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
Looking for Lightness at Alberta Ferretti
At the debut of the brand's demi-couture line, the designer's trademark lightness was weighed down by the profusion of embroidery and decoration which added visual richness at the expense of air and movement.
Looking for Lightness at Alberta Ferretti
At the debut of the brand's demi-couture line, the designer's trademark lightness was weighed down by the profusion of embroidery and decoration which added visual richness at the expense of air and movement.
Fashion Week
Two Voices at Versace
Donatella has done such a brilliant job of bringing the house’s ready-to-wear collections down to this island earth that her couture couldn’t help but disappoint.
Two Voices at Versace
Donatella has done such a brilliant job of bringing the house’s ready-to-wear collections down to this island earth that her couture couldn’t help but disappoint.
Fashion Week
The Genius of Vetements
Conscious of the fact that they were four months short of their usual schedule, the Gvasalias decided to call in the big guns, brands who embodied their product, to collaborate. The whole thing went right down to the wire.
The Genius of Vetements
Conscious of the fact that they were four months short of their usual schedule, the Gvasalias decided to call in the big guns, brands who embodied their product, to collaborate. The whole thing went right down to the wire.
News & Analysis
In the Wake of 'Brexit' Vote, Fashion Goes On
The long-term effect of last week's 'Brexit' vote will take years to reveal itself, but the shows go on with a jam-packed Paris haute couture week.
In the Wake of 'Brexit' Vote, Fashion Goes On
The long-term effect of last week's 'Brexit' vote will take years to reveal itself, but the shows go on with a jam-packed Paris haute couture week.
Fashion Week
Severity and Lushness
No longer couture’s best-kept secret, Bouchra Jarrar is still flying too far under the radar.
Severity and Lushness
No longer couture’s best-kept secret, Bouchra Jarrar is still flying too far under the radar.
Fashion Week
Couture's Melancholia
As ready-to-wear moves further upmarket, the culture of couture is fading away.
Couture's Melancholia
As ready-to-wear moves further upmarket, the culture of couture is fading away.
Fashion Week
The Storyteller is Back
John Galliano exhibits a natural affinity for Margiela's Artisanal collection.
The Storyteller is Back
John Galliano exhibits a natural affinity for Margiela's Artisanal collection.
Fashion Week
Fortuny’s Spirit
Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli burnished their own myth with an exquisite couture collection.
Fortuny’s Spirit
Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli burnished their own myth with an exquisite couture collection.
Fashion Week
A Sci-Fi Wuthering Heights at Armani Privé
The absolute confidence with which Armani delivered such a message was awe-inspiring — but that means he won't always please everyone.
A Sci-Fi Wuthering Heights at Armani Privé
The absolute confidence with which Armani delivered such a message was awe-inspiring — but that means he won't always please everyone.
Fashion Week
Chanel Goes Eco
Karl Lagerfeld insinuated wood shavings into the decoration for a serenely beautiful Chanel Haute Couture collection.
Chanel Goes Eco
Karl Lagerfeld insinuated wood shavings into the decoration for a serenely beautiful Chanel Haute Couture collection.
Fashion Week
How Haute Couture Went International
This season, fewer than half the couturiers showing in Paris are French. BoF investigates how haute couture has gone global and the opportunities for fledgling brands.
How Haute Couture Went International
This season, fewer than half the couturiers showing in Paris are French. BoF investigates how haute couture has gone global and the opportunities for fledgling brands.
Fashion Week
Valli's Floral Tribute to a Wounded Paris
The collection was an exquisite blend of streamlined, sculptural shapes and rococo flourishes.
Valli's Floral Tribute to a Wounded Paris
The collection was an exquisite blend of streamlined, sculptural shapes and rococo flourishes.
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.