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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A Hidden Origin Story of the CBD Craze
"The serious back story of how cannabidiol conquered the country."
Collina Strada’s Hillary Taymour on Building and Nurturing Community in a Pandemic
"The New York designer’s face masks are giving back and spreading joy."
The Coronavirus Is Crushing Bankrupt Retailers’ Hopes for a Rebound
"Bankruptcy filings are piling up fast."
Why Reopening Beauty Businesses Probably Won’t Be All That Difficult
"Clients should prepare to pre-pay and expect more time between appointments."
We'll Be Wearing Things on Our Faces for a Long Time
"You can choose between a mask and a face shield, but you can’t choose nothing."
Flower Pickers Can’t Smell the Roses in the French Perfume Capital
"Even so, they are busy harvesting rose petals bound for Dior and Chanel perfume makers."
How Animal Crossing Became Fashion's New Catwalk
"The biggest video game of lockdown has become a new home for fashion lovers."
#BoFLIVE: Naomi Campbell and Derek Blasberg on How to Be Successful on Youtube
Naomi Campbell and Derek Blasberg join Imran Amed in a conversation about what it takes to be successful on the video platform.
#BoFLIVE: Tim's Take With Juergen Teller
Renowned photographer Juergen Teller and Dovile Drizyte, his managing partner, join BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks in a conversation about life under lockdown.
#BoFLIVE: Fashion's Darwinian Shakeout with Scott Galloway
The bestselling author and business professor joins Imran Amed in a discussion about the coronavirus crisis, which will compel companies to evaluate divestment and acquisition opportunities and capture the white spaces that emerge.
#BoFLIVE: How to Get the Most Out of Your Marketing Budget
Prices are falling on marketing channels ranging from billboards to Facebook ads, creating new opportunities for brands looking to get a bigger bang for their advertising buck.
#BoFLIVE: The Future of Wholesale
In a conversation exclusively for BoF Professional members, listen to the CEOs of Ami Paris and Altuzarra discuss the future of the wholesale cycle.
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.