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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Snowboarding Visionary Jake Burton Carpenter Dies at 65
"Indeed, it is virtually impossible to avoid the name 'Burton' once the snow starts falling at any given mountain around the world these days."
Welcome to the Button Wars
"How exactly consumers pay in the online checkout line will increasingly be a hot-button topic for investors."
How Hood By Air Changed Fashion in the 2010s
"The generation [Shayne] Oliver spoke of 12 years ago became the designers private equity firms want to invest in, luxury brands want to partner
The Complexities of Pricing Responsibly Made Clothing
"We're charging enough that we can actually pay everyone in the supply chain a fair living wage — not a minimum wage, but a living wage"
Why Men Hurt People
Through his organisation Evryman, Dan Doty urges men to slow down and be more vulnerable.
Lina Khalifeh Is Empowering Women Through Self-Defence
Commended by Barack Obama as a “leader of social change,” the founder of SheFighter got the audience on their feet for an impromptu self-defence class on stage at BoF VOICES.
At Thomas Jefferson University, Preparing Students for the Future of Fashion
Working with the likes of NASA and adopting an innovative approach to trans-disciplinary collaboration, BoF meets the faculty members of Thomas Jefferson University seeking to train students for the future of fashion.
Trisha Shetty: Human Rights, Human Wrongs
Showing up, speaking up, and continuing to stand in solidarity with those facing human rights violations is critical, the Indian social activist and lawyer urged on the BoF VOICES stage.
BoF VOICES Day 1: Fashion Confronts a Challenging Future
The industry is grappling with an uncertain outlook amid projections for slowing growth and mounting socio-political unrest, but new technology and business models offer hope for innovative solutions.
‘Soul of Snowboarding’ Jake Burton Dies at 65
With his namesake apparel and accessories brand Burton, the entrepreneur turned snowboarding from a winter sport into a lifestyle.
On the Hunt in Tokyo for ‘Authentic’ Denim
"Over the next decades, Japan went from embracing the bluejeans style to perfecting it."
The Amazon-ification of Retail Has Triggered a Rapid Shift in Industry Hiring
"Increasingly, working in retail means working with technology."
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.