Allbirds’ Sales Dip Continues in 2024, Losses Narrow
Allbirds’ revenue dropped 28 percent year over year to $39 million in the first quarter of the year as demand for its sneakers remains weak, the company reported on Wednesday.
Halima Aden
The BoF Podcast | Halima Aden on Mapping Her Comeback
The Somali-American model joins Imran Amed to discuss her journey from a refugee camp in Kenya to the US to the top of the fashion industry — and what she’s learned since taking a step back.
Luxury
VOICES 2021: The Fashion System’s Push to Evolve
In the second session of BoF’s annual gathering, Balenciaga CEO Cedric Charbit, Ellen MacArthur, Tommy Hilfiger and others addressed virtual fashion, circularity and forging authentic collaborations. Elle announced it would stop publishing images of animal fur.
VOICES 2021: The Fashion System’s Push to Evolve
In the second session of BoF’s annual gathering, Balenciaga CEO Cedric Charbit, Ellen MacArthur, Tommy Hilfiger and others addressed virtual fashion, circularity and forging authentic collaborations. Elle announced it would stop publishing images of animal fur.
Why Clarisonic Failed
The recently discontinued L’Oreal-owned cleansing brush didn’t iterate and innovate, providing a valuable lesson for trendy device brands.
Workplace & Talent
Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO
This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.
Power Moves | Richemont Taps Former Givenchy CEO to Lead Fashion Division, Hugo Boss Names New CEO
This week, the luxury group appointed LVMH veteran Philippe Fortunato to oversee fashion and accessories, while the German suit maker tapped Daniel Grieder after his recent departure from Tommy Hilfiger.
At the #BoF500 Gala in Paris, Inclusivity Takes Centre Stage
Naomi Campbell, Adut Akech, Pierpaolo Piccioli, Karen Elson and other industry leaders from around the world celebrated the #BoF500 and inclusivity during Paris Fashion Week.
Can Carine Roitfeld Become a Brand?
As the ex-Vogue editor looks ahead to her legacy, her secret weapon is her son and heir apparent Vladimir Restoin Roitfeld.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
The Business of Fashion Podcast Episode 49: Modest Fashion
Halima Aden — the first hijab-wearing fashion model on the runways in New York and Milan — and Carine Roitfeld discuss modest dressing as a cultural and political issue.
The New Anatomy of a Magazine Cover
Big names don’t move issues like they used to, opening up opportunities for new and unexpected faces that make bold statements.
News & Analysis
VOICES 2017 Challenges Industry to Collaborate and Embrace Inclusivity Revolution
Fashion industry leaders joined economists, scientists, activists, innovators and catalysts from over twenty countries for the 2017 edition of #BoFVOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers. Watch the highlights.
VOICES 2017 Challenges Industry to Collaborate and Embrace Inclusivity Revolution
Fashion industry leaders joined economists, scientists, activists, innovators and catalysts from over twenty countries for the 2017 edition of #BoFVOICES, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers. Watch the highlights.
BoF Honours Natalia Vodianova with Global VOICES Award
Guests closed out the VOICES 2017 gathering at a Russian-themed gala celebrating the supermodel and philanthropist.
Inside VOICES 2017: 4 Key Themes Shaping Fashion and the Wider World
Global anxiety, the power of cross-industry collaboration, the inclusivity revolution and technology-driven innovation were the top themes at VOICES 2017, BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.
Company Snapshot
The first hijabi model to be signed to a major agency and walk international runways is redefining modest style.
The News in Brief
Shopify Falls on Surprise Loss, Hit From Logistics Unit Sale
After rallying more than 120 percent last year, Shopify shares have struggled this year after the company had projected higher operating costs than expected for this quarter.
Boohoo Dives Into Debt as Losses Soar to £160 Million and Sales Slump
The online fashion specialist said it had built up net debts of £95m in the year to the end of February – down from almost £6m of net cash a year before – after losses widened 76 percent to £160 million.
Levi Strauss Ends Lawsuit Against Italy’s Brunello Cucinelli Over Trademarked Tab
Levi notified a federal judge in Oakland, California on Tuesday that it was dismissing the case with prejudice, meaning it cannot be brought again. Settlement talks began shortly after Levi sued in January.
Puma Returns to Sales Growth in Americas Despite ‘Volatile’ Market
Demand for retro shoe styles such as 'terrace' has helped boost sales of sportswear brands like Puma and its rival Adidas at a time when the sector has been hit by weaker consumer demand and excess stocks.
Tylenol Maker Kenvue Beats Quarterly Profit Estimates, to Cut 4% Jobs
Kenvue beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Tuesday, and said it would cut 4% of its global workforce amid the Tylenol and Band-Aid maker’s efforts to expand its key brands.
Richemont Acquires Italian Jeweller Vhernier
Vhernier is small but Richemont has a history of turning small brands into success stories
TikTok Sues US Government to Block Divest-or-Ban Law
The company has argued that the law will stifle free speech and hurt creators and small business owners who benefit economically from the platform.