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
Stefan Cooke: Fighting Against the Hype
'Wearable, convincing and believable' sound far from ground-breaking, but the LVMH Prize nominees behind London-based brand Stefan Cooke are out to prove that craftsmanship isn’t dead.
Stefan Cooke: Fighting Against the Hype
'Wearable, convincing and believable' sound far from ground-breaking, but the LVMH Prize nominees behind London-based brand Stefan Cooke are out to prove that craftsmanship isn’t dead.
Fashion Week
‘The Next Sacai’ Takes on Paris
With a focus on reviving Japan’s declining textile industry, the Issey Miyake-trained designer Mame is readying to show her next collection during Paris Fashion Week.
‘The Next Sacai’ Takes on Paris
With a focus on reviving Japan’s declining textile industry, the Issey Miyake-trained designer Mame is readying to show her next collection during Paris Fashion Week.
News & Analysis
Miuccia Prada on Fashion, Football and Racism
Ahead of her Autumn/Winter 2019 show, the contrarian designer and billionaire businesswoman speaks exclusively to Tim Blanks about Prada’s response to its recent blackface scandal, the lack of honesty in fashion and why she loves football.
Miuccia Prada on Fashion, Football and Racism
Ahead of her Autumn/Winter 2019 show, the contrarian designer and billionaire businesswoman speaks exclusively to Tim Blanks about Prada’s response to its recent blackface scandal, the lack of honesty in fashion and why she loves football.
Beauty
Drunk Elephant Founder Says There Are No Shortcuts in Life
Amid reports that the skincare start-up is exploring a sale, founder Tiffany Masterson shares the best decision and biggest mistake of her entrepreneurship journey.
Drunk Elephant Founder Says There Are No Shortcuts in Life
Amid reports that the skincare start-up is exploring a sale, founder Tiffany Masterson shares the best decision and biggest mistake of her entrepreneurship journey.
Luxury
Peter Do’s Modern Female Sensibility
This month, our Spotlight shines on the Phoebe Philo protégé whose womenswear line won over top stockists with its modern staples and youthful tailoring.
Peter Do’s Modern Female Sensibility
This month, our Spotlight shines on the Phoebe Philo protégé whose womenswear line won over top stockists with its modern staples and youthful tailoring.
News & Analysis
Can Tiffany Boost Its Gen-Z Cred?
Tiffany & Co. chief executive Alessandro Bogliolo talks to BoF about improving the jewellery sector’s traceability record, mining data to build digital customer profiles and finding the right balance between design novelty and brand consistency.
Can Tiffany Boost Its Gen-Z Cred?
Tiffany & Co. chief executive Alessandro Bogliolo talks to BoF about improving the jewellery sector’s traceability record, mining data to build digital customer profiles and finding the right balance between design novelty and brand consistency.
News & Analysis
Why Hasn’t #MeToo Come for Ian Connor?
Despite multiple rape allegations, the former Kanye West creative consultant and current streetwear ‘it’-boy is still front and centre in the fashion business.
Why Hasn’t #MeToo Come for Ian Connor?
Despite multiple rape allegations, the former Kanye West creative consultant and current streetwear ‘it’-boy is still front and centre in the fashion business.
China
Sun Yun's Spiritual Take on Menswear
Offering a glimpse into a sacred world full of contradictions, the Hangzhou-based architect, interior designer and priest designs up-and-coming label Cornerstone.
Sun Yun's Spiritual Take on Menswear
Offering a glimpse into a sacred world full of contradictions, the Hangzhou-based architect, interior designer and priest designs up-and-coming label Cornerstone.
Retail
Ted Baker Slumps as Company Pledges Harassment Probe
The British fashion chain saw its stock dip following claims that its founder enforces a 'hugging' culture at the company.
Ted Baker Slumps as Company Pledges Harassment Probe
The British fashion chain saw its stock dip following claims that its founder enforces a 'hugging' culture at the company.
Sustainability
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
Sustainability Pioneer Stella McCartney to Receive BoF Global VOICES Award
As the world wakes up to ethical consumption, the sustainability pioneer — and pragmatist — has a blueprint for the future of sustainable fashion.
Beauty
Byredo Founder Says Grow Slow and Do Your Homework
Ben Gorham shares the best decision and biggest mistake of his entrepreneurship journey.
Byredo Founder Says Grow Slow and Do Your Homework
Ben Gorham shares the best decision and biggest mistake of his entrepreneurship journey.
Retail
J.Crew CEO Jim Brett Is Leaving the Company
Brett, who joined the ailing specialty retailer in July 2017, was in the midst of a turnaround plan. He'll be replaced by a temporary committee of senior executives.
J.Crew CEO Jim Brett Is Leaving the Company
Brett, who joined the ailing specialty retailer in July 2017, was in the midst of a turnaround plan. He'll be replaced by a temporary committee of senior executives.
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.