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.
Web-Bargain Luxury Comes to Japan (WSJ)
"For decades, the model for selling luxury imported goods in Japan has been simple: plush surroundings, attentive service—and the 'Japan premium'... But the cozy system may be cracking, [thanks in part to] third-party websites to jump in with deep discounts."
Karl Lagerfeld cancels Paris show (Catwalk Queen)
"Instead, the designer is working on a new 'masstige' ready-to-wear collection in a bid to change the brand image into a more commercial line... The collection will be ready for A/W 2011, and will be sold online."
Richemont sales beat forecast, Asian demand soars (Reuters)
"Swiss luxury goods group Richemont's five-month sales jumped 37 percent, beating forecasts and confirming a rebound in the sector as wealthy Asians splash out again on top-end watches and jewellery."
Phillips-Van Heusen raises outlook (Reuters)
"Apparel maker Phillips-Van Heusen Corp posted an adjusted quarterly profit that surpassed analysts' expectations, helped by revenue gains in all three units, including its newly-acquired Tommy Hilfiger brand."
Anna Wintour Weaves Her Web (WWD)
"Just what Anna Wintour needed: another project. On the eve of New York Fashion Week and a mere two days before her brainchild, Fashion's Night Out... she is unveiling the new vogue.com."
From analysis of the global fashion and beauty industries to career and personal advice, BoF’s founder and CEO, Imran Amed, will be answering your questions on Sunday, February 18, 2024 during London Fashion Week.
The State of Fashion 2024 breaks down the 10 themes that will define the industry in the year ahead.
Imran Amed reviews the most important fashion stories of the year and shares his predictions on what this means for the industry in 2024.
After three days of inspiring talks, guests closed out BoF’s gathering for big thinkers with a black tie gala followed by an intimate performance from Rita Ora — guest starring Billy Porter.