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.
innovation
Technology
The Science of Feel
Lululemon’s Dr Tom Waller explains why the way clothing feels matters as much as the way it looks on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
The Science of Feel
Lululemon’s Dr Tom Waller explains why the way clothing feels matters as much as the way it looks on stage at #BoFVOICES. Watch now.
Technology
The Disruptors: Gucci's Marco Bizzarri and Farfetch's José Neves
The Farfetch founder and Gucci CEO discussed their leadership strategies and how to stay competitive.
The Disruptors: Gucci's Marco Bizzarri and Farfetch's José Neves
The Farfetch founder and Gucci CEO discussed their leadership strategies and how to stay competitive.
Sustainability
Patagonia’s Circular Economy Strategy
Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario explains the company's environmentally-responsible business model as it wins an award at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Patagonia’s Circular Economy Strategy
Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario explains the company's environmentally-responsible business model as it wins an award at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Luxury
BoF Exclusive | Farfetch Appoints Chief Strategy Officer, En Route to Eventual IPO
The fashion e-commerce platform has hired Stephanie Phair to keep the company focused on future innovation as it prepares to pass $800 million in gross sales this year.
BoF Exclusive | Farfetch Appoints Chief Strategy Officer, En Route to Eventual IPO
The fashion e-commerce platform has hired Stephanie Phair to keep the company focused on future innovation as it prepares to pass $800 million in gross sales this year.
Technology
Karlie Kloss and David Lauren Talk Innovation
Karlie Kloss and David Lauren sat down with BoF’s Imran Amed at the Fast Company Innovation Festival to discuss how innovation can work for both a global brand and passion-driven start-ups.
Karlie Kloss and David Lauren Talk Innovation
Karlie Kloss and David Lauren sat down with BoF’s Imran Amed at the Fast Company Innovation Festival to discuss how innovation can work for both a global brand and passion-driven start-ups.
News & Analysis
A designer’s second act, Target loses focus, Online retail trends, Aronsson in at Ungaro, Innovation now
Wanted: a Second Chance (WSJ) "It's the fear of every high-achieving professional: excelling, reaching the pinnacle of your field—and, the next day,
A designer’s second act, Target loses focus, Online retail trends, Aronsson in at Ungaro, Innovation now
Wanted: a Second Chance (WSJ) "It's the fear of every high-achieving professional: excelling, reaching the pinnacle of your field—and, the next day,
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.