped by the maturation of Chinese consumers and digital disruption, increasing the polarisation between successful fast-growing brands and everyone else, argues Luca Solca.


Anya Hindmarch to Take Back Reins of Her Business

Following the sale of her company to the Marandi family, the entrepreneur is taking back the head business role after stepping down in 2011.


Stefano Pilati’s Next Move

From his new base in Berlin, the former Yves Saint Laurent designer is breaking away from the traditional luxury model and building a fledgling fashion venture rooted in accessible pricing, digital sales and customer feedback. Can it scale?


Gabriela Hearst: A New Kind of Old Luxury

At a time when the idea of ‘American luxury’ can feel like an oxymoron, the Uruguayan-American entrepreneur has attracted backing from French luxury group LVMH for her honest vision, marrying beautifully crafted collections with sustainable business practices.


Move Over Fashion Nova: How a Niche Designer Brand Won Coachella

Tiny New York label Area was everywhere on social media at this year’s Coachella, alongside much bigger brands like Revolve. Here’s how they did it - without paying a cent.


Report: Kering Close to Settling Italian Tax Case for €1.3-1.4 Billion

This would be the biggest tax settlement ever agreed by a company with the Italian tax authorities.


Hermès Sales Growth Shows Chinese Luxury Demand Remains Healthy

The results from the French luxury brand are a further sign that the key Chinese market is still going strong.


Loewe Bets on Ready-to-Wear with New London Store

The LVMH-owned Spanish heritage house is opening a new London flagship to make room for growth under Jonathan Anderson.