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.
music
News & Analysis
Adidas Ventures Further Into Lifestyle Gear With Zound Deal
The sporting-goods maker is venturing further into lifestyle products, as it teams up with Zound to sell headphones.
Adidas Ventures Further Into Lifestyle Gear With Zound Deal
The sporting-goods maker is venturing further into lifestyle products, as it teams up with Zound to sell headphones.
News & Analysis
Yang Li to Put Music Obsession Centre Stage at Paris Fashion Week Show
Singer Michael Gira will perform at the Chinese designer's Spring/Summer 2018 show at the Palais de Tokyo.
Yang Li to Put Music Obsession Centre Stage at Paris Fashion Week Show
Singer Michael Gira will perform at the Chinese designer's Spring/Summer 2018 show at the Palais de Tokyo.
News & Analysis
Justin O’Shea and Metallica Reunite on Music Merch
The collection will be unveiled Friday afternoon at London’s Selfridges with a guerrilla-style presentation.
Justin O’Shea and Metallica Reunite on Music Merch
The collection will be unveiled Friday afternoon at London’s Selfridges with a guerrilla-style presentation.
Technology
Will.i.am: 'A Tech Company is the Fashion of Tomorrow'
Will.i.am spoke with LVMH chief digital officer Ian Rogers about the intersection of music, fashion and technology.
Will.i.am: 'A Tech Company is the Fashion of Tomorrow'
Will.i.am spoke with LVMH chief digital officer Ian Rogers about the intersection of music, fashion and technology.
News & Analysis
Why Africa’s Musicians Are a Marketing Goldmine
Stylish, dynamic and extremely popular, Afrobeats stars are brand ambassadors for many multinationals in Africa but the fashion industry has yet to grasp their value.
Why Africa’s Musicians Are a Marketing Goldmine
Stylish, dynamic and extremely popular, Afrobeats stars are brand ambassadors for many multinationals in Africa but the fashion industry has yet to grasp their value.
News & Analysis
What Fashion Can Learn From Beyoncé
Fashion's formulaic approach to communications is holding it back, argues BoF's Imran Amed.
What Fashion Can Learn From Beyoncé
Fashion's formulaic approach to communications is holding it back, argues BoF's Imran Amed.
Marketing
At Festivals, Fashion Taps the 'Currency of Cool'
Music festivals like Coachella, which attract influential, social-media savvy audiences, can be powerful marketing platforms, but ‘festival fatigue’ is a real risk.
At Festivals, Fashion Taps the 'Currency of Cool'
Music festivals like Coachella, which attract influential, social-media savvy audiences, can be powerful marketing platforms, but ‘festival fatigue’ is a real risk.
Fashion Week
Making Frédéric Sanchez’s Fashion Show Mixes
BoF goes inside the mind of the man behind some of fashion’s most cerebral and carefully-curated soundtracks.
Making Frédéric Sanchez’s Fashion Show Mixes
BoF goes inside the mind of the man behind some of fashion’s most cerebral and carefully-curated soundtracks.
News & Analysis
Meet the Musicians in Maison Kitsuné’s Latest Mixtape
It used to be enough for a luxury fashion company to just make clothes. Now it’s expected to provide an entire experience, in-store and beyond.
Meet the Musicians in Maison Kitsuné’s Latest Mixtape
It used to be enough for a luxury fashion company to just make clothes. Now it’s expected to provide an entire experience, in-store and beyond.
Technology
Burberry Becomes First Fashion Brand to Launch Apple Music Channel
UK luxury-goods maker Burberry Group Plc introduced a channel on Apple Inc.’s music service in the latest example of the fashion and technology industries coming together.
Burberry Becomes First Fashion Brand to Launch Apple Music Channel
UK luxury-goods maker Burberry Group Plc introduced a channel on Apple Inc.’s music service in the latest example of the fashion and technology industries coming together.
News & Analysis
Can Maison Kitsuné Make Its Fox the Next Crocodile?
"With a number of store openings and collaborations planned for Maison Kitsuné in 2015, founders Masaya Kuroki and Gildas Loaëc hope to see its
Can Maison Kitsuné Make Its Fox the Next Crocodile?
"With a number of store openings and collaborations planned for Maison Kitsuné in 2015, founders Masaya Kuroki and Gildas Loaëc hope to see its
Technology
Behind Garage’s Tech-Infused Issue
Garage magazine’s latest print issue features animated covers and embedded films. Is the fusion of print and digital the future?
Behind Garage’s Tech-Infused Issue
Garage magazine’s latest print issue features animated covers and embedded films. Is the fusion of print and digital the future?
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.