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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News & Analysis
What Can the Fashion Industry Do To Be More Inclusive?
Diversity is not a trend, and there is more work to be done to acknowledge and address the barriers facing non-white designers, models and creatives. The first step? Don’t lump everyone’s challenges together.
What Can the Fashion Industry Do To Be More Inclusive?
Diversity is not a trend, and there is more work to be done to acknowledge and address the barriers facing non-white designers, models and creatives. The first step? Don’t lump everyone’s challenges together.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Casey Gerald: ‘The Way We’re Taught to Live Has Got to Change’
The author and entrepreneur shares his personal and emotional process of writing his memoir in the final presentation at VOICES.
The BoF Podcast: Casey Gerald: ‘The Way We’re Taught to Live Has Got to Change’
The author and entrepreneur shares his personal and emotional process of writing his memoir in the final presentation at VOICES.
News & Analysis
BoF Honours Stella McCartney with Global VOICES Award
Guests closed out the VOICES 2018 gathering at a Southwestern-themed gala celebrating one of fashion’s true sustainability pioneers.
BoF Honours Stella McCartney with Global VOICES Award
Guests closed out the VOICES 2018 gathering at a Southwestern-themed gala celebrating one of fashion’s true sustainability pioneers.
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Inside VOICES 2018
The rise of big tech, the power of collaboration, a multifaceted understanding of the world and social activism were among the top topics at VOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.
Inside VOICES 2018
The rise of big tech, the power of collaboration, a multifaceted understanding of the world and social activism were among the top topics at VOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.
News & Analysis
Tune In: #BoFVOICES 2018 Live Stream
Watch the inspiring talks of Stella McCartney, Alber Elbaz and more in real-time.
Tune In: #BoFVOICES 2018 Live Stream
Watch the inspiring talks of Stella McCartney, Alber Elbaz and more in real-time.
Sustainability
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
News & Analysis
What Must Fashion Do to Safeguard Models?
In the post #MeToo era, the industry has gained momentum in its race to protect models. But how far has it come in recent years?
What Must Fashion Do to Safeguard Models?
In the post #MeToo era, the industry has gained momentum in its race to protect models. But how far has it come in recent years?
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You're Invited to Watch #BoFVOICES Live
Sonam K Ahuja is the latest speaker to join an exciting line up of inspiring talks on Thursday, November 29 and Friday, November 30.
You're Invited to Watch #BoFVOICES Live
Sonam K Ahuja is the latest speaker to join an exciting line up of inspiring talks on Thursday, November 29 and Friday, November 30.
Retail
If We Built the Retail Model From Scratch, What Would It Be?
With the rise of the experience economy, retail spaces are undergoing a radical rethink of their business models — as well as their very purpose.
If We Built the Retail Model From Scratch, What Would It Be?
With the rise of the experience economy, retail spaces are undergoing a radical rethink of their business models — as well as their very purpose.
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Francesca Bellettini, Huda Kattan, Adut Akech, Michèle Lamy and Kalpona Akter Are the Latest Speakers for VOICES 2018
The five power women are the latest names to join an exciting and inspirational group of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK later this month.
Francesca Bellettini, Huda Kattan, Adut Akech, Michèle Lamy and Kalpona Akter Are the Latest Speakers for VOICES 2018
The five power women are the latest names to join an exciting and inspirational group of speakers at BoF's Annual Gathering for Big Thinkers to be held in Oxfordshire, UK later this month.
News & Analysis
How Open-Source Innovation May Transform Fashion
Proponents of open-source culture say the concept would not only enable fashion companies to employ optimal versions of apps and software, but also encourage the industry to work together to tackle issues like sustainability.
How Open-Source Innovation May Transform Fashion
Proponents of open-source culture say the concept would not only enable fashion companies to employ optimal versions of apps and software, but also encourage the industry to work together to tackle issues like sustainability.
News & Analysis
How Can Fashion Embrace the Circular Economy?
When industry leaders have an unusually frank and anonymous conversation about sustainability, what does it reveal? Uncomfortable questions about class, control, hypocrisy and anxiety over jobs, to name a few.
How Can Fashion Embrace the Circular Economy?
When industry leaders have an unusually frank and anonymous conversation about sustainability, what does it reveal? Uncomfortable questions about class, control, hypocrisy and anxiety over jobs, to name a few.
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.