LVMH-Backed L Catterton Agrees to Buy Majority Stake in Kiko
The private equity fund has entered into a definitive deal with the Percassi family, which will retain a “significant stake” in the business.
Masha Ma
The Other Cost of the Coronavirus
First and foremost a human tragedy, the long-term effects of the coronavirus look set to extend well beyond Chinese consumption.
Tricky Time to Invest in Chinese Assets
Sceptics worry that venture capital might be drying up in China. Where does that leave brands seeking investment in China’s emerging fashion industry? Read China Decoded to make sense of the market.
Chinese Investors Pile Into Global Fashion Businesses
In this month’s China Edit, BoF explores the flurry of activity from Chinese firms investing in the fashion sector.
Meet the Shanghai Eight
As Shanghai Fashion Week draws to a close, the city cements its position as the springboard for progressive Chinese design. BoF highlights eight of its most promising designers.
Why Asia’s Brightest Stars Struggle to Shine
Fashion weeks in Tokyo, Shanghai and Seoul showcase some of Asia’s most promising fashion talent, but many still lack global visibility.
Op Ed | The End of Orientalism
The Met’s new fashion exhibit in New York marks the end of the Orientalist era for Western designers, says Liz Flora.
Chengdu, China’s Next Fashion Powerhouse
In hot pursuit of China’s elite league, one city is sprinting ahead of its second-tier rivals, hoping to join the ranks of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Fashion Weeks Wage Global Talent Wars
The big four fashion weeks are competing more fiercely than ever to attract the best young designers from around the world.
Global Markets
China’s Elusive Fashion Capital, Part 1
Almost every major fashion country has one city that shines brighter than the rest. But China’s vast, diverse market defies the norm. In Part 1 of a two-part investigation, we examine the fashion capitals of Shanghai and Beijing. Next month, in Part 2, we explore Hong Kong and Guangzhou.
China’s Elusive Fashion Capital, Part 1
Almost every major fashion country has one city that shines brighter than the rest. But China’s vast, diverse market defies the norm. In Part 1 of a two-part investigation, we examine the fashion capitals of Shanghai and Beijing. Next month, in Part 2, we explore Hong Kong and Guangzhou.
In China, Showrooms Blossom
The wholesale business is finally getting more organised in China, encouraging the growth of a more robust domestic distribution network.
Chinese Fashion Industry Celebrates Launch of BoF China
SHANGHAI, China – Last night in Shanghai, fashion professionals reflecting the full spectrum of the Chinese fashion industry — including models Liu
Taking China's Temperature
When it depends on one nation more than ever before, how concerned should the global fashion industry be about a less-than-feverish Chinese market?
Company Snapshot
The rising Chinese designer, who assisted Alexander McQueen while at school, has a fluid, feminine aesthetic with industrial leanings.
The News in Brief
Zara Re-Enters Venezuelan Market
The company confirmed in January that it planned to restart activities in Venezuela in the first half of 2024 with local partner Grupo Futura.
EU Hits Fast-Fashion Giant Shein With New Digital Rules
The move means Shein could be liable for fines of as much as 6 percent of global revenue for violating the law, designed to curtail the spread of illegal content online.
Shares of Versace Owner Capri Seen Falling 30% If Deal With Coach Owner Tapestry Fails
Since the merger announcement, Capri has reported weaker-than-forecast earnings twice, spurring concern about its performance in the coming quarters.
Celine Adds To Fragrance Line-Up
The new scent, Zouzou, is the fashion house’s first new perfume since 2022.
Unilever Sales Rise More Than Expected, Led by Beauty
Unilever Plc sales jumped more than expected in the first quarter as Chief Executive Officer Hein Schumacher pushes ahead with his turnaround plan and shoppers come back to premium brands.
Biden Signs Possible TikTok Ban Into Law; ByteDance Vows Legal Challenge
President Biden signed the bill that gives China-based ByteDance 270 days to divest TikTok’s US assets or face a ban.
Google Postpones Phasing Out of Ad Cookies in Chrome Browser
The Alphabet Inc. company said in a blog post Tuesday that it’s still working with the ad industry and regulators on the plan.