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.
Vanessa Traina
Why Khaite Is Killing It
While others are abandoning New York Fashion Week, designer Catherine Holstein is using the platform to her advantage, one of the many ways she stands out in a competitive luxury market.
Amid Changes at The Line, Parent Company Raises $100 Million
Assembled Brands, which finances early stage ventures, will focus on funding consumer-product startups, with the intent of extending far beyond fashion.
The RealReal’s First Permanent Store Will Mix Consignment with Community
Opening in New York on Friday, the shop will feature over 400 new pieces every day, as well as valuation services, drinks and monthly installations from outside partners.
The Business of Apartment Stores
Luxury brands and retailers have been transforming stores into home-like spaces to build deeper connections with customers. Now fast-fashion is following suit.
In US, Independent Stores Stage a Comeback
The 2008 financial crisis put many local American retailers out of business, but the survivors are now stronger than ever.
At Once Familiar and New, Khaite Is a Study in Contrast
This month, our Spotlight shines on New York-based designer Catherine Holstein, whose Assembled Brands-backed label Khaite has attracted 50 influential stockists in its first 18 months.
The Business of Fashion Celebrates ‘America’
Industry leaders gathered together at a dinner to fête the latest special print edition examining the business of fashion in America.
#BoF500 — The New Class: Retailers
The best retailers curate and dramatise fashion collections to excite consumers to buy.
The New Front Row
BoF talks to PR powerhouse KCD to break down the new rules of seating arrangements through the lens of one of New York Fashion Week’s hottest shows: Proenza Schouler.
Could Altuzarra Become the Next Great American Brand?
Designer Joseph Altuzarra has gone from being a buzzy newcomer to a major contender. How far can his label go?
News & Analysis
BoF Exclusive | Grace Coddington to Step Down as Creative Director of American Vogue
BoF can exclusively reveal that the legendary stylist, who will assume the new role of creative director at large, is poised to take on a growing number of external projects alongside her styling duties at the magazine.
BoF Exclusive | Grace Coddington to Step Down as Creative Director of American Vogue
BoF can exclusively reveal that the legendary stylist, who will assume the new role of creative director at large, is poised to take on a growing number of external projects alongside her styling duties at the magazine.
Vanessa Traina’s Foray into E-Commerce
With her latest project, stylist and muse Vanessa Traina is lending her pared-back, modern aesthetic to curated e-commerce venture The Line.
Company Snapshot
The consultant, stylist and creative director oversaw the product line-up at luxury lifestyle store The Line.
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.