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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Sanahunt’s Oskana Moroz-Hunt on Developing Luxury Menswear in Ukraine
BoF sat down with Oksana Moroz-Hunt, president and founder of Sanahunt, to learn how the largest luxury store in Ukraine is developing its menswear business.
Sanahunt’s Oskana Moroz-Hunt on Developing Luxury Menswear in Ukraine
BoF sat down with Oksana Moroz-Hunt, president and founder of Sanahunt, to learn how the largest luxury store in Ukraine is developing its menswear business.
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Vashi Wants to Redefine the Fine Jewellery Model With Custom Diamonds and Corona Beer
The online jeweller is dispensing with display cases and security guards as it expands into brick-and-mortar shops, betting a more-relaxed experience will draw millennial customers.
Vashi Wants to Redefine the Fine Jewellery Model With Custom Diamonds and Corona Beer
The online jeweller is dispensing with display cases and security guards as it expands into brick-and-mortar shops, betting a more-relaxed experience will draw millennial customers.
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Gucci Plants Its Flag in Soho
In an exclusive interview at Gucci's newest retail outpost, chief executive Marco Bizzarri explains why the brand is throwing out the "snobbish" luxury retail playbook in a bid to convince its internet-savvy customers there is still a reason to shop in stores.
Gucci Plants Its Flag in Soho
In an exclusive interview at Gucci's newest retail outpost, chief executive Marco Bizzarri explains why the brand is throwing out the "snobbish" luxury retail playbook in a bid to convince its internet-savvy customers there is still a reason to shop in stores.
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In a Direct-to-Consumer Era, What’s the Point of Showrooms?
Sales showrooms once existed solely to engage retail buyers. Now, they’re serving as yet another touchpoint with consumers.
In a Direct-to-Consumer Era, What’s the Point of Showrooms?
Sales showrooms once existed solely to engage retail buyers. Now, they’re serving as yet another touchpoint with consumers.
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Triple-Major, China’s Rule-Breaking Retailer
A pioneering force in China’s independent retail scene, the multi-brand boutique has become a byword for quirky cool in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu.
Triple-Major, China’s Rule-Breaking Retailer
A pioneering force in China’s independent retail scene, the multi-brand boutique has become a byword for quirky cool in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu.
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Swimming Against the Hong Kong Tide
Five years since Konzepp helped transform the sleepy Sheung Wan district into a hipster zone, owner Geoff Tsui is crossing the harbour to the buzzing quarter of Tsim Sha Tsui with his fourth niche boutique, located in Hong Kong’s K11 ‘art mall.’
Swimming Against the Hong Kong Tide
Five years since Konzepp helped transform the sleepy Sheung Wan district into a hipster zone, owner Geoff Tsui is crossing the harbour to the buzzing quarter of Tsim Sha Tsui with his fourth niche boutique, located in Hong Kong’s K11 ‘art mall.’
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In Shoreditch, All’s Good in the Hood
Seven years after it debuted as a small independent clothing boutique, East London-based Goodhood brings its eclectic and highly curated mix of fashion, accessories and home goods to a new 3,000 square-foot flagship, combining edgy lifestyle boutique with an intimate neighbourhood feel.
In Shoreditch, All’s Good in the Hood
Seven years after it debuted as a small independent clothing boutique, East London-based Goodhood brings its eclectic and highly curated mix of fashion, accessories and home goods to a new 3,000 square-foot flagship, combining edgy lifestyle boutique with an intimate neighbourhood feel.
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Korea's Tom Greyhound Lands in Paris
Korean multi-brand concept store Tom Greyhound has just opened its first international outpost in the Marais quarter of Paris. BoF investigates.
Korea's Tom Greyhound Lands in Paris
Korean multi-brand concept store Tom Greyhound has just opened its first international outpost in the Marais quarter of Paris. BoF investigates.
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Louis Vuitton’s Selfridges Townhouse Performs Delicate Balancing Act
Louis Vuitton’s new multi-storey "Townhouse" at London’s Selfridges offers an elevated, flagship-like brand experience inside one of the world’s most democratic and high-traffic luxury department stores.
Louis Vuitton’s Selfridges Townhouse Performs Delicate Balancing Act
Louis Vuitton’s new multi-storey "Townhouse" at London’s Selfridges offers an elevated, flagship-like brand experience inside one of the world’s most democratic and high-traffic luxury department stores.
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Inside Warby Parker’s First Offline Flagship
After experimenting with a series of offline "showrooms," trendy online eyewear company Warby Parker has launched it’s first physical flagship, complete with sensors that replicate online analytics, in New York’s Soho. BoF investigates.
Inside Warby Parker’s First Offline Flagship
After experimenting with a series of offline "showrooms," trendy online eyewear company Warby Parker has launched it’s first physical flagship, complete with sensors that replicate online analytics, in New York’s Soho. BoF investigates.
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H&M’s New Story
H&M's new Internet-inspired retail concept on Regent Street offers women a complete lifestyle brand at affordable prices.
H&M’s New Story
H&M's new Internet-inspired retail concept on Regent Street offers women a complete lifestyle brand at affordable prices.
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Machine-A Brings East London Fashion Talent to Soho
A new boutique stocking some of London’s newest fashion talents has just landed in Soho’s Brewer Street, bringing a jolt of creative energy to the city centre.
Machine-A Brings East London Fashion Talent to Soho
A new boutique stocking some of London’s newest fashion talents has just landed in Soho’s Brewer Street, bringing a jolt of creative energy to the city centre.
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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.