Diotima’s Rachel Scott, Ralph Lauren Take Home Top Prizes at CFDA Awards
Colleen Allen won the emerging designer of the year award; Tory Burch, Linda Fargo and more take home honours.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
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.
How Adidas Converted the Cool Kids
With a strategy rooted in speed, cities and open source, the German sportswear giant has won cultural cred, surpassing arch-rival Nike in the eyes of the young consumers who drive the sneaker market.
Louis Vuitton and Hermès Lead Interbrand Ranking, as Ralph Lauren Drops Off
BoF can exclusively reveal Interbrand’s Best Global Brands 2017. Among luxury players, Louis Vuitton held its top position, while Hermès and Gucci climbed, Burberry and Prada slipped, and Ralph Lauren dropped off the list entirely.
Alexandre Arnault, LVMH’s Digital Scion
How the 25-year-old third child of the mastermind behind the $130 billion luxury goods empire joined the family business, became co-CEO of Rimowa and emerged as LVMH’s secret digital weapon.
Prada Needs More Than a Tune-Up
The Italian brand remains one of the most remarkable soft luxury labels in the world, but under the hood the business needs repair, argues Luca Solca.
LVMH Ramps Up Investment in Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Following in the footsteps of rival group Kering, the luxury conglomerate said it will increase investment in improving its environmental credentials as shoppers are increasingly drawn to ethical brands.
Les Petites Mains
Offering a rare glimpse into the human stories behind Haute Couture, BoF takes its readers into the Christian Dior atelier during the final, high-intensity 24 hours before the show, witnessing the tribulation and elation of fashion’s unsung heroes: Les Petites Mains.
Can Burberry Get Back on Track?
In recent years, Burberry has struggled to maintain its growth trajectory. Now, the company is betting on newly installed chief executive Marco Gobbetti and Christopher Bailey’s renewed focus on his design duties to reignite Britain’s biggest luxury fashion house.
Kwaidan Editions’ Violent Push-and-Pull
This month, our Spotlight shines on a design duo who bring experience from Céline, Balenciaga and Rick Owens to their new luxury womenswear label.
Saint Laurent Co-Founder Pierre Bergé Dies at 86
The life and business partner of Yves Saint Laurent and celebrated art patron has died following a long illness.
Faith Connexion Targets Millennials with DIY Concept Store
The New York concept store will house local seamstresses and street artists, who will be on hand to personalise shoppers' garments.
Making Sense of Chanel's Secret Filings
For the past two years Chanel has quietly reported revenue declines as well as double-digit drops in profitability. What does it mean for the future of the world’s most famous fashion brand?
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Style Capital Acquires Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s N21
Financial details of the deal for the Milan-based brand weren’t disclosed.
Zegna to Take Summer Fashion Show to Beijing
The Italian label has continued to enjoy solid growth in China, defying a wider downturn in demand for European luxury. The June 11 presentation of its summer collection will be the latest in a series of travelling shows.
Audemars Piguet to Certify Its Pre-Owned Watches Following Rolex
Whereas Rolex is both a buyer and seller of its second-hand watches through official retail partners, Audemars is setting up a marketplace where sellers set prices.
Kering Drops 12% as Luxury Braces for Tough Winter
The recovery long promised by luxury brands seems nowhere in sight, as the expansion of war in the Middle East, along with China’s tax crackdown on the wealthy, piled further pressure on the world’s biggest luxury conglomerates in the third quarter, and executives buckled in for a tough winter.
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.
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.