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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Sustainability
The BoF Podcast: Lily Cole on Why the Fashion System Needs Reform Now
The model and activist speaks with BoF Founder and Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about the lessons she learnt while writing her new book Who Cares Wins.
The BoF Podcast: Lily Cole on Why the Fashion System Needs Reform Now
The model and activist speaks with BoF Founder and Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed about the lessons she learnt while writing her new book Who Cares Wins.
Retail
BoF LIVE: How Lululemon Built Athleisure’s Leading Brand
BoF unpacks why a brand built on yoga leggings is winning the pandemic.
BoF LIVE: How Lululemon Built Athleisure’s Leading Brand
BoF unpacks why a brand built on yoga leggings is winning the pandemic.
Entrepreneurship
BoF LIVE: How to Raise Money Right Now
While funding hasn’t completely vanished, investors are becoming more discerning with their cash. BoF unpacks how start-ups can raise capital during a global pandemic.
BoF LIVE: How to Raise Money Right Now
While funding hasn’t completely vanished, investors are becoming more discerning with their cash. BoF unpacks how start-ups can raise capital during a global pandemic.
Workplace & Talent
The BoF Podcast: Tackling Systemic Racism in the Fashion Industry
Harlem Fashion Row's Brandice Daniel, Black in Fashion Council Co-Founder Sandrine Charles and creative consultant Henrietta Gallina on actionable anti-racism steps brands must take to move the industry forward.
The BoF Podcast: Tackling Systemic Racism in the Fashion Industry
Harlem Fashion Row's Brandice Daniel, Black in Fashion Council Co-Founder Sandrine Charles and creative consultant Henrietta Gallina on actionable anti-racism steps brands must take to move the industry forward.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Michael Kors on Why He Left Fashion Week
The American designer has streamlined his collections to just two per year.
The BoF Podcast: Michael Kors on Why He Left Fashion Week
The American designer has streamlined his collections to just two per year.
Retail
BoF LIVE: The Future of the Independent Fashion Store
Local luxury retailers are poised to succeed post-pandemic. Two industry veterans share their strategies.
BoF LIVE: The Future of the Independent Fashion Store
Local luxury retailers are poised to succeed post-pandemic. Two industry veterans share their strategies.
Media
The BoF Podcast: LOVE Magazine’s Editors on the Fashion Magazine’s New Role in Culture
Ben Cobb and Pierre A. M’Pelé discuss the creative process behind LOVE’s latest two-volume issue and how they responded to the unprecedented events of the last six months.
The BoF Podcast: LOVE Magazine’s Editors on the Fashion Magazine’s New Role in Culture
Ben Cobb and Pierre A. M’Pelé discuss the creative process behind LOVE’s latest two-volume issue and how they responded to the unprecedented events of the last six months.
Beauty
BoF LIVE: What Will Beauty Retail Look Like Post-Covid-19?
The allure of shopping for beauty products in store was the experience. How is the industry pivoting during this new normal?
BoF LIVE: What Will Beauty Retail Look Like Post-Covid-19?
The allure of shopping for beauty products in store was the experience. How is the industry pivoting during this new normal?
Fashion Week
The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed and Tim Blanks on Where Fashion Goes From Here
This week on Inside Fashion, the BoF tag team discuss the state of an industry in flux, digital pivots and the future of fashion shows.
The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed and Tim Blanks on Where Fashion Goes From Here
This week on Inside Fashion, the BoF tag team discuss the state of an industry in flux, digital pivots and the future of fashion shows.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Stephen Jones Says the Constant Quest for Perfection Often Kills Spontaneity
Celebrated milliner Stephen Jones talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about how the pandemic has signalled an opportunity to reshape the fashion industry.
The BoF Podcast: Stephen Jones Says the Constant Quest for Perfection Often Kills Spontaneity
Celebrated milliner Stephen Jones talks to BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks about how the pandemic has signalled an opportunity to reshape the fashion industry.
Retail
The BoF Podcast: Neiman Marcus Chief Executive Sees Stores As Vital for Digital Growth
In an exclusive conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, Geoffroy van Raemdonck expresses optimism for the retailer’s bankruptcy process and explains why brick-and-mortar remains integral to its core business.
The BoF Podcast: Neiman Marcus Chief Executive Sees Stores As Vital for Digital Growth
In an exclusive conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, Geoffroy van Raemdonck expresses optimism for the retailer’s bankruptcy process and explains why brick-and-mortar remains integral to its core business.
Retail
BoF LIVE: The State of Retail from China to the US
BoF unpacks what the store of the future will look like in a post-pandemic climate and whether retailers can bounce back from the tremendous financial losses caused by the virus outbreak.
BoF LIVE: The State of Retail from China to the US
BoF unpacks what the store of the future will look like in a post-pandemic climate and whether retailers can bounce back from the tremendous financial losses caused by the virus outbreak.
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.