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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Boohoo Profit Jumps as Younger Shoppers Fuel Sales
The online fast-fashion retailer, which has seen strong performance in France and the US, surprised analysts with multi-brand sales growth in the challenging UK market.
How the Puffy Vest Became a Symbol of Power
The puffer vest has frequently been spotted as the fashion item of choice for the one percent, from HBO's 'Succession' to Jeff Bezos's wardrobe, and brands like Moncler and Cucinelli are reaping the benefits.
Nike Profit and Revenue Beat Estimates As Direct Selling Gains Momentum
Nike said new products and advancements in e-commerce helped lift sales.
Vox Media Acquires New York Magazine
"Neither company would disclose the value of the deal."
Gucci Tax Scandal Spreads as Italy Investigates Executive Pay
Italian fiscal authorities are probing more than a dozen of Gucci’s current and former executives over an alleged tax-avoidance scheme.
An Education Through First-Hand Experience at NYU Stern
BoF meets students and alumni from the first fashion and luxury MBA at a US business school.
Louis Vuitton Partners With Riot Games for E-Sports Tournament
As well as designing a carrying case for the League of Legends World Championship trophy, the luxury house will create in-game looks — known as "skins" — to be unveiled during the competition.
Will Gucci’s Aesthetic Shift Secure Future Success?
In the face of slowing growth, Alessandro Michele presented a cleaner Gucci in Milan yesterday. But the chaotic and wide-ranging collections of seasons past made business sense at a time when culture and trends are more fragmented and fast-moving than ever before. Read our latest in-depth Case Study to find out why.
Dapper Dan, Adut Akech, Pierpaolo Piccioli and Chika Are Our #BoF500 Cover Stars
For the seventh annual BoF 500, we spotlight the change agents who are helping to create a more inclusive fashion industry.
Carlyle Weighs Sale of Shoe Brand Golden Goose
The private equity firm acquired Golden Goose in 2017 in a deal that reportedly valued the business at about €400 million.
What Beauty Can Learn From Streetwear
Beauty brands are borrowing from street culture, including limited edition products and in-store experiences designed to attract lines down the block. But can there ever be a true 'streetwear beauty brand?'
Nike Cuts Ties With NFL Star Antonio Brown
Brown has denied allegations by his former personal trainer of rape and sexual assault.
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.