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The Business of Fashion

Luxury

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

Giorgio Armani Speaks on Restructuring and Succession Plans

The designer and chief executive speaks exclusively to BoF on cleaning up the Armani Group’s brand portfolio — and what’s next.

Coach Announces Name Change to Tapestry Inc

The company's shares were down 2 percent following the announcement, in which Tapestry will be the holding company that will house its Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman brands.

Marchesa’s Georgina Chapman to Leave Harvey Weinstein

As sexual abuse claims against Weinstein mount, his wife — the co-founder of luxury brand Marchesa — has announced she will leave the disgraced movie mogul.

How to Fix Tiffany

The American jewellery house must project a stronger sense of exclusivity, argues Luca Solca, the head of luxury goods at Exane BNP Paribas.

Making Sense of The Dior Gap

While critics are largely dismissive of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Dior, her work is driving positive sales momentum, reflecting the rise of today’s direct-to-consumer reality.

Decoding Chanel’s Gen-Z Strategy

Perhaps no other brand is as deft as Chanel at extracting juice from ingénue endorsements. But as younger consumers turn away from traditional celebrities in favour of digital influencers, how will fashion’s most powerful luxury house adjust its strategy?

Op-Ed | How a Stronger Euro Could Hurt Luxury Brands

Richemont, Prada SpA and Hermès have all cited a stronger euro as a cause for concern.

What's Next for Virgil Abloh?

The Off-White founder has become one the buzziest designers in fashion who has made no secret of his end goal: to take the creative reins at a European luxury house.

Luxury Back in Vogue as China's Middle Class Women Lead the Way

The country's luxury-goods market is growing steadily again, nearly five years after it was knocked off course by President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive.

Prada Plays Digital Catch-Up in China

Focusing on digital and forging relationships with KOLs like "Mr Bags" will prove crucial to Prada regaining ground in China, a region which accounts for close to a third of all global luxury sales.

BoF Exclusive | Joshua Schulman’s Plans for Coach

The freshly appointed chief executive outlines his three-prong plan to accelerate Coach’s transformation from handbag stalwart to lifestyle player — and spark much-needed sales growth.

Prada and Ferragamo Unfashionably Late to Luxury Industry's Rebound

Both brands have posted double-digit declines in the past six months, lagging behind French rivals LVMH and Kering whose Italian brands Fendi and Gucci are racing ahead.

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