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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Fashion Week
Creation, or Just More Product?
Save for exceptions like Gucci, Fendi, Damir Doma and Giorgio Armani, most of the labels showing at Milan men's fashion week ditched creation for product design.
Creation, or Just More Product?
Save for exceptions like Gucci, Fendi, Damir Doma and Giorgio Armani, most of the labels showing at Milan men's fashion week ditched creation for product design.
Fashion Week
Crossing Borders at Giorgio Armani
Travel has been a theme over menswear's long weekend in Milan, so it was appropriate that Giorgio Armani, the closing act, sealed the subtext with his collection.
Crossing Borders at Giorgio Armani
Travel has been a theme over menswear's long weekend in Milan, so it was appropriate that Giorgio Armani, the closing act, sealed the subtext with his collection.
Fashion Week
Donatella Versace and Bruce Weber Reunited
It’s been 17 years since Bruce Weber and Donatella Versace last worked together. The results are an intoxicating mix of Karlie Kloss, Gigi Hadid, the Hubbard Street Dance Company and street-cast kids from Chicago.
Donatella Versace and Bruce Weber Reunited
It’s been 17 years since Bruce Weber and Donatella Versace last worked together. The results are an intoxicating mix of Karlie Kloss, Gigi Hadid, the Hubbard Street Dance Company and street-cast kids from Chicago.
News & Analysis
Doctor Tim Blanks
Last week, BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the Academy of Art University. His first lesson: approach every interaction with passion, curiosity and joy.
Doctor Tim Blanks
Last week, BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the Academy of Art University. His first lesson: approach every interaction with passion, curiosity and joy.
Fashion Week
Dior's Quintessential England: the Rain, the Train and a Grand Country Home
At Blenheim Palace, where Dior staged its Cruise 2017 show, grand old traditions — both French and British — collided with peculiar compatibility.
Dior's Quintessential England: the Rain, the Train and a Grand Country Home
At Blenheim Palace, where Dior staged its Cruise 2017 show, grand old traditions — both French and British — collided with peculiar compatibility.
News & Analysis
Jonathan Saunders Joins Diane Von Furstenberg as Chief Creative Officer
Five months after closing his eponymous label, the Scottish designer has joined Diane Von Furstenberg as chief creative officer.
Jonathan Saunders Joins Diane Von Furstenberg as Chief Creative Officer
Five months after closing his eponymous label, the Scottish designer has joined Diane Von Furstenberg as chief creative officer.
News & Analysis
Inside Yohji Yamamoto’s Fashion Philosophy
In a rare interview, Yohji Yamamoto speaks to BoF's Imran Amed about the fashion philosophy that underpins his revolutionary career.
Inside Yohji Yamamoto’s Fashion Philosophy
In a rare interview, Yohji Yamamoto speaks to BoF's Imran Amed about the fashion philosophy that underpins his revolutionary career.
News & Analysis
Inside Tim Blanks' Box of '90s Polaroids
A Pandora's box of old Polaroids by Tim Blanks captures the peculiar charisma of the backstage congregation in the early 1990s.
Inside Tim Blanks' Box of '90s Polaroids
A Pandora's box of old Polaroids by Tim Blanks captures the peculiar charisma of the backstage congregation in the early 1990s.
Fashion Week
Chanel Cruises into Cuba, a Country on the Cusp
Although the fundamental incongruity of the moment was lost on no one, both Karl Lagerfeld and Fidel Castro share an ability to imagine a world and bring it into being.
Chanel Cruises into Cuba, a Country on the Cusp
Although the fundamental incongruity of the moment was lost on no one, both Karl Lagerfeld and Fidel Castro share an ability to imagine a world and bring it into being.
Fashion Week
Fashion Glitterati Descend on Cuba for Chanel Runway Show
First came US President Barack Obama and the Rolling Stones. Now global fashion's glitterati including supermodel Gisele Bundchen have descended upon Cuba for Chanel's runway show extravaganza.
Fashion Glitterati Descend on Cuba for Chanel Runway Show
First came US President Barack Obama and the Rolling Stones. Now global fashion's glitterati including supermodel Gisele Bundchen have descended upon Cuba for Chanel's runway show extravaganza.
News & Analysis
The Curious Case of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein
Could the rumoured arrival of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein present an opportunity for the brand to rethink its entire creative and business structure?
The Curious Case of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein
Could the rumoured arrival of Raf Simons at Calvin Klein present an opportunity for the brand to rethink its entire creative and business structure?
Financial Markets
Armani Seeks to Entice Fashionistas in 'Key Market' Russia
Renowned Italian designer Giorgio Armani sought to entice Moscow fashionistas with his latest creations on a visit to Russia amid weaker demand globally for luxury goods.
Armani Seeks to Entice Fashionistas in 'Key Market' Russia
Renowned Italian designer Giorgio Armani sought to entice Moscow fashionistas with his latest creations on a visit to Russia amid weaker demand globally for luxury goods.
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.