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.
Natalia Vodianova
Stella McCartney Opens a Door
The collection had a vigorous breadth and depth, but also an imaginative flair that has eluded her in the past.
Mary Katrantzou's Big Bang
Show notes talked about aether, the breath of the gods, a celestial puff of air. But it wasn’t heaven that was conveyed.
Riccardo Tisci Builds His Own World at Burberry
High/low fuelled his debut last season, and it was delivered here with a quantum leap in polish. But as much as he talked about “writing the book of Burberry,” there were plenty of echoes of those early days at Givenchy.
Sensing the Great Beyond at Valentino
Pierpaolo Piccioli is making a habit of showing stupendously beautiful couture collections, overwhelming reason with transcendent grandeur.
Social Goods | Adidas Under Pressure to Drop Kanye West, Nike CEO Apologises for Workplace Culture
This week, Kanye West's slavery remarks spark outrage, meanwhile Nike chief executive issues apology after reports of poor workplace conduct.
Is a Revolution Finally Coming to Feminine Care?
A flurry of fashionable fem care startups are taking aim at Tampax.
The BoF Podcast Episode 37: Fashion and Philanthropy
Natalia Vodianova talks to BoF's Tim Blanks about how technology can better serve local charities around the world.
New Year, New You: Career Advice From Fashion Leaders
BoF asked fashion leaders including Dries Van Noten, Karlie Kloss, Dapper Dan and Natalia Vodianova for their advice on how to make the most of a career in fashion. Watch now.
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.
News & Analysis
Natalia Vodianova on Making Philanthropy Modern
Inspired by the rise of 'clicktivism,' the model launched Elbi, a charitable-giving app designed to democratise philanthropy. On stage at #BoFVOICES, she questioned how technology can better serve local charities around the world. Watch now.
Natalia Vodianova on Making Philanthropy Modern
Inspired by the rise of 'clicktivism,' the model launched Elbi, a charitable-giving app designed to democratise philanthropy. On stage at #BoFVOICES, she questioned how technology can better serve local charities around the world. Watch now.
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.
Natalia Vodianova: From Fashion Fairy Tale to Philanthropic Movement
The Russian supermodel nicknamed ‘Supernova’ for her spectacular rise will receive The Business of Fashion’s GLOBAL VOICES Award 2017 for her philanthropic and advocacy work.
Company Snapshot
Nicknamed 'Supernova', the Russian supermodel and philanthropist has been a muse for Tom Ford and Marc Jacobs, a regular Vogue cover girl, and scored lucrative cosmetics contracts and campaigns.
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.