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.
menswear
Financial Markets
Nuo Capital Acquires Stake in Slowear
The investment will help the Italian fashion group double its turnover to €100 million in the next five years.
Nuo Capital Acquires Stake in Slowear
The investment will help the Italian fashion group double its turnover to €100 million in the next five years.
Media
Men's Media Courts the Streetwear Crowd
Can publications keep up with a community that increasingly lives on forums and social media?
Men's Media Courts the Streetwear Crowd
Can publications keep up with a community that increasingly lives on forums and social media?
Retail
Will the Launch of Madewell Men's Boost J.Crew?
President Libby Wadle breaks down the fast-growing label’s dual-gender strategy.
Will the Launch of Madewell Men's Boost J.Crew?
President Libby Wadle breaks down the fast-growing label’s dual-gender strategy.
News & Analysis
How Prada Is Riding Nostalgia and 'Ugly Fashion' to Turnaround
In recent years, Prada may have been too insider-oriented to grow, but investors have new faith in its turnaround efforts.
How Prada Is Riding Nostalgia and 'Ugly Fashion' to Turnaround
In recent years, Prada may have been too insider-oriented to grow, but investors have new faith in its turnaround efforts.
Luxury
Luxury Menswear Growth to Outpace Womenswear
Brands from Louis Vuitton to Balenciaga are courting male shoppers as the market becomes more competitive and lurches towards streetwear.
Luxury Menswear Growth to Outpace Womenswear
Brands from Louis Vuitton to Balenciaga are courting male shoppers as the market becomes more competitive and lurches towards streetwear.
News & Analysis
The Boys of Jacquemus
Ahead of the French designer’s anticipated first men’s show, Simon Porte Jacquemus speaks to BoF about the strategy for his menswear line.
The Boys of Jacquemus
Ahead of the French designer’s anticipated first men’s show, Simon Porte Jacquemus speaks to BoF about the strategy for his menswear line.
Luxury
Manolo Blahnik Bets on Men’s Shoes
The footwear designer is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20 percent of the business.
Manolo Blahnik Bets on Men’s Shoes
The footwear designer is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20 percent of the business.
News & Analysis
A Child of Comme Strikes Out on His Own
The Japanese designer Fumito Ganryu, who began his career at Comme des Garçons, spoke exclusively to BoF about the launch of his eponymous label debuting today at Pitti Uomo.
A Child of Comme Strikes Out on His Own
The Japanese designer Fumito Ganryu, who began his career at Comme des Garçons, spoke exclusively to BoF about the launch of his eponymous label debuting today at Pitti Uomo.
Fashion Week
A Silver Lining to London's Menswear Exodus
The absence of headline acts like Burberry, JW Anderson, Craig Green and Grace Wales Bonner has cast doubt on the future of London Fashion Week Men’s — but also made space for new talent to shine.
A Silver Lining to London's Menswear Exodus
The absence of headline acts like Burberry, JW Anderson, Craig Green and Grace Wales Bonner has cast doubt on the future of London Fashion Week Men’s — but also made space for new talent to shine.
Luxury
Behind the Scenes of the LVMH Prize
Tokyo-based designer Masayuki Ino of Doublet was crowned the winner of the French conglomerate’s fashion award, while Rok Hwang was awarded the special prize after three selection rounds over five months of competition.
Behind the Scenes of the LVMH Prize
Tokyo-based designer Masayuki Ino of Doublet was crowned the winner of the French conglomerate’s fashion award, while Rok Hwang was awarded the special prize after three selection rounds over five months of competition.
Luxury
Moda Operandi Expands Into Menswear
The launch is part of an ambitious growth plan for the New York-based e-tailer, which raised $165 million in 2017 and is preparing to enter Asia in 2019.
Moda Operandi Expands Into Menswear
The launch is part of an ambitious growth plan for the New York-based e-tailer, which raised $165 million in 2017 and is preparing to enter Asia in 2019.
Financial Markets
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Men’s Line
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur are expanding their cult label into men’s clothing and accessories.
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Men’s Line
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur are expanding their cult label into men’s clothing and accessories.
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.