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
Are Mixed Gender Shows the End of Men’s Fashion Weeks?
As more brands combine their men’s and women’s shows, what is the future of standalone men’s fashion weeks?
Are Mixed Gender Shows the End of Men’s Fashion Weeks?
As more brands combine their men’s and women’s shows, what is the future of standalone men’s fashion weeks?
Fashion Week
Slimmer Pickings at the Men's Shows
As more and more brands integrate their men's and women's fashion shows, what is the future of men's fashion weeks?
Slimmer Pickings at the Men's Shows
As more and more brands integrate their men's and women's fashion shows, what is the future of men's fashion weeks?
News & Analysis
Neil Barrett: ‘It’s a Question of Constantly Perfecting Products That Men Buy Into’
With rigour and consistency, the designer has grown his independent business to a turnover of €90 million in 2015, up more than 50 percent from the year before.
Neil Barrett: ‘It’s a Question of Constantly Perfecting Products That Men Buy Into’
With rigour and consistency, the designer has grown his independent business to a turnover of €90 million in 2015, up more than 50 percent from the year before.
News & Analysis
Do Men Need GQ Style?
GQ Style editor-in-chief Will Welch and publisher/chief revenue officer Howard Mittman give BoF a first look at the revamped publication’s debut issue and its strategy.
Do Men Need GQ Style?
GQ Style editor-in-chief Will Welch and publisher/chief revenue officer Howard Mittman give BoF a first look at the revamped publication’s debut issue and its strategy.
Luxury
BoF Exclusive | Brioni Names Justin O’Shea Creative Director
BoF can exclusively reveal that Kering-owned luxury menswear label Brioni has appointed Justin O'Shea, former fashion director of MyTheresa, its new creative director.
BoF Exclusive | Brioni Names Justin O’Shea Creative Director
BoF can exclusively reveal that Kering-owned luxury menswear label Brioni has appointed Justin O'Shea, former fashion director of MyTheresa, its new creative director.
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | Zegna to Tap Alessandro Sartori
BoF can exclusively reveal that Alessandro Sartori will be appointed artistic director of Ermenegildo Zegna, overseeing the creative direction of all Zegna brands.
BoF Exclusive | Zegna to Tap Alessandro Sartori
BoF can exclusively reveal that Alessandro Sartori will be appointed artistic director of Ermenegildo Zegna, overseeing the creative direction of all Zegna brands.
Fashion Week
Narrative and Neorealism
In today’s “société du spectacle,” fashion shows increasingly resemble brutally concise theatre, sampling everything from war to the cult of the derelict.
Narrative and Neorealism
In today’s “société du spectacle,” fashion shows increasingly resemble brutally concise theatre, sampling everything from war to the cult of the derelict.
Retail
Why Orlebar Brown Turned to Franchising
Orlebar Brown has used franchising to expand its global footprint, gaining a first-to-market advantage in important geographies without expending capital on directly operated retail locations.
Why Orlebar Brown Turned to Franchising
Orlebar Brown has used franchising to expand its global footprint, gaining a first-to-market advantage in important geographies without expending capital on directly operated retail locations.
Fashion Week
French Federation Tightens Security Ahead of Paris Fashion Week
France's fashion federation is ratcheting up security at ready-to-wear shows during next week's Paris Fashion Week in the wake of November's attacks.
French Federation Tightens Security Ahead of Paris Fashion Week
France's fashion federation is ratcheting up security at ready-to-wear shows during next week's Paris Fashion Week in the wake of November's attacks.
News & Analysis
London's Westminster University to Launch 2-Year Menswear MA
In September, London's Westminster University will launch a two-year menswear MA, the only one of its kind in the world, led by tutor Ike Rust.
London's Westminster University to Launch 2-Year Menswear MA
In September, London's Westminster University will launch a two-year menswear MA, the only one of its kind in the world, led by tutor Ike Rust.
News & Analysis
Sneaker Brands Tap Mid-Priced Sweet Spot
New brands, from Filling Pieces to Greats, are tapping an underserved segment of men who want quality, stylish sneakers at a fair price.
Sneaker Brands Tap Mid-Priced Sweet Spot
New brands, from Filling Pieces to Greats, are tapping an underserved segment of men who want quality, stylish sneakers at a fair price.
News & Analysis
Supersize Me: Is There a Plus-Size Opportunity in Men’s Fashion?
The plus-size and menswear sectors have grown rapidly in the last few years — but is there a market for trend-driven plus-size men’s fashion?
Supersize Me: Is There a Plus-Size Opportunity in Men’s Fashion?
The plus-size and menswear sectors have grown rapidly in the last few years — but is there a market for trend-driven plus-size men’s fashion?
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.