Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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Camper Acquires a Majority Stake in Ancient Greek Sandals
In its first major acquisition, the family-owned Spanish footwear brand Camper has purchased a 60 percent stake in the Grecian sandal maker.
Camper Acquires a Majority Stake in Ancient Greek Sandals
In its first major acquisition, the family-owned Spanish footwear brand Camper has purchased a 60 percent stake in the Grecian sandal maker.
Retail
The ‘Nap Dress’ Propelled Hill House to $110 Million. What’s Next?
Six years after going viral during the pandemic, the New York-based brand is generating profitable double-digit sales growth, rolling out a series of collaborations — the latest with Williams-Sonoma — and expanding its retail footprint.
The ‘Nap Dress’ Propelled Hill House to $110 Million. What’s Next?
Six years after going viral during the pandemic, the New York-based brand is generating profitable double-digit sales growth, rolling out a series of collaborations — the latest with Williams-Sonoma — and expanding its retail footprint.
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In Stockholm, Exploring New Frontiers in E-Commerce
Executives from H&M, Arket and Fjällräven, among others, joined BoF Insights and Amazon Fashion and Sports in Stockholm for a presentation exploring the next phase of fashion e-commerce — and how brands can contend.
In Stockholm, Exploring New Frontiers in E-Commerce
Executives from H&M, Arket and Fjällräven, among others, joined BoF Insights and Amazon Fashion and Sports in Stockholm for a presentation exploring the next phase of fashion e-commerce — and how brands can contend.
Retail
The Shein Challenger That’s Winning Over Gen Z
E-tailer Cider is generating mid-nine figures in annual sales without attracting the same sort of public ire as competitors. Next up? Translating online success to brick and mortar.
The Shein Challenger That’s Winning Over Gen Z
E-tailer Cider is generating mid-nine figures in annual sales without attracting the same sort of public ire as competitors. Next up? Translating online success to brick and mortar.
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Retail
The TikTok-Savvy Activewear Brands Stealing Market Share
A crop of small but emerging brands is capitalising on demand for novelty in the category, using TikTok-savvy marketing and a lifestyle-driven position to chip away at the dominance of established players like Lululemon.
The TikTok-Savvy Activewear Brands Stealing Market Share
A crop of small but emerging brands is capitalising on demand for novelty in the category, using TikTok-savvy marketing and a lifestyle-driven position to chip away at the dominance of established players like Lululemon.
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Inside BoF and Shopify’s Knowledge Breakfast on the Future of AI Commerce
BoF and Shopify convened commerce and marketing leaders from Coach, Revolve, Jennifer Fisher, Giorgio Armani, Estée Lauder, Lacoste, COS, FullBeauty Brands and more in New York City to discuss how AI is rewriting the rules of product discovery and online shopping.
Inside BoF and Shopify’s Knowledge Breakfast on the Future of AI Commerce
BoF and Shopify convened commerce and marketing leaders from Coach, Revolve, Jennifer Fisher, Giorgio Armani, Estée Lauder, Lacoste, COS, FullBeauty Brands and more in New York City to discuss how AI is rewriting the rules of product discovery and online shopping.
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How ESW Is Shaping the Future of Cross-Border Commerce in Fashion
As brands face mounting complexity in international e-commerce, a system that supports global business operations is an increasingly valuable advantage. BoF sits down with Eric Eichmann, chief executive of global e-commerce platform ESW, to discuss what brands need to scale efficiently.
How ESW Is Shaping the Future of Cross-Border Commerce in Fashion
As brands face mounting complexity in international e-commerce, a system that supports global business operations is an increasingly valuable advantage. BoF sits down with Eric Eichmann, chief executive of global e-commerce platform ESW, to discuss what brands need to scale efficiently.
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Forging an Edge in Fashion and Sports E-Commerce
Last week, BoF and Amazon Fashion and Sports gathered industry leaders for a panel event to unpack how brands can drive attention and conversion on- and off-screen through a compelling digital experience. Now, BoF shares insights from the discussion.
Forging an Edge in Fashion and Sports E-Commerce
Last week, BoF and Amazon Fashion and Sports gathered industry leaders for a panel event to unpack how brands can drive attention and conversion on- and off-screen through a compelling digital experience. Now, BoF shares insights from the discussion.
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Inside Amazon Beauty’s Bid to Become a Discovery-Led Destination
As competition intensifies across the beauty category, Amazon Beauty is leveraging AI, entertainment, premiumisation and frictionless checkout to help brands turn browsing into purchase.
Inside Amazon Beauty’s Bid to Become a Discovery-Led Destination
As competition intensifies across the beauty category, Amazon Beauty is leveraging AI, entertainment, premiumisation and frictionless checkout to help brands turn browsing into purchase.
Retail
Is Quince Really Worth $10 Billion?
From $50 cashmere to Dom Pérignon champagne, the everything store for the aspirationally bougie is outrunning the ghosts of DTC past.
Is Quince Really Worth $10 Billion?
From $50 cashmere to Dom Pérignon champagne, the everything store for the aspirationally bougie is outrunning the ghosts of DTC past.
Retail
US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs
The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’
US Businesses Clamour for Refunds After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs
The US National Retail Federation, which represents a number of US retailers, from Walmart to small brands and manufacturers, called for a ‘seamless process to refund the tariffs to US importers.’
Retail
Drake’s Leaves Its British Preppiness Intact Under New Owner
The 49-year-old menswear brand, known for its exacting preppy aesthetic and English craftsmanship, is now majority-owned by a Danish billionaire. Co-owner and creative director, Michael Hill told BoF that radical change isn’t set to follow.
Drake’s Leaves Its British Preppiness Intact Under New Owner
The 49-year-old menswear brand, known for its exacting preppy aesthetic and English craftsmanship, is now majority-owned by a Danish billionaire. Co-owner and creative director, Michael Hill told BoF that radical change isn’t set to follow.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.