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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Op-Ed | We Need to Talk About Brexit
This could be the UK’s last London Fashion Week as part of the European Union, with serious consequences for the industry at home and abroad, writes British Fashion Council Chief Executive Caroline Rush.
Forever 21 Plans to Shutter at Least 100 Stores in Bankruptcy
The apparel merchant is working on obtaining a financial package that would provide about $75 million for its restructuring in the court process, said a source.
Hudson's Bay Loss Widens on 'Hyper-Promotional' Retail Environment
Hurt by store closures, deep discounts and declining sales at the retailer's name brand, Hudson's Bay Co reported a wider second-quarter loss.
Power Moves | Depop names CTO, Alaïa Appoints CEO
This week, Depop hires seasoned tech executive Remo Gettini, while Alaïa names its new chief executive amid a number of executive changes at owner Richemont.
Slick Woods Launches a Jewellery Line That Aims to Fund Minority-Owned Businesses
The model and Instagram star partnered with other black creatives to found C1V1L, a direct-to-consumer brand with major ambitions to give back to the culture.
JD.com Makes Investment Head Appointment
Prior to joining the e-commerce company, Jason Hu held senior roles in investment management at PE firms CDH and Cathay Capital.
Jack Ma Ends 20-Year Reign Over Alibaba
After amassing a $41.8 billion fortune, the former English teacher steps down as executive chairman of China’s largest company on his 55th birthday.
Richemont’s Head of Fashion Exits
The group's fashion and accessories unit, which includes brands like Chloé, Montblanc and Dunhill, will now report to Chief Executive Jerome Lambert.
Uniting Industry Leaders at New York Fashion Week
BoF and Nordstrom hosted an intimate dinner to celebrate fashion week, bringing together a series of industry insiders.
Virgil Abloh Announces He's Taking Time Off
The Off-White and Louis Vuitton designer will not attend Paris Fashion Week due to health conditions.
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What to Look Out for at L Brands' Investor Meeting
With company shares down 35 percent this year, investors are poised to demand answers at Tuesday's meeting. Here are some of the issues likely to be on shareholders’ minds.
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.