France Passes Bill to Ban Social Media for Children Under 15
Kids under 15 years old won’t be able to create new accounts from September before a full ban comes into effect in January for existing profiles.
Media
How fashion media is adapting its approach to content, platforms and business models.
Fashion Media Called Out Over Workplace Racism
Black employees are turning to social media to call out their employers for what they see as superficial support of the protest movement.
Fashion Media Called Out Over Workplace Racism
Black employees are turning to social media to call out their employers for what they see as superficial support of the protest movement.
Fashion Magazines Hit as Luxury Ad Spend Dwindles
Global fashion houses are slashing their marketing budgets by 30 to 80 percent to weather the economic fallout of the pandemic.
Fashion Magazines Hit as Luxury Ad Spend Dwindles
Global fashion houses are slashing their marketing budgets by 30 to 80 percent to weather the economic fallout of the pandemic.
When the September Issue Is the Only Issue
The Covid-19 crisis may reconfigure the publishing rhythms of glossy print magazines until there’s little left, writes Amy Odell.
When the September Issue Is the Only Issue
The Covid-19 crisis may reconfigure the publishing rhythms of glossy print magazines until there’s little left, writes Amy Odell.
#BoFLIVE: Stylist Ibrahim Kamara Talks i-D, Art Direction and Masculinity
Catch up on the discussion between the stylist and BoF’s Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks on his aesthetic and inspiring a new generation of creatives.
#BoFLIVE: Stylist Ibrahim Kamara Talks i-D, Art Direction and Masculinity
Catch up on the discussion between the stylist and BoF’s Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks on his aesthetic and inspiring a new generation of creatives.
How to Make a Magazine Under Lockdown
BoF went inside American GQ’s unusual production process over the last six weeks, interviewing the editors and writers who brought the issue and its features to life.
How to Make a Magazine Under Lockdown
BoF went inside American GQ’s unusual production process over the last six weeks, interviewing the editors and writers who brought the issue and its features to life.
Why Brands Are Revisiting Old Advertising Campaigns
Instagram influencers aren’t the only ones posting throwback content. Lockdown measures are prompting brands like Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent and Versace to revisit their archives.
Why Brands Are Revisiting Old Advertising Campaigns
Instagram influencers aren’t the only ones posting throwback content. Lockdown measures are prompting brands like Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent and Versace to revisit their archives.
How to Stage a Digital Live Event
As sponsorship opportunities dry up and red carpets are on hold for the foreseeable future, moving live events online requires more than a direct translation.
How to Stage a Digital Live Event
As sponsorship opportunities dry up and red carpets are on hold for the foreseeable future, moving live events online requires more than a direct translation.
Fashion and Music Find New Ways to Partner in the Pandemic
It may be a while before concerts and red carpets are allowed again, but luxury brands are finding creative ways to engage with the music industry in the meantime.
Fashion and Music Find New Ways to Partner in the Pandemic
It may be a while before concerts and red carpets are allowed again, but luxury brands are finding creative ways to engage with the music industry in the meantime.
The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed on Finding Opportunity in a Crisis
BoF’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief joins educator and activist Sinéad Burke to discuss how BoF is adapting to the Covid-19 crisis in a live event hosted by Istituto Marangoni.
The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed on Finding Opportunity in a Crisis
BoF’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief joins educator and activist Sinéad Burke to discuss how BoF is adapting to the Covid-19 crisis in a live event hosted by Istituto Marangoni.
Will Covid-19 Change Fashion Photography?
In the face of social distancing measures, photographers have embraced new modes of image-making on platforms like Zoom and FaceTime. But the long-term impact of the crisis could go even deeper.
Will Covid-19 Change Fashion Photography?
In the face of social distancing measures, photographers have embraced new modes of image-making on platforms like Zoom and FaceTime. But the long-term impact of the crisis could go even deeper.
The Best-Case, Worst-Case for Fashion Media
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a wrecking ball at legacy fashion publishers and the fallout only is just beginning. Where might things shake out?
The Best-Case, Worst-Case for Fashion Media
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a wrecking ball at legacy fashion publishers and the fallout only is just beginning. Where might things shake out?
The BoF Podcast: Luis Venegas on Print Media in an Age of Uncertainty
In the latest episode of the BoF Podcast, Madrid-based publisher Luis Venegas talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about the fate — and resilience — of print magazines.
The BoF Podcast: Luis Venegas on Print Media in an Age of Uncertainty
In the latest episode of the BoF Podcast, Madrid-based publisher Luis Venegas talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about the fate — and resilience — of print magazines.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
GQ Names Brandon Tan Global Fashion Director
The appointment marks a homecoming for Tan, who previously served as GQ’s fashion editor from 2022 to 2024.
Jody Quon Named Editor-in-Chief of T Magazine
The New York magazine creative director will join the New York Times-operated title.
Vox Media Acquired by Penske Media Corporation
The WWD and BeautyInc publisher has also created a new subsidiary, named PMX, to combine its publishing portfolio, comprising 25 titles.
UAE Sets Minimum Social Media Age at 15, Mandates Age Checks
Social media companies will have up to 12 months to comply with the new regulations.
Lululemon Apologises After Japanese Drum Controversy at China Event
The brand sparked an uproar on Chinese social media after a yoga event on the Great Wall billed as a traditional performance appeared to feature a Japanese drum.
Britain Announces Sweeping Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime minister Keir Starmer outlined measures against platforms including TikTok and Instagram, as well as gaming sites that allow strangers to communicate with children, with implications for fashion’s marketing playbook and the tween influencer economy.
The Face Magazine Plans ‘Return’ Following Sale to C86 Holdings
The heritage British style magazine was sold to a Singapore-based music entrepreneur who also owns the British music magazine NME.