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
Op-Ed | How Luxury Became Fast Fashion
Step by step, luxury brands have adopted the fast fashion model, with Covid-19 set to complete the shift, argues Liroy Choufan.
Op-Ed | How Luxury Became Fast Fashion
Step by step, luxury brands have adopted the fast fashion model, with Covid-19 set to complete the shift, argues Liroy Choufan.
Luxury
Anthony Vaccarello Reveals Collaboration with Helmut Lang
In an exclusive interview with Tim Blanks, Saint Laurent Creative Director Anthony Vaccarello reveals the thinking behind his new collaboration with elusive former fashion designer Helmut Lang and his vision for a post-pandemic fashion industry.
Anthony Vaccarello Reveals Collaboration with Helmut Lang
In an exclusive interview with Tim Blanks, Saint Laurent Creative Director Anthony Vaccarello reveals the thinking behind his new collaboration with elusive former fashion designer Helmut Lang and his vision for a post-pandemic fashion industry.
Retail
Can Roger Federer Help Build the Next Big Sportswear Brand?
The tennis legend and cult running shoe label On are launching a sneaker together. In the latest edition of the BoF Podcast, Federer shares what's next.
Can Roger Federer Help Build the Next Big Sportswear Brand?
The tennis legend and cult running shoe label On are launching a sneaker together. In the latest edition of the BoF Podcast, Federer shares what's next.
Retail
Gap Says It Will Pay Telfar for Cancelled Collaboration
The New York designer partnered with the mall retailer before Covid-19 thwarted the plans. But Gap's announcement of a new co-branded Yeezy label last week raised questions about its prior collaboration commitments.
Gap Says It Will Pay Telfar for Cancelled Collaboration
The New York designer partnered with the mall retailer before Covid-19 thwarted the plans. But Gap's announcement of a new co-branded Yeezy label last week raised questions about its prior collaboration commitments.
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Media
Television's Power to Launch Fashion Brands Remains Unproven
Netflix’s ‘Next in Fashion’ and Amazon’s ‘Making the Cut’ are more focused on the business of selling clothes than 'Project Runway' ever was. But can their winners become stars?
Television's Power to Launch Fashion Brands Remains Unproven
Netflix’s ‘Next in Fashion’ and Amazon’s ‘Making the Cut’ are more focused on the business of selling clothes than 'Project Runway' ever was. But can their winners become stars?
Luxury
Is the Fashion Industry Moving Too Fast? Virgil Doesn’t Think So.
The Off-White founder is debuting yet another collaboration: an "Office Supplies"-inspired jewellery line with New-York based Jacob & Co.
Is the Fashion Industry Moving Too Fast? Virgil Doesn’t Think So.
The Off-White founder is debuting yet another collaboration: an "Office Supplies"-inspired jewellery line with New-York based Jacob & Co.
Marketing
How to Make Your Brand Cool
Cultural relevance doesn’t come easy. BoF identifies the key tactics for making a fashion label feel interesting and of-the-moment without trying too hard.
How to Make Your Brand Cool
Cultural relevance doesn’t come easy. BoF identifies the key tactics for making a fashion label feel interesting and of-the-moment without trying too hard.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Lewis Hamilton on How His Formula 1 Career Led Him to Collaborate With Tommy Hilfiger
From race cars to runways, Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton sat down with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed to discuss his collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger, who also makes a special appearance in this week’s episode of the BoF Podcast.
The BoF Podcast: Lewis Hamilton on How His Formula 1 Career Led Him to Collaborate With Tommy Hilfiger
From race cars to runways, Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton sat down with BoF’s Editor-in-Chief Imran Amed to discuss his collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger, who also makes a special appearance in this week’s episode of the BoF Podcast.
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Luxury
JW Anderson and Rimowa Join Moncler Genius Lineup
Following rumours of a possible Kering takeover, Moncler has turned to LVMH to find the next guest talent for its collaborations model.
JW Anderson and Rimowa Join Moncler Genius Lineup
Following rumours of a possible Kering takeover, Moncler has turned to LVMH to find the next guest talent for its collaborations model.
Luxury
Pucci Is Looking to the Moncler Model. Can It Work?
The Florentine house, which has been without a creative director for almost two years, is planning to work with guest designers on its main collections. But the formula that worked so well for Moncler isn’t a slam-dunk, plug-and-play solution for all luxury brands.
Pucci Is Looking to the Moncler Model. Can It Work?
The Florentine house, which has been without a creative director for almost two years, is planning to work with guest designers on its main collections. But the formula that worked so well for Moncler isn’t a slam-dunk, plug-and-play solution for all luxury brands.
Luxury
What Makes a Collaboration Successful in 2020?
Celebrity-designed capsule collections and hyped sneaker drops are nothing new, so here’s what brands must do to keep their alliances feeling fresh.
What Makes a Collaboration Successful in 2020?
Celebrity-designed capsule collections and hyped sneaker drops are nothing new, so here’s what brands must do to keep their alliances feeling fresh.
Luxury
Mulberry and Acne Studios, The Unlikely Couple
A surprising partnership between the British heritage handbag maker and one of Sweden’s coolest labels is launching today. BoF investigates why.
Mulberry and Acne Studios, The Unlikely Couple
A surprising partnership between the British heritage handbag maker and one of Sweden’s coolest labels is launching today. BoF investigates why.
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.