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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News & Analysis
The Depraved Kindness of Rick Owens
The designer talks to BoF’s Tim Blanks on the occasion of his retrospective-meets-reckoning ‘Subhuman Inhuman Superhuman.’
The Depraved Kindness of Rick Owens
The designer talks to BoF’s Tim Blanks on the occasion of his retrospective-meets-reckoning ‘Subhuman Inhuman Superhuman.’
News & Analysis
Meet the Unsung Heroes of the World’s Biggest Fashion Houses
Fashion has long perpetuated a single creator myth, but behind every great designer is a team of designers, some of them powerhouses in their own right.
Meet the Unsung Heroes of the World’s Biggest Fashion Houses
Fashion has long perpetuated a single creator myth, but behind every great designer is a team of designers, some of them powerhouses in their own right.
News & Analysis
Cathy Horyn: 'I Support People Who Have Guts'
Fashion critic Cathy Horyn talks about navigating emerging designers, new media and nostalgia, courtesy of 1 Granary.
Cathy Horyn: 'I Support People Who Have Guts'
Fashion critic Cathy Horyn talks about navigating emerging designers, new media and nostalgia, courtesy of 1 Granary.
Marketing
Jil Sander's New Designers on the Future of the Brand
The fashion house has had its fair share of comings and goings. Now, Luke and Lucie Meier are reimagining the brand.
Jil Sander's New Designers on the Future of the Brand
The fashion house has had its fair share of comings and goings. Now, Luke and Lucie Meier are reimagining the brand.
Marketing
The Photographer Behind Benetton’s Ultra-Provocative Campaigns Is Back at the Brand
Oliviero Toscani is returning to the Italian brand, once known for its controversial politically progressive advertisements, amidst a wider cultural climate of increased polarization and activism.
The Photographer Behind Benetton’s Ultra-Provocative Campaigns Is Back at the Brand
Oliviero Toscani is returning to the Italian brand, once known for its controversial politically progressive advertisements, amidst a wider cultural climate of increased polarization and activism.
News & Analysis
The Jeweller Who Was Alexander McQueen’s Closest Collaborator
Together, Shaun Leane and Lee Alexander McQueen pushed boundaries and changed the perception of what jewellery or fashion could be. Now, Leane's archive is up for auction.
The Jeweller Who Was Alexander McQueen’s Closest Collaborator
Together, Shaun Leane and Lee Alexander McQueen pushed boundaries and changed the perception of what jewellery or fashion could be. Now, Leane's archive is up for auction.
News & Analysis
Cecilie Bahnsen’s Minimalist Femininity
This month, our Spotlight shines on Copenhagen-based womenswear designer Cecilie Bahnsen, whose artisanal, girlish womenswear label was a finalist in this year’s LVMH Prize.
Cecilie Bahnsen’s Minimalist Femininity
This month, our Spotlight shines on Copenhagen-based womenswear designer Cecilie Bahnsen, whose artisanal, girlish womenswear label was a finalist in this year’s LVMH Prize.
News & Analysis
How JJ Martin Became Milan’s Queen of Prints
La Double J has been a breakout star of the Milanese fashion world, but its formula for success is surprisingly simple.
How JJ Martin Became Milan’s Queen of Prints
La Double J has been a breakout star of the Milanese fashion world, but its formula for success is surprisingly simple.
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Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement
The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.
Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement
The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.
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ANDAM Appoints President to Succeed Pierre Bergé
Guillaume Houzé, Galeries Lafayette’s image and communication manager takes over from the Saint Laurent co-founder, who passed away in September.
ANDAM Appoints President to Succeed Pierre Bergé
Guillaume Houzé, Galeries Lafayette’s image and communication manager takes over from the Saint Laurent co-founder, who passed away in September.
News & Analysis
Paolo Roversi: 'Photography Is the Revelation of Another Dimension'
The legendary Italian lensman speaks to BoF about the poetry of his work, the power of the primitive photographic process and the importance of slowness.
Paolo Roversi: 'Photography Is the Revelation of Another Dimension'
The legendary Italian lensman speaks to BoF about the poetry of his work, the power of the primitive photographic process and the importance of slowness.
Retail
How a Designer Collaboration Transformed the Business of Le Specs
The once-sleepy Australian eyewear label is on track to become a $100 million brand, thanks, at least in part, to the blockbuster — and somewhat unexpected — success of its partnership with womenswear designer Adam Selman.
How a Designer Collaboration Transformed the Business of Le Specs
The once-sleepy Australian eyewear label is on track to become a $100 million brand, thanks, at least in part, to the blockbuster — and somewhat unexpected — success of its partnership with womenswear designer Adam Selman.
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.