Exclusive: Deciem to Relaunch The Chemistry Brand
The Estée Lauder-owned beauty company and The Ordinary parent will relaunch one of its original brands as it moves to rekindle its reputation for incubation.
leadership
Retail
StockX CEO Scott Cutler to Step Down
He’ll be replaced in January by co-founder, president and current COO Greg Schwartz, BoF has learned. The leadership change occurs amid turbulent market conditions in sneaker resale.
StockX CEO Scott Cutler to Step Down
He’ll be replaced in January by co-founder, president and current COO Greg Schwartz, BoF has learned. The leadership change occurs amid turbulent market conditions in sneaker resale.
News & Analysis
BoF VOICES 2024 Global Livestream
Join us for our annual gathering for big thinkers streaming live from November 12 to 14.
BoF VOICES 2024 Global Livestream
Join us for our annual gathering for big thinkers streaming live from November 12 to 14.
Retail
This Week: Fashion’s Stake in the US Election
The industry has mostly tried to stay out of a close, bitter race, while quietly preparing for a potential Trump victory.
This Week: Fashion’s Stake in the US Election
The industry has mostly tried to stay out of a close, bitter race, while quietly preparing for a potential Trump victory.
Luxury
Mohamed Al Fayed’s Victims Call for Harrods Boycott
Former Harrods staff who were sexually abused by Mohamed Al Fayed are calling for a boycott of the luxury store after over 400 victims came forward.
Mohamed Al Fayed’s Victims Call for Harrods Boycott
Former Harrods staff who were sexually abused by Mohamed Al Fayed are calling for a boycott of the luxury store after over 400 victims came forward.
Beauty
A First-Day Agenda for Estée Lauder’s New CEO
From cutting costs, rebuilding brand equity and right-sizing its exposure to volatile markets, incoming chief executive Stéphane de La Faverie has a lot to accomplish if he wants to reassure investors that the company’s best days are still to come.
A First-Day Agenda for Estée Lauder’s New CEO
From cutting costs, rebuilding brand equity and right-sizing its exposure to volatile markets, incoming chief executive Stéphane de La Faverie has a lot to accomplish if he wants to reassure investors that the company’s best days are still to come.
Beauty
Stéphane de La Faverie Named CEO of Estée Lauder Companies
The longtime Lauder executive, who will take the top job on Jan. 1, 2025, will be tasked with strengthening the company’s weak post-pandemic recovery.
Stéphane de La Faverie Named CEO of Estée Lauder Companies
The longtime Lauder executive, who will take the top job on Jan. 1, 2025, will be tasked with strengthening the company’s weak post-pandemic recovery.
Workplace & Talent
How to Design Wellness Programmes Employees Actually Use
Rather than offering gym memberships and spa days as purely superficial perks, fashion firms must learn to treat wellness as a business tool that truly enhances employee happiness and productivity.
How to Design Wellness Programmes Employees Actually Use
Rather than offering gym memberships and spa days as purely superficial perks, fashion firms must learn to treat wellness as a business tool that truly enhances employee happiness and productivity.
Sports
Case Study | The Strategy That Brought Adidas Back From the Brink
Adidas has mounted one of the more remarkable turnarounds in recent memory after facing a crisis two years ago from the end of its Yeezy business. BoF spoke to chief executive Bjørn Gulden and other members of Adidas’ leadership to unpack how a series of bold decisions on products like its Samba sneaker, a move to refocus the brand on athletes and internal shifts brought Adidas back from the brink.
Case Study | The Strategy That Brought Adidas Back From the Brink
Adidas has mounted one of the more remarkable turnarounds in recent memory after facing a crisis two years ago from the end of its Yeezy business. BoF spoke to chief executive Bjørn Gulden and other members of Adidas’ leadership to unpack how a series of bold decisions on products like its Samba sneaker, a move to refocus the brand on athletes and internal shifts brought Adidas back from the brink.
News & Analysis
Why I’m Excited About BoF VOICES 2024
Join us at BoF VOICES from November 12-14 to learn from Jacquemus, Valentino and Skims
Why I’m Excited About BoF VOICES 2024
Join us at BoF VOICES from November 12-14 to learn from Jacquemus, Valentino and Skims
Retail
Apple CEO’s Other Job: Helping Turn Nike Around
Apple chief Tim Cook, the longest-tenured member of Nike’s board of directors, is helping guide co-founder Phil Knight and executive chairman Mark Parker through one of the sportswear giant’s toughest years ever.
Apple CEO’s Other Job: Helping Turn Nike Around
Apple chief Tim Cook, the longest-tenured member of Nike’s board of directors, is helping guide co-founder Phil Knight and executive chairman Mark Parker through one of the sportswear giant’s toughest years ever.
Retail
How Mytheresa Can Make Its YNAP Deal Work
The German e-tailer’s deal to acquire the London-based luxury site, and become a global luxury e-commerce giant, is only as viable as its ability to make the whole enterprise profitable. BoF unpacks what it could take to get there.
How Mytheresa Can Make Its YNAP Deal Work
The German e-tailer’s deal to acquire the London-based luxury site, and become a global luxury e-commerce giant, is only as viable as its ability to make the whole enterprise profitable. BoF unpacks what it could take to get there.
Partner Content
Unlocking Innovative Pathways for the Beauty Professionals of Tomorrow
The award-winning educational programme Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is designed to provide accelerated and affordable pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Now, BoF speaks to founder and CEO Francis Tesmer and three of its graduates to learn how Lead is shaping the future for beauty professionals.
Unlocking Innovative Pathways for the Beauty Professionals of Tomorrow
The award-winning educational programme Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is designed to provide accelerated and affordable pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Now, BoF speaks to founder and CEO Francis Tesmer and three of its graduates to learn how Lead is shaping the future for beauty professionals.
The News in Brief
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.
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.