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
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
News & Analysis
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
News & Analysis
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
News & Analysis
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
As Athleisure Cools, Denim Heats Up
A slowing demand for leggings has given way to the rebound of the denim sector, driven by Millennial desire for retro styles, customised product and technical fabrics.
News & Analysis
Eytys, Cult Footwear Label, Launches Ready-To-Wear
For its first foray into ready-to-wear, the Stockholm-based brand, best known for its thick white-soled sneakers, is releasing a line of unisex jeans.
Eytys, Cult Footwear Label, Launches Ready-To-Wear
For its first foray into ready-to-wear, the Stockholm-based brand, best known for its thick white-soled sneakers, is releasing a line of unisex jeans.
News & Analysis
Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors
The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.
Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors
The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.
News & Analysis
Alice + Olivia Launches West Coast-Inspired Denim Line, AO.LA
Founder Stacey Bendet tells BoF about growing conservatively during a tough time for contemporary brands and her fruitless search for a strategic partner last year.
Alice + Olivia Launches West Coast-Inspired Denim Line, AO.LA
Founder Stacey Bendet tells BoF about growing conservatively during a tough time for contemporary brands and her fruitless search for a strategic partner last year.
News & Analysis
David Bailey Turns Editor for Citizens of Humanity
The photographer has guest-edited the denim brand's in-house magazine, Humanity, shooting Kate Moss for the cover, as well as Ronnie Wood, Damien Hirst and his wife and children.
David Bailey Turns Editor for Citizens of Humanity
The photographer has guest-edited the denim brand's in-house magazine, Humanity, shooting Kate Moss for the cover, as well as Ronnie Wood, Damien Hirst and his wife and children.
News & Analysis
How Frame Conquered the World
"In 2012, branding gurus-turned-denim visionaries Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede launched a new jean – and lit up womenswear with cult label Frame."
How Frame Conquered the World
"In 2012, branding gurus-turned-denim visionaries Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede launched a new jean – and lit up womenswear with cult label Frame."
News & Analysis
Acne Reboots Denim Strategy
The hip Swedish label, best known for the skinny jeans that drove its early success, speaks exclusively to BoF about its plans to radically reshape its denim offering.
Acne Reboots Denim Strategy
The hip Swedish label, best known for the skinny jeans that drove its early success, speaks exclusively to BoF about its plans to radically reshape its denim offering.
Financial Markets
Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers
Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.
Report: True Religion Denim Turns to Debt Restructuring Lawyers
Its financial struggles are due in part to consumer tastes shifting toward internet shopping and away from the brick-and-mortar shops and department stores where the company's jeans have been primarily sold.
News & Analysis
True Religion Reportedly Seeks Turnaround Adviser
True Religion Apparel Inc, a US denim company whose signature products have gradually gone out of fashion, has been seeking an advisory firm to help turn around its fortunes, according to people familiar with the matter.
True Religion Reportedly Seeks Turnaround Adviser
True Religion Apparel Inc, a US denim company whose signature products have gradually gone out of fashion, has been seeking an advisory firm to help turn around its fortunes, according to people familiar with the matter.
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.