CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
Videos
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Luxury
Matthew Williams: Don't Call Me a Streetwear Designer
At BoF VOICES, Matthew Williams of 1017 ALYX 9SM tells Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks why he’s more interested in ‘modern craft’ than streetwear.
Matthew Williams: Don't Call Me a Streetwear Designer
At BoF VOICES, Matthew Williams of 1017 ALYX 9SM tells Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks why he’s more interested in ‘modern craft’ than streetwear.
News & Analysis
Trisha Shetty: Human Rights, Human Wrongs
Showing up, speaking up, and continuing to stand in solidarity with those facing human rights violations is critical, the Indian social activist and lawyer urged on the BoF VOICES stage.
Trisha Shetty: Human Rights, Human Wrongs
Showing up, speaking up, and continuing to stand in solidarity with those facing human rights violations is critical, the Indian social activist and lawyer urged on the BoF VOICES stage.
China
Getting to Grips with China’s Streetwear Market
The founder of Chinese media, e-commerce and event platform Yoho! breaks down China’s fast-changing youth culture.
Getting to Grips with China’s Streetwear Market
The founder of Chinese media, e-commerce and event platform Yoho! breaks down China’s fast-changing youth culture.
Sustainability
Bulb’s Renewable Energy Revolution
Hayden Wood’s fast-growing start-up uses technology to help consumers lower their bills and be more energy efficient.
Bulb’s Renewable Energy Revolution
Hayden Wood’s fast-growing start-up uses technology to help consumers lower their bills and be more energy efficient.
Sustainability
Bolt Threads' Leather Alternative Is Now Globally Scalable
How can companies incite widespread environmental? change? Build a quality, scalable product, argues Bolt Threads Founder Dan Widmaier on stage at BoF VOICES.
Bolt Threads' Leather Alternative Is Now Globally Scalable
How can companies incite widespread environmental? change? Build a quality, scalable product, argues Bolt Threads Founder Dan Widmaier on stage at BoF VOICES.
Sustainability
Women Are at the Forefront of the Fashion Revolution
Veteran fashion journalist Dana Thomas took to the BoF VOICES stage to spotlight female leaders fighting against the climate crisis and lack of labour rights.
Women Are at the Forefront of the Fashion Revolution
Veteran fashion journalist Dana Thomas took to the BoF VOICES stage to spotlight female leaders fighting against the climate crisis and lack of labour rights.
Technology
Dude, Where Is My Flying Car?
Cars changed everything from shopping to warfare. What will the next chapter of mobility look like? Andrew Blau offers answers — and more questions — on stage at #BoFVoices.
Dude, Where Is My Flying Car?
Cars changed everything from shopping to warfare. What will the next chapter of mobility look like? Andrew Blau offers answers — and more questions — on stage at #BoFVoices.
Sustainability
Resale’s Growing Pains
According to GlobalData, the resale market will exceed $50 billion in 2023 — up from $24 billion last year. Max Bittner, CEO of the Paris-based reseller Vestiaire Collective, joins peer-to-peer platform Depop’s CEO Maria Raga in a discussion about the burgeoning resale economy moderated by BoF’s Sarah Kent.
Resale’s Growing Pains
According to GlobalData, the resale market will exceed $50 billion in 2023 — up from $24 billion last year. Max Bittner, CEO of the Paris-based reseller Vestiaire Collective, joins peer-to-peer platform Depop’s CEO Maria Raga in a discussion about the burgeoning resale economy moderated by BoF’s Sarah Kent.
Global Markets
Manufacturing in Africa Could Transform the Fashion Industry. But Who Would Benefit?
Several of the continent’s top fashion minds weigh in on the exciting opportunities and legitimate concerns that come with making clothes in the region.
Manufacturing in Africa Could Transform the Fashion Industry. But Who Would Benefit?
Several of the continent’s top fashion minds weigh in on the exciting opportunities and legitimate concerns that come with making clothes in the region.
Media
Juergen Teller: The Challenges of Radical Image-Making
At BoF VOICES, the German photographer sat down with Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks to discuss the beauty and tragedy of life, and the existentialism of his work.
Juergen Teller: The Challenges of Radical Image-Making
At BoF VOICES, the German photographer sat down with Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks to discuss the beauty and tragedy of life, and the existentialism of his work.
Media
Why Garance Doré Quit Fashion Week
The famous illustrator and street style photographer explained why she abandoned the front row on stage at BoF VOICES.
Why Garance Doré Quit Fashion Week
The famous illustrator and street style photographer explained why she abandoned the front row on stage at BoF VOICES.
Global Markets
Inside Iran’s Underground Fashion Industry
Tehran-based fashion designers Shirin and Shiva Vaqar joined Hoda Katebi, an Iranian-American activist who founded America's first apparel manufacturing co-op run by refugee women. They discussed the fashion industry in Iran, a country that has long been isolated from the Western world.
Inside Iran’s Underground Fashion Industry
Tehran-based fashion designers Shirin and Shiva Vaqar joined Hoda Katebi, an Iranian-American activist who founded America's first apparel manufacturing co-op run by refugee women. They discussed the fashion industry in Iran, a country that has long been isolated from the Western world.
The News in Brief
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
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.
Zara Owner Looks to US for Next Phase of Growth
Inditex is investing in the US as a key growth market, CEO Oscar Garcia Maceiras told Reuters, with store revamps and new openings planned across its Zara, Massimo Dutti and Bershka brands.
Activist Investor Takes New Stake in Bath & Body Works
The activist investor is recommending the personal-care and fragrance store chain to explore a sale, claiming it has been undervalued and hampered by unstable management.