De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
Podcasts
Podcasts on fashion news & analysis | The Business of Fashion
Sports
Why Some Sports Win Big in Fashion — and Others Don’t | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by BoF sports correspondent Daniel-Yaw Miller to examine how luxury brands are tapping into the world of sports, from football and Formula 1 to women’s basketball.
Why Some Sports Win Big in Fashion — and Others Don’t | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by BoF sports correspondent Daniel-Yaw Miller to examine how luxury brands are tapping into the world of sports, from football and Formula 1 to women’s basketball.
Global Markets
Khalid Al Tayer on Driving Transformation in the GCC’s Luxury Market | The BoF Podcast
In his first public interview, Khalid Al Tayer, managing director of Al Tayer Insignia and CEO of Ounass, joins BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed to discuss why brands need to go beyond ‘good enough’ to engage discerning customers in the Middle East.
Khalid Al Tayer on Driving Transformation in the GCC’s Luxury Market | The BoF Podcast
In his first public interview, Khalid Al Tayer, managing director of Al Tayer Insignia and CEO of Ounass, joins BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed to discuss why brands need to go beyond ‘good enough’ to engage discerning customers in the Middle East.
Technology
Can AI Make Shopping Online Less Annoying? | The Debrief
The technology is already transforming e-commerce, from search and product recommendations to understanding shopper intent, creating new opportunities and challenges for brands and consumers alike.
Can AI Make Shopping Online Less Annoying? | The Debrief
The technology is already transforming e-commerce, from search and product recommendations to understanding shopper intent, creating new opportunities and challenges for brands and consumers alike.
Creative Class
Robert Geller on the Power of Saying Yes | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed sits down with Robert Geller to learn about his journey, the ups and downs of building an independent fashion label, and why he’s taken on his new role as creative director at Rag & Bone.
Robert Geller on the Power of Saying Yes | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed sits down with Robert Geller to learn about his journey, the ups and downs of building an independent fashion label, and why he’s taken on his new role as creative director at Rag & Bone.
Direct-to-Consumer
How Dupe Culture is Challenging Traditional Luxury | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by e-commerce correspondent Malique Morris to explore how brands are offering affordable alternatives to luxury goods, and reshaping consumer expectations in the process.
How Dupe Culture is Challenging Traditional Luxury | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and executive editor Brian Baskin are joined by e-commerce correspondent Malique Morris to explore how brands are offering affordable alternatives to luxury goods, and reshaping consumer expectations in the process.
Luxury
How Michelle Yeoh Conquered Hollywood — and Fashion | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed sits down with Academy Award-winning actress Michelle Yeoh to discuss her winding journey to the big screen and why fashion is finally embracing older women.
How Michelle Yeoh Conquered Hollywood — and Fashion | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed sits down with Academy Award-winning actress Michelle Yeoh to discuss her winding journey to the big screen and why fashion is finally embracing older women.
Beauty
How Beauty Blunders Go Viral and What Brands Do Next | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young sits down with beauty correspondent Daniela Morosini to explore how brands handle the fallout from product launch failures and hair loss claims.
How Beauty Blunders Go Viral and What Brands Do Next | The Debrief
Senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young sits down with beauty correspondent Daniela Morosini to explore how brands handle the fallout from product launch failures and hair loss claims.
Retail
How Zac Posen is Reenergising Gap Inc. | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor in chief Imran Amed sits down with the newly-appointed creative director of Gap Inc. to explore how the latest chapter in his creative journey is changing the way he thinks about success and professional fulfilment.
How Zac Posen is Reenergising Gap Inc. | The BoF Podcast
BoF founder and editor in chief Imran Amed sits down with the newly-appointed creative director of Gap Inc. to explore how the latest chapter in his creative journey is changing the way he thinks about success and professional fulfilment.
Marketing
How Influencers Make Money | The Debrief
Executive editor Brian Baskin sits down with senior news and features editor Diana Pearl to discuss how today’s influencers are attempting to assert greater control over their content and revenue.
How Influencers Make Money | The Debrief
Executive editor Brian Baskin sits down with senior news and features editor Diana Pearl to discuss how today’s influencers are attempting to assert greater control over their content and revenue.
Fashion Week
Tim Blanks and Imran Amed Reflect on the Spring/Summer 2025 Shows | The BoF Podcast
BoF’s editor in chief and editor at large reflected on fashion month’s standout moments, and examined how designers are responding to a world in flux.
Tim Blanks and Imran Amed Reflect on the Spring/Summer 2025 Shows | The BoF Podcast
BoF’s editor in chief and editor at large reflected on fashion month’s standout moments, and examined how designers are responding to a world in flux.
Retail
Can Department Stores Save Themselves? | The Debrief
BoF Senior Correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and Retail Editor Cathleen Chen discuss the ongoing struggle of American department stores to remain relevant and what lessons they might learn from their European counterparts.
Can Department Stores Save Themselves? | The Debrief
BoF Senior Correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and Retail Editor Cathleen Chen discuss the ongoing struggle of American department stores to remain relevant and what lessons they might learn from their European counterparts.
Luxury
Alessandro Michele: ‘There Is Always Mr. Valentino Somewhere With Me’ | The BoF Podcast
Alessandro Michele sits down with Imran Amed to reflect on his evolution as a designer, his deep connection to Valentino’s heritage, and the importance of passion and obsession in achieving creative success.
Alessandro Michele: ‘There Is Always Mr. Valentino Somewhere With Me’ | The BoF Podcast
Alessandro Michele sits down with Imran Amed to reflect on his evolution as a designer, his deep connection to Valentino’s heritage, and the importance of passion and obsession in achieving creative success.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.