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.
LONDON, United Kingdom — Earlier this week, LVMH confirmed the sale of Donna Karan to G-III Apparel Group, an unexpected move by the French luxury conglomerate, which rarely sells its brands. Chairman and CEO of LVMH's fashion group Pierre-Yves Roussel talked to BoF about the thinking behind the sale.
Meanwhile, Thakoon is gearing up for a direct-to-consumer reboot
In other news, this week, global youth media juggernaut Vice acquired Starworks Group, continuing its strategic push into fashion… According to Angelo Flaccavento, reflecting on digital's influence on fashion, the Internet is so bad it's awesome. Something to think about over the weekend.
1. Pierre-Yves Roussel on Why LVMH is Selling Donna Karan
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DKNY Autumn/Winter 2016 | Source: DKNY
LVMH's surprise decision to sell Donna Karan International was driven by an unsolicited offer at a high price and a poor fit with the group's luxury business model, says Pierre-Yves Roussel.
2. The Second Coming of Thakoon
Chief creative officer Thakoon Panichgul, president Lucy Yi and executive chairman Vivian Chou | Source: Courtesy of Thakoon
Designer Thakoon Panichgul, president Lucy Yi and investor Vivian Chou lay out the 'designer fashion now' strategy for the next iteration of Thakoon.
3. Vice Acquires Starworks, Adding to Fashion Arsenal
Vice has taken a controlling stake in Starworks Group | Illustration: BoF
Global youth media juggernaut Vice has taken a controlling stake in Starworks Group, creating a combined brand development and media offering targeting the fashion industry.
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4. Theory Gets Serious About Handbags
Theory will launch its first full-fledged handbag range this August, designed by Rory O'Hanlon | Source: Courtesy
Theory chief executive Andrew Rosen and creative director of accessories Rory O'Hanlon discuss their approach to the brand's first full-fledged handbag and accessories collection.
5. The Internet Is So Bad It's Awesome
Illustration: Paul Price for BoF
Internet culture has introduced a digital virus into a fashion realm that was once secluded, exclusive and excluding — both widening and limiting creativity, says Angelo Flaccavento.
6. Styling Politicians in the Age of Image Wars
Hillary Clinton wears a beaded coat by Andrew GN to give a speech at the Jacob Javits Center in March 2016 | Source: Shutterstock
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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.
Bogota-based Vanessa Gomez, the designer of A New Cross fashion label | Source: Ruven Afanador for B Capital
What's behind the growing international success of Colombian fashion designers?
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