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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Modelling Agency With Ties to Epstein Names Macy’s, Nordstrom as Clients
As sex trafficking allegations swirl, MC2 Model Management and its president Jean-Luc Brunel are in the spotlight for his well-documented relationship with Epstein dating back to 2002.
Zalando to Deliver Orders for Adidas French Website
The e-commerce platform has rolled out a new delivery service in a bid to tackle competition by its growing rival Amazon's delivery service.
Great Bowery Acquires Coveteur
The network of agencies founded by Matthew Moneypenny, who exited two years ago, is acquiring the fashion and lifestyle digital media company to better compete in the evolving talent representation business.
Condé Nast’s Head of Finance and Human Resources To Exit in Leadership Restructure
David Geithner and JoAnn Murray will leave their positions by the end of the year.
Retailers Look to Put a Bad Week Behind Them
This week, everyone will be talking about financial results from Gap Inc., Nordstrom and other major retailers, the latest twists at L Brands and the booming clothing rental market. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet
How a Single Pair of Sneakers Explains the Booming Billion-Dollar Sneaker Resale Industry
"Stadium Goods is now one of four companies making a concerted play for king in an exploding secondary sneaker market."
Jeffrey Epstein Taught a Retail Legend a Hard Lesson: Be Careful Who You Trust
"If trust helped make Mr. Wexner a retailing legend, though, it is tormenting him now. "
Photographer Leslie Zhang Is Rejecting European Ideals in Fashion Photography
"At moments poetic, other times more absurd, there’s vast precision and detail to all of Leslie’s work."
Bosses Force Female Workers Making Jeans for Levis and Wrangler Into Sex
"The investigation also found that management failed to take disciplinary action against offenders and that workers’ right to unionise was
Mongolia's Cashmere Trade Tries to Break Into the 21st Century
" The saga was a triumph for the brokers, who control 80 percent of the market despite government attempts to squeeze them out in favour of a
The BoF Podcast: Craig Green Talks Creative Evolution
Speaking with Tim Blanks, the designer reflects on his journey from a love of 'making things' to becoming a fixture of London's menswear scene.
Alibaba to Buy Kaola Unit From Netease for $2 Billion
The e-commerce conglomerate will invest $2 million into the largest Chinese shopping site for imported goods.
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.