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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Luxury
Amiri Takes on the Luxury Establishment
Boosted by its recent growth and a minority investment from Renzo Rosso’s OTB, Mike Amiri’s namesake luxury label is scaling on his own terms.
Amiri Takes on the Luxury Establishment
Boosted by its recent growth and a minority investment from Renzo Rosso’s OTB, Mike Amiri’s namesake luxury label is scaling on his own terms.
Retail
Can Diesel Be Cool Again?
With a new CEO and strategic plan, the original ‘designer denim’ label is serious about making a comeback. But can it modernise its approach while staying true to its history?
Can Diesel Be Cool Again?
With a new CEO and strategic plan, the original ‘designer denim’ label is serious about making a comeback. But can it modernise its approach while staying true to its history?
Financial Markets
Madewell Files for IPO, Will Split From J.Crew
The IPO could garner a substantial valuation and help pay down a meaningful portion of J. Crew Group Inc.'s over $1.7 billion debt.
Madewell Files for IPO, Will Split From J.Crew
The IPO could garner a substantial valuation and help pay down a meaningful portion of J. Crew Group Inc.'s over $1.7 billion debt.
Retail
American Eagle Sales Beat Analyst Estimates
Thanks to growing demand for its jeans and body-positive lingerie line Aerie, the denim maker has beaten same-store sales estimates.
American Eagle Sales Beat Analyst Estimates
Thanks to growing demand for its jeans and body-positive lingerie line Aerie, the denim maker has beaten same-store sales estimates.
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Retail
American Eagle Builds on Gen-Z Appeal With Diversity Message
While most teen retailers have struggled to appeal to the newest crop of young shoppers, the denim maker has remained a firm favourite among the demographic.
American Eagle Builds on Gen-Z Appeal With Diversity Message
While most teen retailers have struggled to appeal to the newest crop of young shoppers, the denim maker has remained a firm favourite among the demographic.
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
Why Nike Picked This Tiny Atelier to Make Its Denim Shoe
3x1 Denim and Nike are releasing three limited-edition selvedge denim shoe styles, putting the type of fabric on the Air Force 1 for the first time ever, after 1,500 iterations.
Why Nike Picked This Tiny Atelier to Make Its Denim Shoe
3x1 Denim and Nike are releasing three limited-edition selvedge denim shoe styles, putting the type of fabric on the Air Force 1 for the first time ever, after 1,500 iterations.
China
Wrangler Jeans Are Headed to China
Kontoor Brands Inc, whose Lee line is already the biggest denim brand in China, plans to bring its other big American jeans name to the world’s largest consumer market within a year.
Wrangler Jeans Are Headed to China
Kontoor Brands Inc, whose Lee line is already the biggest denim brand in China, plans to bring its other big American jeans name to the world’s largest consumer market within a year.
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Fashion Week
The Week Ahead: Chanel Begins to Chart a Post-Lagerfeld Future
This week, everyone will be talking about Chanel's resort show in Paris, how Adidas plans to extend the Yeezy craze and the latest denim spinoff. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Week Ahead: Chanel Begins to Chart a Post-Lagerfeld Future
This week, everyone will be talking about Chanel's resort show in Paris, how Adidas plans to extend the Yeezy craze and the latest denim spinoff. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
Levi's Leather Patches Come Under Fire by Peta
Fresh off its $623 million IPO, the denim brand is already facing calls for change from one shareholder.
Levi's Leather Patches Come Under Fire by Peta
Fresh off its $623 million IPO, the denim brand is already facing calls for change from one shareholder.
Financial Markets
Levi Strauss Shares Surge 31 Percent in Return to Stock Market
The 165-year-old company's return to the public market comes at a time when stocks are near all-time highs and the popularity of denim is surging.
Levi Strauss Shares Surge 31 Percent in Return to Stock Market
The 165-year-old company's return to the public market comes at a time when stocks are near all-time highs and the popularity of denim is surging.
Retail
In the Age of Yoga Pants, Madewell Finds Strength in Denim
While sister line J.Crew and rival retailer Gap shuttered dozens of locations, the millennial-centric apparel brand opened four new stores this year.
In the Age of Yoga Pants, Madewell Finds Strength in Denim
While sister line J.Crew and rival retailer Gap shuttered dozens of locations, the millennial-centric apparel brand opened four new stores this year.
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.