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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How Browns Is Championing Eco-Conscious Fashion in Berlin
"As retail continues to be in a state of flux (the recent closure of Barneys in New York has rung a death knell for those that fail to evolve) it’s
A Costume Designer’s Head-Turning Hollywood Debut
"I think a lot of black designers might be getting the press they deserve, but I don’t think they’re getting the financial backing they deserve. "
DTC Jewellery Brands Move into Piercings to Engage with Gen Z and Millennials
"Obviously this is not an experience that is going to be digitized in the future. You are never digitally getting your ears pierced."
Why Business Leaders Need to Understand Their Algorithms
"Making AI more explainable is not just about reassuring leaders that they can trust algorithmic decisions; it is also about providing recourse for
Why the ‘Amazon of the East’ Isn’t Worried about Big Brands Like Nike Selling Direct to Consumers
"'We don’t need every single brand on our platform,' said Hanzade Doğan Boyner, founder of the Istanbul-based Hepsiburada.”
At Polimoda, Debating the Future of the Fashion System
A panel of experts shared their insights around sustainability, inclusivity and education at Polimoda’s annual global discussion on fashion.
Inside the Student Experience at Thomas Jefferson University
BoF sits down with three current fashion students at the almost 200-year-old American university to hear how the school’s innovative trans-disciplinary approach is preparing them for a career in today’s industry.
Ralph Lauren: The immigrants' son who built a global fashion empire
"The company he founded in 1967 is now one of the world's most identifiable brands, and the work that it took to get there is now the subject of a
Redefining Fashion Education at Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University’s approach to fashion education is fuelled by pioneering combinations of disciplines and skills, made capable by its merger with Philadelphia University in 2017.
Announcing the Latest Speakers for VOICES 2019
Juergen Teller, Carole Cadwalladr and Alok V Menon are the latest names to join an exciting and inspirational group of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK later this month.
Under Armour Is Subject of Federal Accounting Probes
"Under Armour said it is cooperating with the Justice Department and SEC investigations. "
Op-Ed | A Manifesto for Mindful Cross-Cultural Borrowing
The rise of radical inclusivity has turned a nuanced debate on cultural appropriation into a series of trials by social media. There must be a better way, says Suleman Anaya.
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.