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
Technology
The BoF Podcast | The Web3 Debate: A Reality Check on Fashion and the Metaverse
BoF’s Marc Bain and a group of panellists break down the state of web3 in fashion and where the technology is headed.
The BoF Podcast | The Web3 Debate: A Reality Check on Fashion and the Metaverse
BoF’s Marc Bain and a group of panellists break down the state of web3 in fashion and where the technology is headed.
Sustainability
The BoF Podcast | The World Is On Fire But We’re Still Buying Shoes
BoF’s Imran Amed speaks with Alec Leach about his manifesto on how we can move towards a better relationship with fashion.
The BoF Podcast | The World Is On Fire But We’re Still Buying Shoes
BoF’s Imran Amed speaks with Alec Leach about his manifesto on how we can move towards a better relationship with fashion.
Global Markets
Dennis Okwera: ‘Let’s Be Kinder To Each Other, Especially Refugees’
The Ugandan-born model how he is finding purpose in pursuing an unconventional career to support his family and the community he comes from.
Dennis Okwera: ‘Let’s Be Kinder To Each Other, Especially Refugees’
The Ugandan-born model how he is finding purpose in pursuing an unconventional career to support his family and the community he comes from.
Sustainability
The BoF Podcast | Ten Years After Rana Plaza, Has Fashion Changed?
Labour rights activist Kalpona Akter and chief sustainability correspondent Sarah Kent reflect on where the industry stands a decade after the deadly factory collapse.
The BoF Podcast | Ten Years After Rana Plaza, Has Fashion Changed?
Labour rights activist Kalpona Akter and chief sustainability correspondent Sarah Kent reflect on where the industry stands a decade after the deadly factory collapse.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast | Karl Lagerfeld at the Met: Designer, Polymath, Jigsaw Puzzle
Andrew Bolton’s latest curatorial miracle celebrates the creative process of one of fashion’s greatest icons. Bolton sits down with Tim Blanks for BoF’s latest podcast.
The BoF Podcast | Karl Lagerfeld at the Met: Designer, Polymath, Jigsaw Puzzle
Andrew Bolton’s latest curatorial miracle celebrates the creative process of one of fashion’s greatest icons. Bolton sits down with Tim Blanks for BoF’s latest podcast.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast | Jerry Lorenzo on the Future of Fear of God
Jerry Lorenzo, the founder of Fear of God, looks to his own life to design subtle garments that allow customers a taste of luxury.
The BoF Podcast | Jerry Lorenzo on the Future of Fear of God
Jerry Lorenzo, the founder of Fear of God, looks to his own life to design subtle garments that allow customers a taste of luxury.
Global Markets
The BoF Podcast | Asma Khan and Judy Joo Discuss How Food Can Be a Vehicle for Tolerance and Cross-Cultural Sharing
The two restaurateurs share what it’s like building female-owned businesses and educating their customers through food.
The BoF Podcast | Asma Khan and Judy Joo Discuss How Food Can Be a Vehicle for Tolerance and Cross-Cultural Sharing
The two restaurateurs share what it’s like building female-owned businesses and educating their customers through food.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast | Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri on the Value of Indian Craft
This week, Christian Dior presented its pre-fall 2023 collection at the Gateway of India monument in Mumbai, marking the first standalone show from a European luxury megabrand in the country.
The BoF Podcast | Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri on the Value of Indian Craft
This week, Christian Dior presented its pre-fall 2023 collection at the Gateway of India monument in Mumbai, marking the first standalone show from a European luxury megabrand in the country.
Technology
The BoF Podcast | Robert Triefus on Leading Gucci Into the Metaverse
At The BoF Professional Summit: An Inflection Point in Fashion Tech, the seasoned luxury executive explained why Gucci believes in the long-term potential of fashion and web3.
The BoF Podcast | Robert Triefus on Leading Gucci Into the Metaverse
At The BoF Professional Summit: An Inflection Point in Fashion Tech, the seasoned luxury executive explained why Gucci believes in the long-term potential of fashion and web3.
Fashion Week
The BoF Podcast | Restarts and Resets in the Fashion Month Gone By
Tim Blanks and Imran Amed discuss the highlights of the Autumn/Winter 2023 collections, including Daniel Lee’s debut at Burberry, a transitional show at Gucci and Balenciaga’s first brand statement in the wake of the advertising scandal.
The BoF Podcast | Restarts and Resets in the Fashion Month Gone By
Tim Blanks and Imran Amed discuss the highlights of the Autumn/Winter 2023 collections, including Daniel Lee’s debut at Burberry, a transitional show at Gucci and Balenciaga’s first brand statement in the wake of the advertising scandal.
Workplace & Talent
The BoF Podcast | Sue Y. Nabi on How Being Different Is a Superpower
On the latest episode of The BoF Podcast, Coty CEO Sue Y. Nabi shares how embracing identity in the workplace can lead to better business outcomes.
The BoF Podcast | Sue Y. Nabi on How Being Different Is a Superpower
On the latest episode of The BoF Podcast, Coty CEO Sue Y. Nabi shares how embracing identity in the workplace can lead to better business outcomes.
Technology
The BoF Podcast | How Generative AI Could Reshape Fashion
BoF’s technology correspondent Marc Bain joins Imran Amed to discuss Silicon Valley’s latest craze, and its potential for the fashion industry.
The BoF Podcast | How Generative AI Could Reshape Fashion
BoF’s technology correspondent Marc Bain joins Imran Amed to discuss Silicon Valley’s latest craze, and its potential for the fashion industry.
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.