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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Marketing
Behind Gucci’s All-Black Campaign Teaser
Recently released ‘audition videos’ for Gucci’s next ad campaign reveal a cast of nine black models, a significant shift for a brand that once got ‘two thumbs down for diversity.’
Behind Gucci’s All-Black Campaign Teaser
Recently released ‘audition videos’ for Gucci’s next ad campaign reveal a cast of nine black models, a significant shift for a brand that once got ‘two thumbs down for diversity.’
Luxury
Can Raf Go Mass?
This week, the fashion world caught its first glimpse of Raf Simons’ vision for Calvin Klein, raising questions about whether the designer can balance his personal aesthetic with the needs of the multi-tiered, multi-billion-dollar brand.
Can Raf Go Mass?
This week, the fashion world caught its first glimpse of Raf Simons’ vision for Calvin Klein, raising questions about whether the designer can balance his personal aesthetic with the needs of the multi-tiered, multi-billion-dollar brand.
News & Analysis
Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on What it Means to Be Intersex — and Why She’s Going Public
"Model Hanne Gaby Odiele talks about growing up intersex, her decision to go public — and her new mission of advocacy and support."
Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on What it Means to Be Intersex — and Why She’s Going Public
"Model Hanne Gaby Odiele talks about growing up intersex, her decision to go public — and her new mission of advocacy and support."
News & Analysis
Amber Valletta: 'Use Your Beauty and Your Brains'
The supermodel and actress joined BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks for a candid conversation at VOICES, BoF’s new annual gathering for big thinkers.
Amber Valletta: 'Use Your Beauty and Your Brains'
The supermodel and actress joined BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks for a candid conversation at VOICES, BoF’s new annual gathering for big thinkers.
Beauty
Social Goods | Maybelline Appoints First Male Ambassador, Bangladeshi Garment Workers Protest
This week, Maybelline named Youtube star Manny Gutierrez its first male ambassador, and garment workers protest world's lowest minimum wage in Bangladesh.
Social Goods | Maybelline Appoints First Male Ambassador, Bangladeshi Garment Workers Protest
This week, Maybelline named Youtube star Manny Gutierrez its first male ambassador, and garment workers protest world's lowest minimum wage in Bangladesh.
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.
News & Analysis
UK Model Agencies Fined £1.5 Million by Regulator Over Price Fixing
FM Models, Models 1, Premier, Storm, Viva, and their trade group, the Association of Model Agents, were fined a total of £1.5 million ($1.8 million) by the UK Competition and Markets Authority Friday.
UK Model Agencies Fined £1.5 Million by Regulator Over Price Fixing
FM Models, Models 1, Premier, Storm, Viva, and their trade group, the Association of Model Agents, were fined a total of £1.5 million ($1.8 million) by the UK Competition and Markets Authority Friday.
News & Analysis
Joan Smalls and Hari Nef on Discrimination in Fashion
Models Joan Smalls and Hari Nef shared their first-hand experience of the industry's issues with diversity and inclusivity.
Joan Smalls and Hari Nef on Discrimination in Fashion
Models Joan Smalls and Hari Nef shared their first-hand experience of the industry's issues with diversity and inclusivity.
News & Analysis
Models Face Bullying, Cruelty and Racial Discrimination at Castings
Casting director James Scully and others lifted the lid on a system that hires girls when they are little more than children and then disposes of them when they hit puberty in a power game where models are pawns.
Models Face Bullying, Cruelty and Racial Discrimination at Castings
Casting director James Scully and others lifted the lid on a system that hires girls when they are little more than children and then disposes of them when they hit puberty in a power game where models are pawns.
News & Analysis
Tyra’s Big Fierce Outrageous Goals
"The supermodel wants women to smize all the way to the bank with her direct sales beauty company. Who wins when Tyra’s on top?"
Tyra’s Big Fierce Outrageous Goals
"The supermodel wants women to smize all the way to the bank with her direct sales beauty company. Who wins when Tyra’s on top?"
News & Analysis
Is Fashion Finally Becoming More Diverse?
"The latest statistics from fashion month show that the women walking in fashion shows are - slowly - becoming more varied."
Is Fashion Finally Becoming More Diverse?
"The latest statistics from fashion month show that the women walking in fashion shows are - slowly - becoming more varied."
News & Analysis
Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner Are All Photographers Now
"Supermodels are increasingly deciding to go behind the camera, as well as in front of it. Is Instagram to blame?"
Bella Hadid, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner Are All Photographers Now
"Supermodels are increasingly deciding to go behind the camera, as well as in front of it. Is Instagram to blame?"
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.