Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
The Designer Behind Luxury’s Most Directional Shoes Is Ready for the Spotlight
Nina Christen has created some of fashion’s most influential shoe designs for the likes of Bottega Veneta and Loewe. Now, she’s opening a store in Paris and eyeing US expansion for her own brand, Christen.
Inside Zegna’s Next Chapter
In a wide-ranging interview, Gildo Zegna opens up about succession, the future of ‘Made in Italy,’ his plans for Tom Ford and Thom Browne and how the Zegna brand can keep surfing a choppy luxury market.
Inside Zegna’s Next Chapter
In a wide-ranging interview, Gildo Zegna opens up about succession, the future of ‘Made in Italy,’ his plans for Tom Ford and Thom Browne and how the Zegna brand can keep surfing a choppy luxury market.
How Beat-Up Bags Became a Luxury Status Symbol
Bumps and scratches on a Birkin bag or Cartier watch are no longer repellent for a rising group of fashion consumers — they actually make the item more desirable.
How Beat-Up Bags Became a Luxury Status Symbol
Bumps and scratches on a Birkin bag or Cartier watch are no longer repellent for a rising group of fashion consumers — they actually make the item more desirable.
Dubai Fair Doubles Attendance as Luxury Watchmakers Turn East
Amid a global downturn, the Middle East is emerging as the watch industry’s most promising frontier. But questions over tariffs, inventories and the relevance of blockbuster fairs persist. At Dubai Watch Week, Robin Swithinbank took the temperature, speaking to the CEOs of Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Chopard, LVMH’s Hublot and more.
Dubai Fair Doubles Attendance as Luxury Watchmakers Turn East
Amid a global downturn, the Middle East is emerging as the watch industry’s most promising frontier. But questions over tariffs, inventories and the relevance of blockbuster fairs persist. At Dubai Watch Week, Robin Swithinbank took the temperature, speaking to the CEOs of Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Chopard, LVMH’s Hublot and more.
Zegna Group Names New Leadership as Family Plans Succession
Gianluca Tagliabue has been named CEO of the Italian luxury group, as Gildo Zegna becomes executive chairman. Edoardo and Angelo Zegna will serve as co-CEOs of the company's flagship Zegna brand.
Zegna Group Names New Leadership as Family Plans Succession
Gianluca Tagliabue has been named CEO of the Italian luxury group, as Gildo Zegna becomes executive chairman. Edoardo and Angelo Zegna will serve as co-CEOs of the company's flagship Zegna brand.
Have Luxury Watches Become Too Expensive?
Marc Hayek, Blancpain’s CEO and a member of the family that controls Swatch Group, warns aggressive price hikes at Omega, Longines and more are undermining performance even as his own brand seeks to get back in the conversation with a $2 million dollar watch.
Have Luxury Watches Become Too Expensive?
Marc Hayek, Blancpain’s CEO and a member of the family that controls Swatch Group, warns aggressive price hikes at Omega, Longines and more are undermining performance even as his own brand seeks to get back in the conversation with a $2 million dollar watch.
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.
The BoF Podcast | Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra on Fixing the Luxury Business Model
The seasoned luxury executive joins Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2025 to discuss pricing strategies and the importance of creative tension and cultural relevance.
The BoF Podcast | Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra on Fixing the Luxury Business Model
The seasoned luxury executive joins Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2025 to discuss pricing strategies and the importance of creative tension and cultural relevance.
Luxury Set for 2026 Revival but Shoppers ‘Betrayed’ by Pricing, Bain Says
The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3 percent to 5 percent more next year after stagnating in 2025.
Luxury Set for 2026 Revival but Shoppers ‘Betrayed’ by Pricing, Bain Says
The global luxury goods industry is likely to sell 3 percent to 5 percent more next year after stagnating in 2025.
Inside Luxury Retailers’ Bare-Knuckle Fight to Win the Holidays
With market leader Saks struggling and Ssense in bankruptcy, competitors from Bloomingdale’s to Mytheresa to FWRD see a rare opportunity to grab market share. They are openly courting top customers, vendors and even the employees of their struggling competitors.
Inside Luxury Retailers’ Bare-Knuckle Fight to Win the Holidays
With market leader Saks struggling and Ssense in bankruptcy, competitors from Bloomingdale’s to Mytheresa to FWRD see a rare opportunity to grab market share. They are openly courting top customers, vendors and even the employees of their struggling competitors.
Rolex Rejects Retail Push Amid Industry Upheaval
In a rare public appearance, CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour reaffirmed the brand’s wholesale model and urged unity as Swiss watchmakers battle a market downturn.
Rolex Rejects Retail Push Amid Industry Upheaval
In a rare public appearance, CEO Jean-Frédéric Dufour reaffirmed the brand’s wholesale model and urged unity as Swiss watchmakers battle a market downturn.
What Happens for Luxury if AI Goes Bust?
Investors are worried about the scale and concentration of US’ AI investment ahead of Nvidia’s earnings Wednesday night. A correction would have big consequences for high-end brands. Plus: Kering’s leaked strategy memo, Azzedine Alaïa’s Dior archive, highlights from BoF VOICES.
What Happens for Luxury if AI Goes Bust?
Investors are worried about the scale and concentration of US’ AI investment ahead of Nvidia’s earnings Wednesday night. A correction would have big consequences for high-end brands. Plus: Kering’s leaked strategy memo, Azzedine Alaïa’s Dior archive, highlights from BoF VOICES.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
Dior and A24 Announce Two-Year Collaboration
The partnership, which will kick off at the A24-owned, New York-based Cherry Lane Theatre, will comprise live events for film and theatre featuring established and emerging creative talent.
Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ Comes to Auction at Sotheby’s
The black silk evening dress by Greek designer Christina Stambolian could fetch close to $300,000.
Jonathan Cohen Joins J. Mendel as Resident Designer
The New York-based designer is tasked with reviving the 156-year-old luxury fashion house, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2018.
Signet Lifts View as Cautious Consumers Splurge on Jewellery
The Jared, Kay and Zales owner raised its outlook for the second time this year as demand for jewellery remains resilient even as shoppers pull back on spending elsewhere.
European Luxury Stocks Face a Tough Second Half, HSBC Says
HSBC analysts downgraded LVMH and Burberry to hold as they said the second half of the year looks harder for soft luxury to navigate.