Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
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The Pandemic Is Yet Another Hurdle for Resilient Millennials and Gen-Z
"While hard hit by the pandemic, they view this period as an opportunity to take some action."
#BoFLIVE: How Farfetch Is Navigating the Coronavirus Crisis
The founder and chief executive of Farfetch, a curated online marketplace and one of fashion's only 'unicorns,' shares the state of his business amid the pandemic.
#BoFLIVE: Giles Deacon on Stepping Out of the Traditional Fashion System
The English designer, known for challenging womenswear ideals and his frequent pop culture references, speaks to Imran Amed about his plans for the business.
#BoFLIVE: The State of Retail from China to the US
From China to Europe to the US, stores are up and running — and facing all sorts of new challenges. BoF correspondents covering each region offer real-time insights on what's next.
As Facebook Boycott Calls Increase, DTC Brands Get Stuck in the Middle
"Many DTCs find themselves in the uncomfortable position of agreeing but feel unable to make such a move themselves."
Building Resilient Supply Chains Won’t Be Easy
"It’s time to look past simplistic solutions."
The Future of Customer Experience
"The next horizon of customer service will be built on individual customer profiles."
Fashion Graduates Have a Unique Opportunity to Make Retail Sustainable
"Covid-19 is changing what we want from fashion and new graduates have the skills to make it happen."
The Future of Youth Culture
"This report looks at the forces guiding youth culture today."
Online Resale Appears to Be Pandemic-Proof
"The Covid-19 crisis has accelerated the consumer shift towards secondhand e-commerce."
Retailers Face a Data Deficit in the Wake of the Pandemic
"How do you stay relevant to consumers when you don’t know what they want?"
How the Retail Trading Boom Is Shaking Up the US Stock Market
"The surge in retail trading is attracting controversy."
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.