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News & Analysis
Biden Just Won a Narrow Victory. Is Washington Gridlock Good for Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about the results of the US election, the booming resale market, Singles Day and Farfetch's results. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Biden Just Won a Narrow Victory. Is Washington Gridlock Good for Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about the results of the US election, the booming resale market, Singles Day and Farfetch's results. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
News & Analysis
The US Election: What’s at Stake for Fashion?
The outcome of a highly contentious presidential race in a deeply polarised superpower has significant implications for the global fashion industry.
The US Election: What’s at Stake for Fashion?
The outcome of a highly contentious presidential race in a deeply polarised superpower has significant implications for the global fashion industry.
Marketing
Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote
With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.
Why Fashion Brands Keep Telling You to Vote
With everything from $850 cashmere sweaters to screen-printed tote bags, brands are using ‘vote’ merchandise to connect with consumers.
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Marketing
The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians
In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.
The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians
In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.
Media
Who Is Fashion Stumping For in 2020?
While the Democratic nomination is still very much up for grabs, industry insiders are already showing public support for their favourite presidential candidates — and sometimes even taking things a step further.
Who Is Fashion Stumping For in 2020?
While the Democratic nomination is still very much up for grabs, industry insiders are already showing public support for their favourite presidential candidates — and sometimes even taking things a step further.
Marketing
Op-Ed | This Election Year, Politics Is Good Business
For decades, corporate neutrality was the norm, but with a presidential election looming in the US, 2020 is set to be different. If they take the right approach, businesses can turn the next 11 months into an authentic branding opportunity, argues Hildy Kuryk.
Op-Ed | This Election Year, Politics Is Good Business
For decades, corporate neutrality was the norm, but with a presidential election looming in the US, 2020 is set to be different. If they take the right approach, businesses can turn the next 11 months into an authentic branding opportunity, argues Hildy Kuryk.
Sustainability
As Climate Crisis Hits Tipping Point, Fashion Comes to Davos. Is It Enough?
Leaders from big fashion brands descended on the World Economic Forum for the first time with the climate crisis top of mind. But the elephant in the room was the fundamental tension between sustainability and growth.
As Climate Crisis Hits Tipping Point, Fashion Comes to Davos. Is It Enough?
Leaders from big fashion brands descended on the World Economic Forum for the first time with the climate crisis top of mind. But the elephant in the room was the fundamental tension between sustainability and growth.
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News & Analysis
Michael Avenatti to Face Nike Extortion Case
Prosecutors said the celebrity lawyer threatened to publicise claims of improper payments unless Nike paid him to conduct a probe.
Michael Avenatti to Face Nike Extortion Case
Prosecutors said the celebrity lawyer threatened to publicise claims of improper payments unless Nike paid him to conduct a probe.
Financial Markets
The Year Ahead: Macroeconomic Headwinds Put Companies on High Alert
Continued caution is advised as mounting underlying turmoil could disrupt relations among both developed and emerging market economies.
The Year Ahead: Macroeconomic Headwinds Put Companies on High Alert
Continued caution is advised as mounting underlying turmoil could disrupt relations among both developed and emerging market economies.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
The BoF Podcast: 2019’s Pivotal Fashion Moments
This week on Inside Fashion, BoF’s Imran Amed and Tim Blanks discuss the key themes and events that defined the global fashion industry in 2019.
China
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
The News in Brief
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.
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.