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
Raf Simons Starts at Calvin Klein, Marking Strategic Shift
In a bold and widely anticipated move, Raf Simons has been named chief creative officer of Calvin Klein, bringing his signature minimalist aesthetic to the iconic American brand, the company has confirmed.
Raf Simons Starts at Calvin Klein, Marking Strategic Shift
In a bold and widely anticipated move, Raf Simons has been named chief creative officer of Calvin Klein, bringing his signature minimalist aesthetic to the iconic American brand, the company has confirmed.
Financial Markets
Armani Creates Foundation as Succession Issue Looms
Giorgio Armani has said he would create a foundation in his name, for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for his fashion business.
Armani Creates Foundation as Succession Issue Looms
Giorgio Armani has said he would create a foundation in his name, for the first time shedding some light on succession plans for his fashion business.
News & Analysis
Roberto Cavalli Names Former Versace Head as New CEO
Roberto Cavalli has named former Versace head Gian Giacomo Ferraris as its new chief executive as it seeks to relaunch under a new owner.
Roberto Cavalli Names Former Versace Head as New CEO
Roberto Cavalli has named former Versace head Gian Giacomo Ferraris as its new chief executive as it seeks to relaunch under a new owner.
Fashion Week
Armani Chooses Paris Over Milan for Emporio Line September Show
Giorgio Armani said his younger and more accessible Emporio Armani line would go on show in Paris in September instead of Milan, but that this was a one-off.
Armani Chooses Paris Over Milan for Emporio Line September Show
Giorgio Armani said his younger and more accessible Emporio Armani line would go on show in Paris in September instead of Milan, but that this was a one-off.
News & Analysis
Fashion's Gaultier to Design Capsule Collection For OVS
Italian retailer OVS has announced that designer Jean Paul Gaultier will do a capsule collection that will be in stores in November.
Fashion's Gaultier to Design Capsule Collection For OVS
Italian retailer OVS has announced that designer Jean Paul Gaultier will do a capsule collection that will be in stores in November.
Marketing
10 Campaigns of Autumn/Winter 2016
The Autumn/Winter 2016 campaign season could represent a notable turning point in the use of digital-native techniques in campaign imagery.
10 Campaigns of Autumn/Winter 2016
The Autumn/Winter 2016 campaign season could represent a notable turning point in the use of digital-native techniques in campaign imagery.
News & Analysis
Zara Founder's Real Estate Assets Top €6 billion in 2015
Amancio Ortega, Europe's richest man and founder of global fashion group and Zara owner Inditex , held more than €6 billion ($6.6 billion) in prime real estate assets at the end of 2015.
Zara Founder's Real Estate Assets Top €6 billion in 2015
Amancio Ortega, Europe's richest man and founder of global fashion group and Zara owner Inditex , held more than €6 billion ($6.6 billion) in prime real estate assets at the end of 2015.
News & Analysis
Turning Around Tiffany
Tiffany chief executive Frederic Cumenal shares his plans for remaking the 179-year-old jewellery house along with its new advertising campaign, conceived by Grace Coddington.
Turning Around Tiffany
Tiffany chief executive Frederic Cumenal shares his plans for remaking the 179-year-old jewellery house along with its new advertising campaign, conceived by Grace Coddington.
Media
Nick Knight, Techno-Shaman
Tim Blanks sits down with Nick Knight to talk creativity in a connected world.
Nick Knight, Techno-Shaman
Tim Blanks sits down with Nick Knight to talk creativity in a connected world.
Fashion Week
Once Upon a Fendi Fairytale
Walking on water was just one of the minor miracles in Fendi’s 90th anniversary show.
Once Upon a Fendi Fairytale
Walking on water was just one of the minor miracles in Fendi’s 90th anniversary show.
News & Analysis
Sidney Toledano: 'Expect a New Dior'
Dior Couture chief executive Sidney Toledano speaks to BoF on why Maria Grazia Chiuri was the best choice to align the house with ‘the needs of the women of today and tomorrow — globally.’
Sidney Toledano: 'Expect a New Dior'
Dior Couture chief executive Sidney Toledano speaks to BoF on why Maria Grazia Chiuri was the best choice to align the house with ‘the needs of the women of today and tomorrow — globally.’
Fashion Week
Identity Theft at Paris Couture
In a couture season ‘hijacked’ by marketers, Mr Martin Margiela was at the center of the problem and the solution.
Identity Theft at Paris Couture
In a couture season ‘hijacked’ by marketers, Mr Martin Margiela was at the center of the problem and the solution.
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.