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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Workplace & Talent
Tory Burch on Philanthropy, Innovation and the Changing Consumer
The American entrepreneur speaks about rapidly shifting consumer behaviour and preferences, with the backdrop of technological, political and economic upheaval.
Tory Burch on Philanthropy, Innovation and the Changing Consumer
The American entrepreneur speaks about rapidly shifting consumer behaviour and preferences, with the backdrop of technological, political and economic upheaval.
News & Analysis
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Chip Bergh on Steering Levi's Through the Uncertainties of 2017
The CEO of the iconic American denim and apparel brand speaks to BoF about managing through a time of unprecedented change and navigating the ongoing challenges in the US wholesale sector, while seizing the opportunities presented by new technologies.
Fashion Week
Men’s Fashion Month: The Names to Know
An exodus of major fashion houses from the official calendar means the next month of menswear shows will provide an opportunity for lesser-known designers to shine. BoF spotlights the season’s can’t-ignore talents.
Men’s Fashion Month: The Names to Know
An exodus of major fashion houses from the official calendar means the next month of menswear shows will provide an opportunity for lesser-known designers to shine. BoF spotlights the season’s can’t-ignore talents.
News & Analysis
Coach's Victor Luis on Brand Building for the Future
The chief executive of newly formed ‘modern luxury’ group Tapestry Inc speaks to BoF about competing in an uncertain world, the enduring power of brands and the challenges of managing off-price channels.
Coach's Victor Luis on Brand Building for the Future
The chief executive of newly formed ‘modern luxury’ group Tapestry Inc speaks to BoF about competing in an uncertain world, the enduring power of brands and the challenges of managing off-price channels.
Beauty
How Ryan Seacrest Went From American Idol to Selling $50 Million Worth of Menswear a Year
The mega entertainer is parlaying his on-camera success into a lifestyle empire that already includes a popular fashion brand. His next challenge? Getting ‘regular’ guys to buy into beauty.
How Ryan Seacrest Went From American Idol to Selling $50 Million Worth of Menswear a Year
The mega entertainer is parlaying his on-camera success into a lifestyle empire that already includes a popular fashion brand. His next challenge? Getting ‘regular’ guys to buy into beauty.
Luxury
Marco Bizzarri on How Gucci's Company Culture Fuels Business Success
The Gucci chief executive talks to BoF about how a culture of purpose and new ways of working underpin the brand’s impressive turnaround.
Marco Bizzarri on How Gucci's Company Culture Fuels Business Success
The Gucci chief executive talks to BoF about how a culture of purpose and new ways of working underpin the brand’s impressive turnaround.
News & Analysis
Bruce Weber Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations
"Weber was accused of sexual harassment by male model Jason Boyce in a lawsuit filed in December in New York State Supreme Court."
Bruce Weber Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations
"Weber was accused of sexual harassment by male model Jason Boyce in a lawsuit filed in December in New York State Supreme Court."
News & Analysis
Terry Richardson Under Investigation by NYPD After Models Accuse Him of Sex Assault
"A representative with Model Alliance further confirmed Tuesday that the advocacy group was contacted by police and is participating in an
Terry Richardson Under Investigation by NYPD After Models Accuse Him of Sex Assault
"A representative with Model Alliance further confirmed Tuesday that the advocacy group was contacted by police and is participating in an
News & Analysis
Michèle in Lamyland
How Michèle Lamy fused boxing, art and fashion for a knockout intervention at London’s Selfridges.
Michèle in Lamyland
How Michèle Lamy fused boxing, art and fashion for a knockout intervention at London’s Selfridges.
China
JD.com’s Richard Liu Decodes the Chinese Consumer
The JD.com founder and chief executive talks to BoF about the rapidly changing tastes and preferences of Chinese fashion and luxury consumers.
JD.com’s Richard Liu Decodes the Chinese Consumer
The JD.com founder and chief executive talks to BoF about the rapidly changing tastes and preferences of Chinese fashion and luxury consumers.
News & Analysis
The Best of BoF 2017 | People
To round off the year, we revisit the articles that sparked the most debate, yielded the biggest insights, and got the fashion industry talking in 2017. Today, we highlight some of our top profiles.
The Best of BoF 2017 | People
To round off the year, we revisit the articles that sparked the most debate, yielded the biggest insights, and got the fashion industry talking in 2017. Today, we highlight some of our top profiles.
News & Analysis
Demna Gvasalia on Authenticity, Irony and Resistance
Balenciaga's creative director and the founder of Vetements reflects on his success and staying true to his design ethos, courtesy of Vestoj.
Demna Gvasalia on Authenticity, Irony and Resistance
Balenciaga's creative director and the founder of Vetements reflects on his success and staying true to his design ethos, courtesy of Vestoj.
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.