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.
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Bryanboy: How Fashion’s Original Influencer Became a TikTok Star
For the Filipino former web developer, who grew an audience of over 1 million TikTok followers in six months, the move is the latest in a career of pivots that have taken him from first-wave fashion blogger to Gen-Z media star.
Bryanboy: How Fashion’s Original Influencer Became a TikTok Star
For the Filipino former web developer, who grew an audience of over 1 million TikTok followers in six months, the move is the latest in a career of pivots that have taken him from first-wave fashion blogger to Gen-Z media star.
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Mr. Bags Sells 3.24 Million RMB Worth of Bags in 6 Minutes
The influential fashion blogger is also collaborating with Montblanc on a limited-edition collection of women’s handbags, a new category for the brand.
Mr. Bags Sells 3.24 Million RMB Worth of Bags in 6 Minutes
The influential fashion blogger is also collaborating with Montblanc on a limited-edition collection of women’s handbags, a new category for the brand.
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Bag Snob Launches Influencer Agency, Signs Diet Prada
Tina Craig, Suzanne Droese and Lynsey Eaton speak to BoF about launching 'Estate Five' and how they plan to redefine influencer management.
Bag Snob Launches Influencer Agency, Signs Diet Prada
Tina Craig, Suzanne Droese and Lynsey Eaton speak to BoF about launching 'Estate Five' and how they plan to redefine influencer management.
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Meet Fashion's First Computer-Generated Influencer
@lilmiquela wears Chanel, Prada and Supreme, works with fashion magazines and advocates for social change. Does it matter that she is a virtual avatar?
Meet Fashion's First Computer-Generated Influencer
@lilmiquela wears Chanel, Prada and Supreme, works with fashion magazines and advocates for social change. Does it matter that she is a virtual avatar?
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News Bites | Chiara Ferragni Opens Milan Boutique, Gabi Gregg and Nicolette Mason's New Brand
In today's News Bites, Chiara Ferragni's brand expands into brick-and-mortar, while fashion's most influential plus-size bloggers launch Premme.
News Bites | Chiara Ferragni Opens Milan Boutique, Gabi Gregg and Nicolette Mason's New Brand
In today's News Bites, Chiara Ferragni's brand expands into brick-and-mortar, while fashion's most influential plus-size bloggers launch Premme.
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When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
When the Name Game Gets Serious in China
In this month’s China Edit, the backlash surrounding Airbnb's new Chinese name highlights the importance of brand naming, while China’s biggest women’s footwear retailer is up for sale.
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Cupcakes and Cashmere Is Betting Big on E-Commerce
Fashion and lifestyle blogger Emily Schuman has partnered with Digital Brand Products to launch an e-commerce platform for her own licensed products and third party brands.
Cupcakes and Cashmere Is Betting Big on E-Commerce
Fashion and lifestyle blogger Emily Schuman has partnered with Digital Brand Products to launch an e-commerce platform for her own licensed products and third party brands.
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Off The Catwalk, Bloggers and Editors Vie For Fashion Fans
The power of bloggers, who use the internet and social media to cover the biannual womenswear events in New York, London, Milan and Paris, as well as everyday fashion, has grown to rival that of traditional glossy magazines.
Off The Catwalk, Bloggers and Editors Vie For Fashion Fans
The power of bloggers, who use the internet and social media to cover the biannual womenswear events in New York, London, Milan and Paris, as well as everyday fashion, has grown to rival that of traditional glossy magazines.
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How China’s ‘Mr. Bags’ Moves Luxury Handbags in Mere Minutes
BoF breaks down the business of Chinese blogger Tao Liang, better known as Mr. Bags, whose posts consistently turn faithful fans into big spenders for luxury fashion brands.
How China’s ‘Mr. Bags’ Moves Luxury Handbags in Mere Minutes
BoF breaks down the business of Chinese blogger Tao Liang, better known as Mr. Bags, whose posts consistently turn faithful fans into big spenders for luxury fashion brands.
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Brands Have Used Money to Tame Fashion Bloggers: Suzy Menkes
"What happened is that smart fashion companies, with money at their disposal, tried to tame their enthusiasm from doing real critiques."
Brands Have Used Money to Tame Fashion Bloggers: Suzy Menkes
"What happened is that smart fashion companies, with money at their disposal, tried to tame their enthusiasm from doing real critiques."
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Fashion’s Old Guard Are Right to Fear the Blogger
"When the editors of Vogue.com hit out at the new social media generation of style commentators, they only showed their own weaknesses."
Fashion’s Old Guard Are Right to Fear the Blogger
"When the editors of Vogue.com hit out at the new social media generation of style commentators, they only showed their own weaknesses."
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The Blonde Salad Ups the Ante
Style blogger-turned-lifestyle guru Chiara Ferragni is relaunching her website to reflect the multi-pronged, multi-million dollar business she has developed over the past seven years.
The Blonde Salad Ups the Ante
Style blogger-turned-lifestyle guru Chiara Ferragni is relaunching her website to reflect the multi-pronged, multi-million dollar business she has developed over the past seven years.
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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.