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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The BoF Podcast | Serena Williams: ‘Pressure Is a Privilege’
In a 2019 conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, the tennis champion, who announced her retirement this week, reveals how the mental toughness she has built on the court prepared her for life as an entrepreneur.
The BoF Podcast | Serena Williams: ‘Pressure Is a Privilege’
In a 2019 conversation with BoF’s Imran Amed, the tennis champion, who announced her retirement this week, reveals how the mental toughness she has built on the court prepared her for life as an entrepreneur.
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The BoF Podcast: Why LA Is a Hub of Converging Industries
A panel of entrepreneurs at BoF West discuss the value of interdisciplinary approaches and why Los Angeles is an ideal place for the "cross-pollination" of industries.
The BoF Podcast: Why LA Is a Hub of Converging Industries
A panel of entrepreneurs at BoF West discuss the value of interdisciplinary approaches and why Los Angeles is an ideal place for the "cross-pollination" of industries.
Entrepreneurship
How Three Fast-Growing DTC Brands Use Customer Feedback to Drive Sales
The entrepreneurs behind Allbirds, Hims and Hers and Good American outlined the keys to their brands’ success at BoF West.
How Three Fast-Growing DTC Brands Use Customer Feedback to Drive Sales
The entrepreneurs behind Allbirds, Hims and Hers and Good American outlined the keys to their brands’ success at BoF West.
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BoF West Reveals How Entrepreneurship Is Changing Fashion
At BoF's second annual West Coast summit, Serena Williams, Elizabeth Banks and industry leaders from fashion, wellness and technology broke down how they are rewriting traditional business models.
BoF West Reveals How Entrepreneurship Is Changing Fashion
At BoF's second annual West Coast summit, Serena Williams, Elizabeth Banks and industry leaders from fashion, wellness and technology broke down how they are rewriting traditional business models.
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Sustainability
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Week Ahead: Instagram's Checkout Feature Is Already Changing How We Shop Online
This week, everyone will be talking about Facebook's quarterly results, Earth Day, Fashion Revolution Week and BoF West. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
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Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Serena Williams to Headline BoF West in Los Angeles on 26 April
The record-breaking tennis player and budding entrepreneur is part of an exciting group of speakers who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the second annual BoF West summit.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Retail Innovators: Colette’s Sarah Andelman on Product Curation
Sarah Andelman, co-founder of world-leading concept store Colette, gained global renown for her product selection and staging. Here, she discusses curation in a digital age as BoF explores the evolution of retail — in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
Retail
Retail Innovators: Rachel Shechtman
In a new series, BoF explores the evolution of retail in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. First up: Rachel Shechtman, the founder of Story and brand experience officer at Macy’s, discusses how companies should approach building experiences in retail.
Retail Innovators: Rachel Shechtman
In a new series, BoF explores the evolution of retail in partnership with Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield. First up: Rachel Shechtman, the founder of Story and brand experience officer at Macy’s, discusses how companies should approach building experiences in retail.
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Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
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Kris Jenner to Join Kim Kardashian West on Stage at BoF West
The entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of "Keeping up with the Kardashians" is part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on June 18. Find out how you can attend.
Kris Jenner to Join Kim Kardashian West on Stage at BoF West
The entrepreneur, bestselling author and creator of "Keeping up with the Kardashians" is part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on June 18. Find out how you can attend.
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BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
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BoF West Is Coming to Los Angeles on June 18
Hollywood, Silicon Valley and Fashion will collide at The Business of Fashion’s inaugural BoF West summit on June 18 in Los Angeles.
BoF West Is Coming to Los Angeles on June 18
Hollywood, Silicon Valley and Fashion will collide at The Business of Fashion’s inaugural BoF West summit on June 18 in Los Angeles.
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.