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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Global Markets
China’s Rich Kids Get Entrepreneurial
The stereotype of China’s super-rich second generation continues to haunt many so-called “fuerdai,” who are criticised for their lavish lifestyles and vanity projects, but some are eager to disprove the notion they are spoiled slackers.
China’s Rich Kids Get Entrepreneurial
The stereotype of China’s super-rich second generation continues to haunt many so-called “fuerdai,” who are criticised for their lavish lifestyles and vanity projects, but some are eager to disprove the notion they are spoiled slackers.
Workplace & Talent
Gap Sinks After CEO of Ailing Flagship Brand Leaves
Jeff Kirwan, president and chief executive officer of the Gap brand, will leave the company and a search is underway for a replacement.
Gap Sinks After CEO of Ailing Flagship Brand Leaves
Jeff Kirwan, president and chief executive officer of the Gap brand, will leave the company and a search is underway for a replacement.
Workplace & Talent
Courrèges Names Artistic Director
After almost seven months without a creative head, the house has named Yolanda Zobel as successor to Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant.
Courrèges Names Artistic Director
After almost seven months without a creative head, the house has named Yolanda Zobel as successor to Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillant.
News & Analysis
Should Fashion Brands Bet on Star Designers?
There are advantages to hiring a star designer who knows how to feed the voracious publicity machine, argues Alexandra Shulman.
Should Fashion Brands Bet on Star Designers?
There are advantages to hiring a star designer who knows how to feed the voracious publicity machine, argues Alexandra Shulman.
News & Analysis
LVMH Board Member Pierre Godé Passes Away Aged 73
Pierre Godé, a long-time adviser to Bernard Arnault of French luxury group LVMH, has died after a long illness.
LVMH Board Member Pierre Godé Passes Away Aged 73
Pierre Godé, a long-time adviser to Bernard Arnault of French luxury group LVMH, has died after a long illness.
News & Analysis
Guess Chairman Denies Misconduct Toward Kate Upton, Other Women
In the aftermath of Upton’s remarks, Guess suffered its worst stock decline in more than five years.
Guess Chairman Denies Misconduct Toward Kate Upton, Other Women
In the aftermath of Upton’s remarks, Guess suffered its worst stock decline in more than five years.
News & Analysis
Kate Upton Accuses Guess Co-Founder Paul Marciano of 'Sexually, Emotionally Harassing Women'
"Upton first became a celebrity spokesmodel for the brand in 2011 following in the footsteps of Claudia Schiffer and Cindy Crawford."
Kate Upton Accuses Guess Co-Founder Paul Marciano of 'Sexually, Emotionally Harassing Women'
"Upton first became a celebrity spokesmodel for the brand in 2011 following in the footsteps of Claudia Schiffer and Cindy Crawford."
Fashion Week
Anne Chapelle’s Next Move: Rebooting Poiret
The Belgian businesswoman behind the rise of Ann Demeulemeester and Haider Ackermann has taken on a new challenge: resurrecting Paul Poiret.
Anne Chapelle’s Next Move: Rebooting Poiret
The Belgian businesswoman behind the rise of Ann Demeulemeester and Haider Ackermann has taken on a new challenge: resurrecting Paul Poiret.
News & Analysis
Is Wandler the Next Street Style ‘It-Brand’?
This month, our Spotlight shines on Wandler, an Amsterdam-based leather goods brand whose bold, architectural handbags have attracted interest from global retailers in its first season.
Is Wandler the Next Street Style ‘It-Brand’?
This month, our Spotlight shines on Wandler, an Amsterdam-based leather goods brand whose bold, architectural handbags have attracted interest from global retailers in its first season.
Luxury
Ronald van der Kemp Builds a Brand His Own Way
The Dutch designer’s label RVDK is the standard-bearer for haute couture's art of glorious one-offs and flights of fancy, celebrating creativity, craft and an obsession with the unique.
Ronald van der Kemp Builds a Brand His Own Way
The Dutch designer’s label RVDK is the standard-bearer for haute couture's art of glorious one-offs and flights of fancy, celebrating creativity, craft and an obsession with the unique.
News & Analysis
On Sex Abuse, We Are All Guilty
The fashion industry must take collective responsibility for normalising alleged sex offenders like Mario Testino and Bruce Weber.
On Sex Abuse, We Are All Guilty
The fashion industry must take collective responsibility for normalising alleged sex offenders like Mario Testino and Bruce Weber.
Workplace & Talent
Dame Ellen MacArthur on Building Momentum for Sustainability in Fashion
One of the world’s leading thinkers on the circular economy speaks to BoF about the growing momentum among fashion companies to commit to the principles of this restorative and regenerative movement.
Dame Ellen MacArthur on Building Momentum for Sustainability in Fashion
One of the world’s leading thinkers on the circular economy speaks to BoF about the growing momentum among fashion companies to commit to the principles of this restorative and regenerative movement.
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.