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.
accessories
News & Analysis
A Young Designer Gets His Dream Job, Then Faces a Tough Choice
"For now, many designers with their own labels take on side work or quietly consult for bigger brands to finance their own efforts."
A Young Designer Gets His Dream Job, Then Faces a Tough Choice
"For now, many designers with their own labels take on side work or quietly consult for bigger brands to finance their own efforts."
News & Analysis
Why Margiela's Tabi Boot Is Minting Money
As the enigmatic designer's split-toe shoe gains a celebrity following years after its initial release, retailers are cashing in.
Why Margiela's Tabi Boot Is Minting Money
As the enigmatic designer's split-toe shoe gains a celebrity following years after its initial release, retailers are cashing in.
News & Analysis
Cult Accessories Label Wandler Launches Footwear
The handbag brand, known for its clean and geometrical designs, is moving into a new category, launching its first shoe collection in April.
Cult Accessories Label Wandler Launches Footwear
The handbag brand, known for its clean and geometrical designs, is moving into a new category, launching its first shoe collection in April.
Luxury
The Other Reason for Chanel’s Exotic Skins Ban
While competitors were busy snapping up farms and tanneries, the French luxury house failed to secure its exotics supply chain, giving it diminished access to top quality materials.
The Other Reason for Chanel’s Exotic Skins Ban
While competitors were busy snapping up farms and tanneries, the French luxury house failed to secure its exotics supply chain, giving it diminished access to top quality materials.
News & Analysis
The Secret Behind the ‘Anti-It Bag’ Everyone is Carrying
The Bangkok-based designers behind Boyy, who grew a cult following for their minimalist aesthetic, are preparing for the next stage of growth, starting with a move to Milan.
The Secret Behind the ‘Anti-It Bag’ Everyone is Carrying
The Bangkok-based designers behind Boyy, who grew a cult following for their minimalist aesthetic, are preparing for the next stage of growth, starting with a move to Milan.
News & Analysis
Hedi Slimane's First Bag for Céline Pops Up on Lady Gaga
The American pop star's stylist Tom Eerebout confirmed the identity of the bag to BoF.
Hedi Slimane's First Bag for Céline Pops Up on Lady Gaga
The American pop star's stylist Tom Eerebout confirmed the identity of the bag to BoF.
Luxury
Net-a-Porter Stakes Its Claim to the Next Generation of Designers
The e-tailer hopes its new seasonal accelerator programme will help to keep it ahead of the competition at a time when consumers are thirsty for newness.
Net-a-Porter Stakes Its Claim to the Next Generation of Designers
The e-tailer hopes its new seasonal accelerator programme will help to keep it ahead of the competition at a time when consumers are thirsty for newness.
China
The Top M&A Targets in Accessories
Sales of handbags, shoes and other accessories are growing but emerging brands are struggling to break through without backing. BoF identifies the top 10 M&A targets in the space.
The Top M&A Targets in Accessories
Sales of handbags, shoes and other accessories are growing but emerging brands are struggling to break through without backing. BoF identifies the top 10 M&A targets in the space.
News & Analysis
Perry Ellis Receives Revised Buyout Offer from Randa
A special committee formed by Perry Ellis to evaluate the proposals said it would look into the offer, open talks with Randa and grant it due diligence access.
Perry Ellis Receives Revised Buyout Offer from Randa
A special committee formed by Perry Ellis to evaluate the proposals said it would look into the offer, open talks with Randa and grant it due diligence access.
Retail
How to Avoid Becoming a One-Hit Wonder
For every brand that is able to diversify past its first success, there are dozens more that putter out. Here’s a six-point plan for navigating what happens after a product becomes a bona fide winner.
How to Avoid Becoming a One-Hit Wonder
For every brand that is able to diversify past its first success, there are dozens more that putter out. Here’s a six-point plan for navigating what happens after a product becomes a bona fide winner.
Financial Markets
Manu Atelier Expands Into Footwear
The Turkish handbag label, known for its geometric designs, is launching footwear in October and will present the collection during Paris Fashion Week.
Manu Atelier Expands Into Footwear
The Turkish handbag label, known for its geometric designs, is launching footwear in October and will present the collection during Paris Fashion Week.
News & Analysis
Dior Brought Back the Saddle Bag With a Global Instagram Blitz
LVMH sees new, revived products as key to keeping up with rivals.
Dior Brought Back the Saddle Bag With a Global Instagram Blitz
LVMH sees new, revived products as key to keeping up with rivals.
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.