Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
Did Fashion Learn Anything from Covid?
Many in the industry vowed early in the pandemic to slow down, reduce waste and implement change. Somehow, we wound up right back where we started, writes Imran Amed.
Did Fashion Learn Anything from Covid?
Many in the industry vowed early in the pandemic to slow down, reduce waste and implement change. Somehow, we wound up right back where we started, writes Imran Amed.
Richard Mille and Ferrari Bucked Luxury’s Slowdown. Now They’re Releasing a $1.5 Million Watch
Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille is renewing its deal with Ferrari and its F1 team. Limited quantities and savvy marketing plays have helped the brand build a $1.7 billion business—and steer clear of a downturn plaguing the luxury watch sector.
Richard Mille and Ferrari Bucked Luxury’s Slowdown. Now They’re Releasing a $1.5 Million Watch
Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille is renewing its deal with Ferrari and its F1 team. Limited quantities and savvy marketing plays have helped the brand build a $1.7 billion business—and steer clear of a downturn plaguing the luxury watch sector.
Vanguart: How an Eight-Year-Old Startup Sells $200,000 Watches
Scarcity, innovation and the right investors have allowed Vanguart, Biver and more build top-end watchmaking businesses from scratch.
Vanguart: How an Eight-Year-Old Startup Sells $200,000 Watches
Scarcity, innovation and the right investors have allowed Vanguart, Biver and more build top-end watchmaking businesses from scratch.
In a Market of Copycats, Handbag Innovators Stand Out
From Alaïa’s Teckel to Lemaire’s Croissant and Prada’s Buckle bag, signature bag shapes can power growth and crystallise brand identity for luxury houses.
In a Market of Copycats, Handbag Innovators Stand Out
From Alaïa’s Teckel to Lemaire’s Croissant and Prada’s Buckle bag, signature bag shapes can power growth and crystallise brand identity for luxury houses.
The Revenge of Abstraction on Fashion’s Catwalks
Experimental silhouettes are making a comeback as young labels like Duran Lantink, Vautrait and Marie Adam-Leenaerdt reject the industry’s recent focus on commercial, heritage-inflected design.
The Revenge of Abstraction on Fashion’s Catwalks
Experimental silhouettes are making a comeback as young labels like Duran Lantink, Vautrait and Marie Adam-Leenaerdt reject the industry’s recent focus on commercial, heritage-inflected design.
Dolce & Gabbana Looks to Beauty to Safeguard Independence
The company is targeting €1 billion in annual beauty sales by the end of its 2027 financial year, following a shift from licensing to direct management of the production and distribution of its fragrances, makeup and skincare, said CEO Alfonso Dolce.
Dolce & Gabbana Looks to Beauty to Safeguard Independence
The company is targeting €1 billion in annual beauty sales by the end of its 2027 financial year, following a shift from licensing to direct management of the production and distribution of its fragrances, makeup and skincare, said CEO Alfonso Dolce.
How Agents Are Reshaping the Art World
The sector is adopting a model that’s common in other talent-driven industries as more established artists expand into everything from fashion collaborations to films. Plus, James Bond under Amazon and the ‘auto-destruction of architecture.’
How Agents Are Reshaping the Art World
The sector is adopting a model that’s common in other talent-driven industries as more established artists expand into everything from fashion collaborations to films. Plus, James Bond under Amazon and the ‘auto-destruction of architecture.’
How Luggage Brand Monos Is Capturing Consumer Attention and Trust
As premium luggage brand Monos looks to expand its retail footprint in the US while cementing itself as a key player in the luggage space with a campaign featuring Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, BoF sits down with Monos co-founder and CEO Victor Tam to learn how the brand is communicating value to its customers.
How Luggage Brand Monos Is Capturing Consumer Attention and Trust
As premium luggage brand Monos looks to expand its retail footprint in the US while cementing itself as a key player in the luggage space with a campaign featuring Academy Award winner Adrien Brody, BoF sits down with Monos co-founder and CEO Victor Tam to learn how the brand is communicating value to its customers.
Op-Ed | Can Ralph Lauren and Coach Reboot American Luxury?
As European luxury giants’ dramatic price hikes have turned off many consumers, American players are reaping the benefits.
Op-Ed | Can Ralph Lauren and Coach Reboot American Luxury?
As European luxury giants’ dramatic price hikes have turned off many consumers, American players are reaping the benefits.
A Restless, Radical Mind: How Jonathan Anderson Transfigured Loewe
Anderson is exiting the LVMH owned house, ending a decade-plus tenure that enhanced the role of the designer, fusing creation and curation into one thought-provoking, aesthetically challenging, entrepreneurial package, writes Tim Blanks.
A Restless, Radical Mind: How Jonathan Anderson Transfigured Loewe
Anderson is exiting the LVMH owned house, ending a decade-plus tenure that enhanced the role of the designer, fusing creation and curation into one thought-provoking, aesthetically challenging, entrepreneurial package, writes Tim Blanks.
Jonathan Anderson at Loewe: The Ultimate Designer-Curator
Over a transformational 11-year tenure, Anderson’s crafty, curatorial vision turned the Spanish label into a powerful ‘cultural brand’ without it looking forced, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
Jonathan Anderson at Loewe: The Ultimate Designer-Curator
Over a transformational 11-year tenure, Anderson’s crafty, curatorial vision turned the Spanish label into a powerful ‘cultural brand’ without it looking forced, writes Angelo Flaccavento.
At Watches of Switzerland, Rolex Demand Is Fuelling Retail Expansion
As the watch industry braces for US tariffs, Watches of Switzerland is opening one of Europe’s largest Rolex boutiques in London in a bet that demand will remain resilient.
At Watches of Switzerland, Rolex Demand Is Fuelling Retail Expansion
As the watch industry braces for US tariffs, Watches of Switzerland is opening one of Europe’s largest Rolex boutiques in London in a bet that demand will remain resilient.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.
Report: Armani Stake Sale Could Be Delayed Beyond March 2027 Deadline
Citing company sources, Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera said market conditions for the luxury industry were still challenging and negotiating a deal could require time.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Ferragamo Returns to Profit as Relaunch Strategy Advances
The Italian luxury brand swung to a net profit for the first half after growing sales in the second quarter, with turnaround efforts particularly evident in its directly owned shops.
The Met’s Next Fashion Blockbuster Will Spotlight Galliano
The fashion icon, as famous for his singular talent as a scandal that cost him one of the industry’s top jobs, will become one of only three living designers to get a major solo exhibition at the museum.
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.