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
How to Win Paris Fashion Week
As editors, buyers and VIP guests congregated at Paris Fashion Week after 18 months of mostly online shows, brands that tapped the power of physical events while experimenting with new formats had the most impact.
How to Win Paris Fashion Week
As editors, buyers and VIP guests congregated at Paris Fashion Week after 18 months of mostly online shows, brands that tapped the power of physical events while experimenting with new formats had the most impact.
Luxury
Paris to Salute Alber Elbaz
This week, everyone will be talking about the close of Paris Fashion Week, including a tribute to the late Alber Elbaz, plus the industry grapples with sustainable growth at the Copenhagen Fashion Summit.
Paris to Salute Alber Elbaz
This week, everyone will be talking about the close of Paris Fashion Week, including a tribute to the late Alber Elbaz, plus the industry grapples with sustainable growth at the Copenhagen Fashion Summit.
Direct-to-Consumer
The Original Direct-to-Consumer Brand Heads for the Exit
This week, everyone will be talking about Warby Parker going public via a direct listing, new designers at Paris Fashion Week and the premiere of BoF’s new television show.
The Original Direct-to-Consumer Brand Heads for the Exit
This week, everyone will be talking about Warby Parker going public via a direct listing, new designers at Paris Fashion Week and the premiere of BoF’s new television show.
Retail
The Obstacle Standing Between Retailers and Recovery
This week, everyone will be talking about widespread transport delays, the tail end of Paris Fashion Week and Adidas earnings.
The Obstacle Standing Between Retailers and Recovery
This week, everyone will be talking about widespread transport delays, the tail end of Paris Fashion Week and Adidas earnings.
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Fashion Week
Kering Brands Are Again Sitting Out Fashion Week. Is That the Right Move?
This week, everyone will be talking about who is, and isn’t, showing at Milan Fashion Week, plus financial results from some of the biggest new and old retail names.
Kering Brands Are Again Sitting Out Fashion Week. Is That the Right Move?
This week, everyone will be talking about who is, and isn’t, showing at Milan Fashion Week, plus financial results from some of the biggest new and old retail names.
Fashion Week
The Risks and Rewards of Live Shows at Paris Fashion Week
This week, everyone will be talking about the start of Paris Fashion Week, Savage X Fenty: The Sequel and rising pressure to rid fashion's supply chain of forced labour. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The Risks and Rewards of Live Shows at Paris Fashion Week
This week, everyone will be talking about the start of Paris Fashion Week, Savage X Fenty: The Sequel and rising pressure to rid fashion's supply chain of forced labour. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Technology
Who Will Buy TikTok?
This week, everyone will be talking about the future of TikTok, J.Crew's emergence from bankruptcy and a jump in Covid-19 cases in France. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Who Will Buy TikTok?
This week, everyone will be talking about the future of TikTok, J.Crew's emergence from bankruptcy and a jump in Covid-19 cases in France. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Fashion Week
Is Fashion Going Back to Normal?
The labels taking part in the Paris men’s showcase largely stuck to their aesthetic codes, presenting pragmatic and reassuring collections that felt like seeing an old friend, with some intriguing format twists, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Is Fashion Going Back to Normal?
The labels taking part in the Paris men’s showcase largely stuck to their aesthetic codes, presenting pragmatic and reassuring collections that felt like seeing an old friend, with some intriguing format twists, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
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Fashion Week
Op-Ed | A Racist Incident at Fashion Week
A racist accusation at Paris Fashion Week was only the tip of the iceberg, recalls Tiffany Reid.
Op-Ed | A Racist Incident at Fashion Week
A racist accusation at Paris Fashion Week was only the tip of the iceberg, recalls Tiffany Reid.
Fashion Week
Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?
Even after physical shows return, many in the industry expect the use of digital communication tools will permanently shift the schedule, cadence and strategy of runway shows. Which platforms will emerge dominant?
Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?
Even after physical shows return, many in the industry expect the use of digital communication tools will permanently shift the schedule, cadence and strategy of runway shows. Which platforms will emerge dominant?
Luxury
London and Paris Men’s and Couture Fashion Weeks Cancelled, Milan Men’s Week Postponed
The Covid-19 epidemic is upending fashion weeks around the world.
London and Paris Men’s and Couture Fashion Weeks Cancelled, Milan Men’s Week Postponed
The Covid-19 epidemic is upending fashion weeks around the world.
Fashion Week
The BoF Podcast: A Fashion Month Unlike Any Other
As wildfires swept across Australia and the coronavirus spread across the globe, Imran Amed and Tim Blanks reflect on how the world’s uncertainties have informed the Autumn/Winter 2020 season.
The BoF Podcast: A Fashion Month Unlike Any Other
As wildfires swept across Australia and the coronavirus spread across the globe, Imran Amed and Tim Blanks reflect on how the world’s uncertainties have informed the Autumn/Winter 2020 season.
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.