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
Donald Trump for President: America, Is This a Joke?
Donald Trump is turning the American political process into a reality show, and forgetting that thriving industries in the US like fashion are built in no small part by the work of immigrants and their offspring, writes BoF's Imran Amed.
Donald Trump for President: America, Is This a Joke?
Donald Trump is turning the American political process into a reality show, and forgetting that thriving industries in the US like fashion are built in no small part by the work of immigrants and their offspring, writes BoF's Imran Amed.
News & Analysis
Slimane, Gvasalia and the Power of Emotional Experiences
BoF's Imran Amed asks, in an age of fashion immediacy, can genuinely emotional fashion experiences — like those staged by Demna Gvasalia at Balenciaga and Hedi Slimane at Yves Saint Laurent — really be communicated at scale to millions of end consumers?
Slimane, Gvasalia and the Power of Emotional Experiences
BoF's Imran Amed asks, in an age of fashion immediacy, can genuinely emotional fashion experiences — like those staged by Demna Gvasalia at Balenciaga and Hedi Slimane at Yves Saint Laurent — really be communicated at scale to millions of end consumers?
News & Analysis
What is Christopher Bailey Really Worth to Burberry?
In his new combined role as chief executive and chief creative officer of Burberry, Christopher Bailey has come under fire from investors for his pay package. But what is he really worth to Burberry, and how can he quell the shareholder revolt?
What is Christopher Bailey Really Worth to Burberry?
In his new combined role as chief executive and chief creative officer of Burberry, Christopher Bailey has come under fire from investors for his pay package. But what is he really worth to Burberry, and how can he quell the shareholder revolt?
News & Analysis
Louis Vuitton and the Business of Globe-Trotting Cruise Collections
BoF sits down with chief executive Michael Burke and artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière to understand the thinking behind Louis Vuitton’s push into the ready-to-wear market.
Louis Vuitton and the Business of Globe-Trotting Cruise Collections
BoF sits down with chief executive Michael Burke and artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière to understand the thinking behind Louis Vuitton’s push into the ready-to-wear market.
Fashion Week
Autumn/Winter 2014 | The Season That Was
BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed looks back at the Autumn/Winter 2014 season.
Autumn/Winter 2014 | The Season That Was
BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed looks back at the Autumn/Winter 2014 season.
News & Analysis
The Sorrier State of Fashion Criticism
BoF's Imran Amed reflects on leading fashion critic Cathy Horyn's recent resignation from The New York Times.
The Sorrier State of Fashion Criticism
BoF's Imran Amed reflects on leading fashion critic Cathy Horyn's recent resignation from The New York Times.
News & Analysis
6 Tips for MBAs Trying to Break into the Fashion Business
As a new university term begins, BoF's editor-in-chief Imran Amed outlines 6 important pieces of advice for MBAs trying to break into the fashion industry.
6 Tips for MBAs Trying to Break into the Fashion Business
As a new university term begins, BoF's editor-in-chief Imran Amed outlines 6 important pieces of advice for MBAs trying to break into the fashion industry.
News & Analysis
Remembering Peter Kaplan, An Editor's Editor
Imran Amed remembers Peter Kaplan, editorial director of Fairchild Fashion Media and former editor of The New York Observer, who died of cancer last Friday.
Remembering Peter Kaplan, An Editor's Editor
Imran Amed remembers Peter Kaplan, editorial director of Fairchild Fashion Media and former editor of The New York Observer, who died of cancer last Friday.
Marketing
Reasserting the Role of the Fashion Press
Some fashion PRs are trying to control media coverage more bluntly than ever, says BoF’s editor-in-chief Imran Amed.
Reasserting the Role of the Fashion Press
Some fashion PRs are trying to control media coverage more bluntly than ever, says BoF’s editor-in-chief Imran Amed.
China
China's Constant Flux
Fresh from a circuit of Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, Imran Amed shares his first-hand observations on China’s fast-changing fashion market.
China's Constant Flux
Fresh from a circuit of Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, Imran Amed shares his first-hand observations on China’s fast-changing fashion market.
News & Analysis
Under the Radar in Antwerp
In town for the Flanders Fashion Institute’s “Fashion Talks” conference, Imran Amed reflects on the fashion ecosystem that has taken root in Antwerp.
Under the Radar in Antwerp
In town for the Flanders Fashion Institute’s “Fashion Talks” conference, Imran Amed reflects on the fashion ecosystem that has taken root in Antwerp.
News & Analysis
Making Sense of Burberry's Big News
BoF’s Imran Amed reflects on the surprise news that Christopher Bailey is set to take on the dual title of chief creative and chief executive officer, following the departure of Angela Ahrendts to Apple.
Making Sense of Burberry's Big News
BoF’s Imran Amed reflects on the surprise news that Christopher Bailey is set to take on the dual title of chief creative and chief executive officer, following the departure of Angela Ahrendts to Apple.
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.