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.
law
China
Bank of China Ordered to Release Counterfeiters' Records
A New York judge has ordered the Bank of China to hand over detailed information about Chinese bank accounts used by a counterfeiting ring that allegedly sold millions of dollars of fake Gucci handbags and wallets in the US.
Bank of China Ordered to Release Counterfeiters' Records
A New York judge has ordered the Bank of China to hand over detailed information about Chinese bank accounts used by a counterfeiting ring that allegedly sold millions of dollars of fake Gucci handbags and wallets in the US.
News & Analysis
Mansur Gavriel Responds to ‘Proof’ of Copying
Maryam Nassir Zadeh has accused breakout accessories label Mansur Gavriel of mimicking her shoe designs, sharing what she called ‘clear proof’ with BoF. In an exclusive statement, designers Rachel Mansur and Floriana Gavriel respond.
Mansur Gavriel Responds to ‘Proof’ of Copying
Maryam Nassir Zadeh has accused breakout accessories label Mansur Gavriel of mimicking her shoe designs, sharing what she called ‘clear proof’ with BoF. In an exclusive statement, designers Rachel Mansur and Floriana Gavriel respond.
Fashion Week
New Guidelines on Models' Rights Aim to Fix Industry Wrongs
In recent years, a cluster of new laws, industry codes and educational initiatives have taken aim at problems around model health, pay and working conditions. But are they making a difference?
New Guidelines on Models' Rights Aim to Fix Industry Wrongs
In recent years, a cluster of new laws, industry codes and educational initiatives have taken aim at problems around model health, pay and working conditions. But are they making a difference?
News & Analysis
Op-Ed | Changes to the Law Would Stop the Exploitation of Models
Models face systemic financial and sexual exploitation. Changes to the law could stop this, says Sara Ziff, founder of the Model Alliance.
Op-Ed | Changes to the Law Would Stop the Exploitation of Models
Models face systemic financial and sexual exploitation. Changes to the law could stop this, says Sara Ziff, founder of the Model Alliance.
News & Analysis
L'Oreal Shareholders Back Single Voting Rights
L'Oreal shareholders will not implement double voting rights for long-term shareholders, as called for under a French law that has a stated aim of promoting stability at listed companies.
L'Oreal Shareholders Back Single Voting Rights
L'Oreal shareholders will not implement double voting rights for long-term shareholders, as called for under a French law that has a stated aim of promoting stability at listed companies.
News & Analysis
Fired L’Oreal Lawyer Says Company Patent Push Was Only Cosmetic
A lawyer formerly in charge of applying for patents in L’Oreal’s US office claims he was fired in December for refusing to make filings for dubious inventions just so the company could fill an annual quota.
Fired L’Oreal Lawyer Says Company Patent Push Was Only Cosmetic
A lawyer formerly in charge of applying for patents in L’Oreal’s US office claims he was fired in December for refusing to make filings for dubious inventions just so the company could fill an annual quota.
News & Analysis
Laid Off American Apparel Workers Seek Damages in Lawsuit
Three former American Apparel Inc employees who were among 200 laid off earlier this year are suing the retailer, saying they were not given appropriate legal notice.
Laid Off American Apparel Workers Seek Damages in Lawsuit
Three former American Apparel Inc employees who were among 200 laid off earlier this year are suing the retailer, saying they were not given appropriate legal notice.
Retail
Retailers’ On-Call Shifts Questioned by NY Attorney
Gap Inc. and Sears Holdings Corp. are being questioned with 11 other retailers by New York’s attorney general over possible use of on-call shifts requiring hourly workers to make themselves available on short notice.
Retailers’ On-Call Shifts Questioned by NY Attorney
Gap Inc. and Sears Holdings Corp. are being questioned with 11 other retailers by New York’s attorney general over possible use of on-call shifts requiring hourly workers to make themselves available on short notice.
Technology
EU to Open Extensive Probe into E-Commerce
Online retailers face an industry-wide probe from European Union antitrust regulators amid concerns Internet shoppers may be thwarted when they try to buy goods and services from websites outside their home country.
EU to Open Extensive Probe into E-Commerce
Online retailers face an industry-wide probe from European Union antitrust regulators amid concerns Internet shoppers may be thwarted when they try to buy goods and services from websites outside their home country.
Retail
This Supreme Court Case is Uniting Religions Against Abercrombie & Fitch
The EEOC is appealing a lower-court decision that said Abercrombie couldn’t be held liable for rejecting a Muslim job applicant based on her wearing a traditional head covering known as a hijab.
This Supreme Court Case is Uniting Religions Against Abercrombie & Fitch
The EEOC is appealing a lower-court decision that said Abercrombie couldn’t be held liable for rejecting a Muslim job applicant based on her wearing a traditional head covering known as a hijab.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Susan Scafidi, Professor of Fashion Law
Susan Scafidi, professor of fashion law at Fordham Law School, says "never stop learning."
Role Call | Susan Scafidi, Professor of Fashion Law
Susan Scafidi, professor of fashion law at Fordham Law School, says "never stop learning."
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.