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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Luxury
Weddings Are Changing. Can Designers Keep Up?
As the traditional bridal industry loses touch with Millennials, newcomers are reaping the rewards.
Weddings Are Changing. Can Designers Keep Up?
As the traditional bridal industry loses touch with Millennials, newcomers are reaping the rewards.
Luxury
The BoF Podcast: Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Deepika Padukone on India’s Astonishing Wedding Industry
To mark the recent launch of BoF's latest print issue celebrating 'Modern Entrepreneurs," Imran Amed sits down with leading Indian bridal designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee and actress Deepika Padukone to discuss India's $50 billion bridal market.
The BoF Podcast: Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Deepika Padukone on India’s Astonishing Wedding Industry
To mark the recent launch of BoF's latest print issue celebrating 'Modern Entrepreneurs," Imran Amed sits down with leading Indian bridal designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee and actress Deepika Padukone to discuss India's $50 billion bridal market.
News & Analysis
Meghan Markle Weds in Givenchy by Clare Waight Keller
The American actress wore a Givenchy gown, designed by artistic director Clare Waight Keller, as she wed Prince Harry.
Meghan Markle Weds in Givenchy by Clare Waight Keller
The American actress wore a Givenchy gown, designed by artistic director Clare Waight Keller, as she wed Prince Harry.
Global Markets
Tapping China's Colossal Bridal Market
Proportional to their income, Chinese couples spend more than Americans on their wedding, but navigating cultural differences around the occasion can be a minefield for Western bridal brands.
Tapping China's Colossal Bridal Market
Proportional to their income, Chinese couples spend more than Americans on their wedding, but navigating cultural differences around the occasion can be a minefield for Western bridal brands.
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Retail
High Street Retailers Step Up to the Altar
With off-the-rack gowns at competitive prices, retailers like Asos are targeting brides-to-be who are spending less on the dress.
High Street Retailers Step Up to the Altar
With off-the-rack gowns at competitive prices, retailers like Asos are targeting brides-to-be who are spending less on the dress.
Fashion Week
Oscar De la Renta Unveils First Bridal Line Since Designer's Death
On Saturday, Copping showed his first bridal line for Oscar De La Renta, a big occasion for a label known for dressing high-profile brides like Amal Clooney.
Oscar De la Renta Unveils First Bridal Line Since Designer's Death
On Saturday, Copping showed his first bridal line for Oscar De La Renta, a big occasion for a label known for dressing high-profile brides like Amal Clooney.
Marketing
The Same-Sex Wedding Opportunity
The same-sex wedding market is worth $1.04 billion in the US and $192 million in the UK alone. Why have fashion companies been so slow to tap the opportunity it presents?
The Same-Sex Wedding Opportunity
The same-sex wedding market is worth $1.04 billion in the US and $192 million in the UK alone. Why have fashion companies been so slow to tap the opportunity it presents?
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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.