The Business of Fashion
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
Is This Style's Sustainable Frontier? (Wall Street Journal)
"They are part of a growing social movement in the Nordic countries being led by NICE, the Nordic Initiative Clean & Ethical, created last November to promote the five countries as home to a sustainable and ethical fashion industry."
Hermès profits below expectations (Financial Times)
"French luxury group Hermès on Friday posted first-half profits below market expectations, hit in part by lower revenues from its financial investments and slower growth in certain markets."
Fashion blogs turn Internet into catwalk (China Daily)
"Before new trends from the catwalks and the streets arrive on the pages of the fashion magazines, they already are posted on the Internet. From secret tips on the hippest accessories to introductions of new artists and designers and styling tips for the perfect look, nearly everything can be found in fashion blogs."
Perry Ellis signs deal to distribute Pierre Cardin (Associated Press)
"Apparel maker Perry Ellis International Inc. said Thursday it inked a five-year licensing deal with S.A.R.L. de Gestion Pierre Cardin to find materials for, sell and distribute the Pierre Cardin brand for men's sportswear."
Fashion Designers Cut Out The Shop (Moscow Times)
"Modebadze is among a group of young designers who are increasingly exploiting novel marketing models, made possible by Internet communities and social networks, to sell their creations directly and avoid the overheads of traditional distribution chains."
From analysis of the global fashion and beauty industries to career and personal advice, BoF’s founder and CEO, Imran Amed, will be answering your questions on Sunday, February 18, 2024 during London Fashion Week.
The State of Fashion 2024 breaks down the 10 themes that will define the industry in the year ahead.
Imran Amed reviews the most important fashion stories of the year and shares his predictions on what this means for the industry in 2024.
After three days of inspiring talks, guests closed out BoF’s gathering for big thinkers with a black tie gala followed by an intimate performance from Rita Ora — guest starring Billy Porter.