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
"When the First Lady Wears an Up-And-Coming Designer, It Creates This Feeling That Anything Is Possible"
"Michelle Obama's stylist Meredith Koop opens up for the first time where she gives an insight into the logistics and thinking behind the first
"When the First Lady Wears an Up-And-Coming Designer, It Creates This Feeling That Anything Is Possible"
"Michelle Obama's stylist Meredith Koop opens up for the first time where she gives an insight into the logistics and thinking behind the first
News & Analysis
Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
In today's political arena where image is vital, Anna Wintour is advising US presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton on her wardrobe in her campaign against Donald Trump, BoF has learned.
Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
In today's political arena where image is vital, Anna Wintour is advising US presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton on her wardrobe in her campaign against Donald Trump, BoF has learned.
News & Analysis
Lotta Volkova: ‘There Are No Subcultures Anymore. It's About The Remix.’
Courtesy of 032c, BoF brings you a rare, in-depth interview with Lotta Volkova, the uber-stylist of Demna Gvasalia’s Vetements and Balenciaga.
Lotta Volkova: ‘There Are No Subcultures Anymore. It's About The Remix.’
Courtesy of 032c, BoF brings you a rare, in-depth interview with Lotta Volkova, the uber-stylist of Demna Gvasalia’s Vetements and Balenciaga.
News & Analysis
Alastair McKimm, Fashion's Street-Luxe Alchemist
BoF talks to the stylist and i-D fashion director — known for his melding of luxury and streetwear — on working with Self Service, Supreme and Saint Laurent incomer Anthony Vaccarello.
Alastair McKimm, Fashion's Street-Luxe Alchemist
BoF talks to the stylist and i-D fashion director — known for his melding of luxury and streetwear — on working with Self Service, Supreme and Saint Laurent incomer Anthony Vaccarello.
China
Success and Struggle for China's Creative Class
China’s fashion designers are making serious inroads abroad but why aren’t more of its photographers, stylists and other fashion creatives making a bigger global impact?
Success and Struggle for China's Creative Class
China’s fashion designers are making serious inroads abroad but why aren’t more of its photographers, stylists and other fashion creatives making a bigger global impact?
Fashion Week
The Business of Balmain's Big Hair Swap
Behind Balmain’s Kendall-Gigi ‘hair swap’ is the largely unknown Balmain Hair Couture line, once a licensing business, which its owners say now operates ‘like a division of Balmain’ and has plans to expand.
The Business of Balmain's Big Hair Swap
Behind Balmain’s Kendall-Gigi ‘hair swap’ is the largely unknown Balmain Hair Couture line, once a licensing business, which its owners say now operates ‘like a division of Balmain’ and has plans to expand.
Workplace & Talent
How an Expensive Suit Can Make You Better at Your Job
Researchers have found that using brand-name gear can provide a noticeable placebo effect that could boost performance.
How an Expensive Suit Can Make You Better at Your Job
Researchers have found that using brand-name gear can provide a noticeable placebo effect that could boost performance.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Declan Chan, Style Director
Declan Chan, style director for Men’s Uno Hong Kong, says “Find your niche, and be consistent.”
Role Call | Declan Chan, Style Director
Declan Chan, style director for Men’s Uno Hong Kong, says “Find your niche, and be consistent.”
News & Analysis
Petra Flannery, Stylist to the Modern Stars
Known for zipping her clients Emma Stone, Claire Danes and Zoe Saldana into bold and atypical red carpet looks, the Los Angeles-based stylist shares her thoughts on the state of celebrity dressing.
Petra Flannery, Stylist to the Modern Stars
Known for zipping her clients Emma Stone, Claire Danes and Zoe Saldana into bold and atypical red carpet looks, the Los Angeles-based stylist shares her thoughts on the state of celebrity dressing.
News & Analysis
The Image-Masters Behind Hood By Air
Shayne Oliver’s Hood by Air has unleashed one of the most compelling new looks in fashion. But the aesthetic — not Oliver’s alone — is the result of an alliance of image-savvy collaborators.
The Image-Masters Behind Hood By Air
Shayne Oliver’s Hood by Air has unleashed one of the most compelling new looks in fashion. But the aesthetic — not Oliver’s alone — is the result of an alliance of image-savvy collaborators.
Workplace & Talent
Anaita Shroff Adajania, Fashion Director
BoF speaks to Anaita Shroff Adajania, the stylist behind the current Vogue India cover featuring Bollywood megastar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, about her career trajectory and the inner workings of fashion and film in India.
Anaita Shroff Adajania, Fashion Director
BoF speaks to Anaita Shroff Adajania, the stylist behind the current Vogue India cover featuring Bollywood megastar Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, about her career trajectory and the inner workings of fashion and film in India.
News & Analysis
Only Katie
Katie Grand, editor of Love, talks to Colin McDowell about her career, Kim Kardashian and making a fashion magazine in the Internet age.
Only Katie
Katie Grand, editor of Love, talks to Colin McDowell about her career, Kim Kardashian and making a fashion magazine in the Internet age.
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.