Danone Acquires Protein Drinks Maker Huel in €1 Billion Deal
Huel, which counts actor Idris Elba and TV presenter Jonathan Ross among its investors, has agreed to be acquired by the French consumer goods group in a deal worth about $1.2 billion.
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News & Analysis
Renzo Rosso’s OTB Invests in Amiri
The Italian fashion group that owns Diesel, Marni and Maison Margiela took a minority stake in the Los Angeles-based brand founded by Mike Amiri.
Renzo Rosso’s OTB Invests in Amiri
The Italian fashion group that owns Diesel, Marni and Maison Margiela took a minority stake in the Los Angeles-based brand founded by Mike Amiri.
News & Analysis
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
Thakoon Is Back With a New Content-and-Commerce Play
After a two-year sabbatical following a pause on his Silas Chou-backed namesake label, which is set to return this autumn, Panichgul is launching a personal passion project, Hommegirls, for women who shop menswear.
News & Analysis
Kim Jones Talks Dior & His Relationship With Alexander McQueen in Extensive Interview
"He touches on his attempt to reinvent Dior’s oblique pattern on modern silhouettes, while also speaking on inspirations for his line."
Kim Jones Talks Dior & His Relationship With Alexander McQueen in Extensive Interview
"He touches on his attempt to reinvent Dior’s oblique pattern on modern silhouettes, while also speaking on inspirations for his line."
Financial Markets
Topshop's Stunning Collapse Proves No Retailer Is Too Big to Fail
This week everyone will be talking about whether creditors will approve a rescue plan for Topshop parent Arcadia, Revolve's initial public offering and new men's collections from Saint Laurent and Prada. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Topshop's Stunning Collapse Proves No Retailer Is Too Big to Fail
This week everyone will be talking about whether creditors will approve a rescue plan for Topshop parent Arcadia, Revolve's initial public offering and new men's collections from Saint Laurent and Prada. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Retail
Arcadia Group Chairman Philip Green Charged With Misdemeanour Assault
The charges, stemming from accusations he inappropriately touched a woman in Arizona, comes as Green is locked in a showdown with creditors.
Arcadia Group Chairman Philip Green Charged With Misdemeanour Assault
The charges, stemming from accusations he inappropriately touched a woman in Arizona, comes as Green is locked in a showdown with creditors.
Luxury
Op-Ed | Why Rihanna’s Fenty Is The End of the Star Designer
Fenty has pushed the idea of the star designer to its logical conclusion — and breaking point. After all, who needs a star designer when you have a real star?
Op-Ed | Why Rihanna’s Fenty Is The End of the Star Designer
Fenty has pushed the idea of the star designer to its logical conclusion — and breaking point. After all, who needs a star designer when you have a real star?
News & Analysis
The New Rules of Influencer Marketing
As influencer collaborations saturate social feeds and consumers grow increasingly sceptical of social selling, BoF offers tips for cutting through the noise.
The New Rules of Influencer Marketing
As influencer collaborations saturate social feeds and consumers grow increasingly sceptical of social selling, BoF offers tips for cutting through the noise.
News & Analysis
The BoF Podcast: Kim Jones on the Legacy and Futurism of Luxury Curation
Speaking in conversation with BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks, Dior's menswear artistic director discusses everything from extra-terrestrial life to ancient Egypt and, of course, his philosophy as a designer.
The BoF Podcast: Kim Jones on the Legacy and Futurism of Luxury Curation
Speaking in conversation with BoF Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks, Dior's menswear artistic director discusses everything from extra-terrestrial life to ancient Egypt and, of course, his philosophy as a designer.
News & Analysis
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
Why Most Luxury Brands Still Hire Underage Models
While Kering moved to ban all models under 18, some of the biggest fashion companies haven’t followed suit.
Sustainability
What’s Stopping the Fashion Industry From Agreeing on Climate Action?
LVMH won't be participating in a new climate initiative spearheaded by rival Kering — the latest example of the challenge the industry faces in setting common goals to tackle major systemic issues.
What’s Stopping the Fashion Industry From Agreeing on Climate Action?
LVMH won't be participating in a new climate initiative spearheaded by rival Kering — the latest example of the challenge the industry faces in setting common goals to tackle major systemic issues.
News & Analysis
Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
News & Analysis
LVMH Takes Majority Stake in Repossi
The French luxury group quietly added to its existing investment in the Italian fine jewellery brand last year, supporting international expansion.
LVMH Takes Majority Stake in Repossi
The French luxury group quietly added to its existing investment in the Italian fine jewellery brand last year, supporting international expansion.
The News in Brief
Qatar Investment Authority Eyes 10% Stake in Golden Goose
Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund is preparing to buy a stake in Italian sneaker maker Golden Goose, Corriere della Sera reported Saturday.
Retailers Push UK to Join US and EU Ending Shein Parcel Loophole
British retailers are pushing the UK government to end a tax loophole that has helped online giants Shein and Temu make significant inroads and gain market share.
Exclusive: Deciem to Relaunch The Chemistry Brand
The Estée Lauder-owned beauty company and The Ordinary parent will relaunch one of its original brands as it moves to rekindle its reputation for incubation.
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.
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.