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.
Videos
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Luxury
Matthew Williams: Don't Call Me a Streetwear Designer
At BoF VOICES, Matthew Williams of 1017 ALYX 9SM tells Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks why he’s more interested in ‘modern craft’ than streetwear.
Matthew Williams: Don't Call Me a Streetwear Designer
At BoF VOICES, Matthew Williams of 1017 ALYX 9SM tells Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks why he’s more interested in ‘modern craft’ than streetwear.
News & Analysis
Trisha Shetty: Human Rights, Human Wrongs
Showing up, speaking up, and continuing to stand in solidarity with those facing human rights violations is critical, the Indian social activist and lawyer urged on the BoF VOICES stage.
Trisha Shetty: Human Rights, Human Wrongs
Showing up, speaking up, and continuing to stand in solidarity with those facing human rights violations is critical, the Indian social activist and lawyer urged on the BoF VOICES stage.
China
Getting to Grips with China’s Streetwear Market
The founder of Chinese media, e-commerce and event platform Yoho! breaks down China’s fast-changing youth culture.
Getting to Grips with China’s Streetwear Market
The founder of Chinese media, e-commerce and event platform Yoho! breaks down China’s fast-changing youth culture.
Sustainability
Bulb’s Renewable Energy Revolution
Hayden Wood’s fast-growing start-up uses technology to help consumers lower their bills and be more energy efficient.
Bulb’s Renewable Energy Revolution
Hayden Wood’s fast-growing start-up uses technology to help consumers lower their bills and be more energy efficient.
Sustainability
Bolt Threads' Leather Alternative Is Now Globally Scalable
How can companies incite widespread environmental? change? Build a quality, scalable product, argues Bolt Threads Founder Dan Widmaier on stage at BoF VOICES.
Bolt Threads' Leather Alternative Is Now Globally Scalable
How can companies incite widespread environmental? change? Build a quality, scalable product, argues Bolt Threads Founder Dan Widmaier on stage at BoF VOICES.
Sustainability
Women Are at the Forefront of the Fashion Revolution
Veteran fashion journalist Dana Thomas took to the BoF VOICES stage to spotlight female leaders fighting against the climate crisis and lack of labour rights.
Women Are at the Forefront of the Fashion Revolution
Veteran fashion journalist Dana Thomas took to the BoF VOICES stage to spotlight female leaders fighting against the climate crisis and lack of labour rights.
Technology
Dude, Where Is My Flying Car?
Cars changed everything from shopping to warfare. What will the next chapter of mobility look like? Andrew Blau offers answers — and more questions — on stage at #BoFVoices.
Dude, Where Is My Flying Car?
Cars changed everything from shopping to warfare. What will the next chapter of mobility look like? Andrew Blau offers answers — and more questions — on stage at #BoFVoices.
Sustainability
Resale’s Growing Pains
According to GlobalData, the resale market will exceed $50 billion in 2023 — up from $24 billion last year. Max Bittner, CEO of the Paris-based reseller Vestiaire Collective, joins peer-to-peer platform Depop’s CEO Maria Raga in a discussion about the burgeoning resale economy moderated by BoF’s Sarah Kent.
Resale’s Growing Pains
According to GlobalData, the resale market will exceed $50 billion in 2023 — up from $24 billion last year. Max Bittner, CEO of the Paris-based reseller Vestiaire Collective, joins peer-to-peer platform Depop’s CEO Maria Raga in a discussion about the burgeoning resale economy moderated by BoF’s Sarah Kent.
Global Markets
Manufacturing in Africa Could Transform the Fashion Industry. But Who Would Benefit?
Several of the continent’s top fashion minds weigh in on the exciting opportunities and legitimate concerns that come with making clothes in the region.
Manufacturing in Africa Could Transform the Fashion Industry. But Who Would Benefit?
Several of the continent’s top fashion minds weigh in on the exciting opportunities and legitimate concerns that come with making clothes in the region.
Media
Juergen Teller: The Challenges of Radical Image-Making
At BoF VOICES, the German photographer sat down with Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks to discuss the beauty and tragedy of life, and the existentialism of his work.
Juergen Teller: The Challenges of Radical Image-Making
At BoF VOICES, the German photographer sat down with Editor-at-Large Tim Blanks to discuss the beauty and tragedy of life, and the existentialism of his work.
Media
Why Garance Doré Quit Fashion Week
The famous illustrator and street style photographer explained why she abandoned the front row on stage at BoF VOICES.
Why Garance Doré Quit Fashion Week
The famous illustrator and street style photographer explained why she abandoned the front row on stage at BoF VOICES.
Global Markets
Inside Iran’s Underground Fashion Industry
Tehran-based fashion designers Shirin and Shiva Vaqar joined Hoda Katebi, an Iranian-American activist who founded America's first apparel manufacturing co-op run by refugee women. They discussed the fashion industry in Iran, a country that has long been isolated from the Western world.
Inside Iran’s Underground Fashion Industry
Tehran-based fashion designers Shirin and Shiva Vaqar joined Hoda Katebi, an Iranian-American activist who founded America's first apparel manufacturing co-op run by refugee women. They discussed the fashion industry in Iran, a country that has long been isolated from the Western world.
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.