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.
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News & Analysis
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
Luxury
Ralph Lauren Falls as CEO Exits
Ralph Lauren announced that president and chief executive officer Stefan Larsson would leave the company on May 1, as shares fell by more than 11 percent.
Ralph Lauren Falls as CEO Exits
Ralph Lauren announced that president and chief executive officer Stefan Larsson would leave the company on May 1, as shares fell by more than 11 percent.
Luxury
Fashion's Top 10 Newsmakers of 2016
BoF breaks down the people behind the biggest fashion stories of the year.
Fashion's Top 10 Newsmakers of 2016
BoF breaks down the people behind the biggest fashion stories of the year.
Luxury
Is Natalie Massenet Joining Farfetch?
The Daily Mail reports that Natalie Massenet is set to join Farfetch — a move that would place her back in the heart of luxury e-commerce.
Is Natalie Massenet Joining Farfetch?
The Daily Mail reports that Natalie Massenet is set to join Farfetch — a move that would place her back in the heart of luxury e-commerce.
News & Analysis
How A Group Of CEOs Plans To Solve Gender Inequality At Their Companies
"Technology may be pushing the rate of change ever faster, but so far, no app or bot has been able to accelerate the pace of parity for women in
How A Group Of CEOs Plans To Solve Gender Inequality At Their Companies
"Technology may be pushing the rate of change ever faster, but so far, no app or bot has been able to accelerate the pace of parity for women in
Luxury
Is Melania Trumping Trade Concerns?
Designers seem fixated on whether or not to dress Melania Trump, but the fashion industry should pay more attention to the protectionist trade policies espoused by her husband, the President-elect.
Is Melania Trumping Trade Concerns?
Designers seem fixated on whether or not to dress Melania Trump, but the fashion industry should pay more attention to the protectionist trade policies espoused by her husband, the President-elect.
Luxury
Bracing for President Trump
‘America’s Brexit’ raises the spectre of more nativist Trump-style victories across the West, spelling tough times for the emotionally-driven luxury sector.
Bracing for President Trump
‘America’s Brexit’ raises the spectre of more nativist Trump-style victories across the West, spelling tough times for the emotionally-driven luxury sector.
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.
Luxury
Gauging China’s Rebound
Promising third-quarter results reflect renewed market momentum in China after years of slowing growth, yet the rebound is no panacea for the luxury sector.
Gauging China’s Rebound
Promising third-quarter results reflect renewed market momentum in China after years of slowing growth, yet the rebound is no panacea for the luxury sector.
Luxury
Richemont CEO, CFO to Retire As Profit Plunges
Chief executive officer Richard Lepeu and chief financial officer Gary Saage will both retire next year, as the company reported a decline in first-half profit.
Richemont CEO, CFO to Retire As Profit Plunges
Chief executive officer Richard Lepeu and chief financial officer Gary Saage will both retire next year, as the company reported a decline in first-half profit.
News & Analysis
Ferragamo Says CEO Norsa to Leave Post by End of 2016
Salvatore Ferragamo's chief executive Michele Norsa will leave his post by the end of the year after a decade at the helm of the company.
Ferragamo Says CEO Norsa to Leave Post by End of 2016
Salvatore Ferragamo's chief executive Michele Norsa will leave his post by the end of the year after a decade at the helm of the company.
News & Analysis
Inside the Zappos Holacracy
The Amazon-owned clothing and footwear retailer has adopted a new-fangled approach to management. Is it working?
Inside the Zappos Holacracy
The Amazon-owned clothing and footwear retailer has adopted a new-fangled approach to management. Is it working?
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.