Naomi Campbell Wins Appeal Against Charity Trustee Ban
A London tribunal ruled that the misuse of funds at the charity the supermodel founded had been concealed from her.
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Retailers Brace for the Impact of Coronavirus
"Retailers are going to be impacted significantly over the months ahead."
Asia’s Generation Z Comes of Age
"The youngest generation of Asian consumers is becoming a force."
The Coronavirus Crisis Is What Amazon Was Made For
"No retailer is better situated to serve Americans who want everything delivered."
Should Chinese Idols and KOLs Try to Help Fight Covid-19?
"In their online fight against the virus, many KOLs risk resentment."
Deciem Fuelled the Skincare Boom. Then It Almost Went Bust.
"The inside story of how the beauty company and its controversial founder changed an industry forever."
BoF Is Your Guide During These Tough Times
The public health emergency that has gripped the world is creating untold human suffering and savaging the economy. At BoF, we are rising to the challenge and doubling down on our mission to open, inform and connect the global fashion industry.
The Wing Is a Women’s Utopia. Unless You Work There.
"The social club’s employees have a story to tell about the company that sold the world Instagram-ready feminism."
Completing a Transformation in the Consumer-Goods Industry
"Companies must realign their operating models. Here’s how."
TikTok Told Moderators: Suppress Posts by the ‘Ugly’ and Poor
"The company also has policies censoring various forms of political speech, leaked documents reveal."
Alibaba Uses Lockdown to Promote Its Virtual Avatar Game
"Users can buy virtual clothes and accessories based on real branded items."
A Luxury Smartwatch Won't Last Forever. That's Not the Point.
"Devices have short lifespans — so should you splurge?"
Upheaval at Fashion Institute Over Accusations of Racism
"At the Fashion Institute of Technology, a handful of episodes have raised racial tension."
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Arnault Drops Out of World’s Top 10 Richest as US Tech Dominates
The LVMH chairman’s net worth fell to $143 billion on Thursday, pulling him beneath Warren Buffett, Bloomberg reported.
EssilorLuxottica Starts Buyback to Bolster Stock After Heir Exit
The brand plans to buy back more than €800 million ($932 million) of stock, seeking to bolster investor confidence after a slide in its shares and the exit of an heir of the eyewear maker’s founder from his management roles.
US Consumer Confidence Hits Seven-Month Low on Worse Outlook
Looking ahead, consumers surveyed by the Conference Board expressed negative sentiment towards future job and income prospects.
EssilorLuxottica Founder’s Son Quits Management Roles After Reported Rift With CEO
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is stepping down as chairman of the Ray-Ban brand and as chief strategy officer, the company said, after reports of tensions with CEO Francesco Milleri.
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve key trade disputes.