EU Parliament Approves New Business Supply Chain Audit Law
EU lawmakers backed the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive by 374 votes to 235 against, with 19 abstentions.
Amy Odell
Is eBay’s Love Island Partnership a Sign of Fashion’s ‘Vibe Shift’?
Trend forecasters are calling an end to the age of excessive consumption, while the resale platform says its tie-up with the hit reality show has converted millions to secondhand shopping.
Media
The BoF Podcast: Highsnobiety to Partner with Prada on E-Commerce Launch
The streetwear platform plans to launch its own private label before the end of the year and projects that its online shop will account for 50 percent of overall revenue within five years. Founder David Fischer talks about the new initiative.
The BoF Podcast: Highsnobiety to Partner with Prada on E-Commerce Launch
The streetwear platform plans to launch its own private label before the end of the year and projects that its online shop will account for 50 percent of overall revenue within five years. Founder David Fischer talks about the new initiative.
Cosmopolitan Wants to be Known for More Than Sex Tips and Unicorns
The Hearst title's new digital director wants to set a fresh tone without sacrificing the viral content that’s made the website a success.
Could Richemont's Yoox Net-a-Porter Offer Spark a Bidding War?
The Swiss luxury conglomerate's surprise offer of €2.7 billion for full control of Yoox Net-a-Porter has put the e-tail giant in play.
Amy Odell Exits Hearst
Odell, who oversees Cosmopolitan.com, is leaving the publishing house and will be replaced by Marie Claire's site director Jessica Pels.
CNN’s Samantha Barry Named Glamour’s Editor-in-Chief
The news network’s head of social media will replace Cindi Leive as the head of the magazine.
Condé Nast to Fold Teen Vogue Print Amid Restructuring
Other titles, including GQ, W and Glamour, will reduce frequency as the stalwart publisher works to reimagine itself as a leading digital player.
Hearst’s President of Digital on How to Win the New Media Wars
Troy Young, president of Hearst Magazines Digital Media, identifies seven principles for building a successful media business for the internet age.
Fashion Industry Reacts to 'Devastating' Trump Victory
Members of the fashion community, from Diane von Furstenberg to Hari Nef, share their immediate reactions to the US presidential election result, with many voicing defiance in the face of uncertainty.
Power Moves | Alexander Wang Becomes CEO and Chairman, Interview CRO
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
Role Call | Kate Lewis, Editorial Director
Kate Lewis, senior vice president and editorial director of Hearst Magazines Digital Media, says "Fashion media is now about so much more than fashion."
What a Week in New York
Fashion theatre, consumer entertainment and a BoF event bringing the American fashion community together were all on the agenda in New York.
Company Snapshot
Following stints at The Cut and Buzzfeed, she grew readership among young, digitally-savvy women at the legacy title Cosmopolitan.
The News in Brief
Italy Fines Amazon 10 Million Euros for Alleged Unfair Commercial Practices
Amazon “significantly restricted consumers’ freedom of choice” by automatically pre-setting a ‘Subscribe and Save’ option, the regulators said.
Chilean Retailer Falabella Aims to Close Several Major Asset Sales This Year
The closure is part of the company's plan to raise $850 million to $1 billion and help improve its credit metrics, said chief executive officer Alejandro González.
Chinese Tourists Are Again Embracing International Travel
The return of China’s travellers has long been awaited in the travel industry, which is expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels this year by contributing $11.1 trillion to the global economy.
Playground Closes $2 Million in Funding Round
The intimate wellness brand completed its first institutional raise after seeing 700 percent revenue growth and is launching in Target.
Galderma Sales Top $1 Billion, Led by Injectables
The public company reported strong sales, as demand for its dermatological skincare and injectable products surged.
EU Parliament Approves Ban of Products Made With Forced Labour
The European Parliament approved rules on Tuesday to ban in the EU the sale, import and export of goods made using forced labour.
Unilever India Is Losing Foreign Shareholders on High Valuations
Global investors have cut holdings of Hindustan Unilever Ltd. to a four-year low as the company grapples with weak consumer demand and rising competition.