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

Fashion’s Creative Revival Is Finally Here

Michael Rider’s debut at Celine, Glenn Martens’ first Margiela couture show and Jonathan Anderson’s reinvention of his own brand were among the signs in Paris that luxury is ready to open a new creative chapter, writes Imran Amed.

Fashion’s Creative Revival Is Finally Here

Michael Rider’s debut at Celine, Glenn Martens’ first Margiela couture show and Jonathan Anderson’s reinvention of his own brand were among the signs in Paris that luxury is ready to open a new creative chapter, writes Imran Amed.


The BoF Podcast | In Paris, Hellos, Goodbyes and Waiting For Creative Change

Tim Blanks and Imran Amed share their highlights and takeaways as Jonathan Anderson takes Dior into a new era, Demna closes his Balenciaga chapter and luxury brands face a value proposition reckoning.

The BoF Podcast | In Paris, Hellos, Goodbyes and Waiting For Creative Change

Tim Blanks and Imran Amed share their highlights and takeaways as Jonathan Anderson takes Dior into a new era, Demna closes his Balenciaga chapter and luxury brands face a value proposition reckoning.


Hotels’ Luxury Brand Pop-Ups Are Creating the Ultimate Vacation Flex

From Dolce & Gabbana lounge liners to Dior-branded buoys, the symbiotic strategy is tailor-made for social media.

Hotels’ Luxury Brand Pop-Ups Are Creating the Ultimate Vacation Flex

From Dolce & Gabbana lounge liners to Dior-branded buoys, the symbiotic strategy is tailor-made for social media.


A Pop From Colour: Watch Brands Turn to Bold Hues to Boost Sales

From Tiffany blue to Barbie pink, distinctive colours are driving consumer interest in a slowing watch market, helping industry giants like Rolex and startups like Norqain alike court new buyers — especially younger collectors and women.

A Pop From Colour: Watch Brands Turn to Bold Hues to Boost Sales

From Tiffany blue to Barbie pink, distinctive colours are driving consumer interest in a slowing watch market, helping industry giants like Rolex and startups like Norqain alike court new buyers — especially younger collectors and women.


This Week: Paris Couture and Trump’s Tariffs

Both sides of fashion’s value equation will be put to the test in the coming days as couture houses flex their creative muscles and consumer prices hang in the balance pending trade deals between the US and major fashion manufacturing hubs.

This Week: Paris Couture and Trump’s Tariffs

Both sides of fashion’s value equation will be put to the test in the coming days as couture houses flex their creative muscles and consumer prices hang in the balance pending trade deals between the US and major fashion manufacturing hubs.


Anderson Apotheosis: JW Remodels His Own Brand

Days after his debut for Dior, the designer speaks exclusively to Tim Blanks about rebooting the JW Anderson label with a supremely idiosyncratic cabinet of curiosities, from coffee cups to garden tools to diamonds.

Anderson Apotheosis: JW Remodels His Own Brand

Days after his debut for Dior, the designer speaks exclusively to Tim Blanks about rebooting the JW Anderson label with a supremely idiosyncratic cabinet of curiosities, from coffee cups to garden tools to diamonds.


After Prada ‘Sandal Scandal,’ Indian Sellers Tap Nationalist Pride to Boost Sales

Sales are surging for the 'Kolhapuri' sandals that garnered global attention after Prada sparked a controversy by showing a similar design on the runway without crediting its origin.

After Prada ‘Sandal Scandal,’ Indian Sellers Tap Nationalist Pride to Boost Sales

Sales are surging for the 'Kolhapuri' sandals that garnered global attention after Prada sparked a controversy by showing a similar design on the runway without crediting its origin.


Why Blum’s Closure Is Shaking the Art World

Major gallerist Tim Blum’s decision to exit the business will shake the art sector, writes Marc Spiegler.

Why Blum’s Closure Is Shaking the Art World

Major gallerist Tim Blum’s decision to exit the business will shake the art sector, writes Marc Spiegler.


Swiss Watchmakers Battle for Their Future

The sector is facing double-digit sales declines and a crisis of relevance. ‘A watch has become a cultural object of sophistication… but culture has to constantly reinvent, otherwise it can disappear,’ said former Cartier boss Cyrille Vigneron.

Swiss Watchmakers Battle for Their Future

The sector is facing double-digit sales declines and a crisis of relevance. ‘A watch has become a cultural object of sophistication… but culture has to constantly reinvent, otherwise it can disappear,’ said former Cartier boss Cyrille Vigneron.


Laopu Gold: China’s Homegrown Jewellery Success Story

While European and American luxury brand sales have fallen in China, Laopu Gold Co.’s sales have doubled in each of the past two years, underscoring a shift towards homegrown brands.

Laopu Gold: China’s Homegrown Jewellery Success Story

While European and American luxury brand sales have fallen in China, Laopu Gold Co.’s sales have doubled in each of the past two years, underscoring a shift towards homegrown brands.


Valentino Faces Uncertainty as CEO Takes Sick Leave Amid Profit Slowdown

A possible change of CEO would, if confirmed, pile further pressure on the high-end business which reported a decline in revenues and profit last year.

Valentino Faces Uncertainty as CEO Takes Sick Leave Amid Profit Slowdown

A possible change of CEO would, if confirmed, pile further pressure on the high-end business which reported a decline in revenues and profit last year.


The Art Basel Vibe Shift

While sales at this year’s fair were uneven, newer players, platforms and art forms offered cause for optimism in a stagnant sector, writes Marc Spiegler.

The Art Basel Vibe Shift

While sales at this year’s fair were uneven, newer players, platforms and art forms offered cause for optimism in a stagnant sector, writes Marc Spiegler.