Susanna Lau Joins System Magazine as Digital Editorial Director
The move comes as System owner Mike Obenson aims to turn what began as a bi-annual print title into a global media brand with a stronger digital offering.
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Troy Young Exits Hearst: What Happens Now?
The yet-to-be-named replacement for Young, who was the subject of a recent New York Times exposé documenting alleged lewd comments and other inappropriate behaviour, will be left to reckon with advertising-based publishing’s challenged business model.
Hearst Is Still Searching for an Editor for Harper’s Bazaar. Here’s Why.
Print’s challenges might not matter to some who dream of following in the footsteps of Liz Tilberis and Glenda Bailey. But many of today’s editors have other aspirations.
YouTube vs Instagram: Fashion’s Video Face-Off
In the brewing battle between YouTube and Instagram's new IGTV, which platform is better poised to win over the fashion market?
David Carey Is Leaving Hearst
The head of Hearst Magazines is stepping down at the end of this year after 8 years at the media company and heading to Harvard University.
The BoF Podcast: Inside the Hearst Media Empire with David Carey
President of Hearst Magazines David Carey speaks to Imran Amed about the magazine industry’s state of flux, as well as the opportunities and challenges of leading the Hearst media empire.
Glenda Bailey Talks Future of Magazines and Harper’s Bazaar 150th Anniversary
The longtime editor-in-chief, as well known for her clever take on imagery as she is for winning over advertisers, addresses everything from her rumoured retirement to the elements of a collectible issue.
The Great Media Shakeup
What does the unprecedented changing of the guard at Vanity Fair, Elle and Glamour spell for the future of fashion media?
Nina Garcia Appointed Editor-in-Chief at Elle
The creative director of Marie Claire will succeed Robbie Myers on September 18.
Robbie Myers to Exit Elle Magazine
According to sources, Hearst has already selected a successor and is set to make an announcement shortly.
Condé Nast, Hearst Adopt More Global Outlook
In a globalised world, major fashion publishers are evolving their approach to localisation.
A Wall Street Dealmaker's All-In Bet on Retail
At at time when the long, slow death of retail is accelerating, private equity investor Stefan Kaluzny runs the risk of staking his $3.5 billion firm to an industry that might just be doomed to fail.
Inside Condé Nast’s Digital Strategy
The publishing giant is finally on the digital offensive. But is it too little, too late? BoF sits down with chief executive Bob Sauerberg and chief digital officer Fred Santarpia.
Company Snapshot
He has expanded the company’s geographic reach by purchasing over 100 international editions from French media company Lagardère.
The News in Brief
Cascale Appoints New CEO
Former Under Armour COO Colin Browne has been appointed to lead the industry organisation formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition.
Estée Lauder Tempers Sales View Despite US, China Recovery
The company also beat Wall Street targets for third-quarter results, hinting at a recovery in demand for beauty and cosmetic products in the US after a long bout of inflation.
Mulberry’s Full-Year Sales Fall 4%
The British brand’s share price, which has fallen by almost 60 percent this year, declined by a further 4.5 percent in early trading on Wednesday
Report: Space NK Owners Hired Bankers to Explore Sale
Manzanita Capital has selected the investment bank Raymond James to conduct a sale of the premium British beauty retailer, per Sky News.
Next Sales Rise as Inflation Pressures Ease, Maintains Forecast
The British fashion and homewares company said Wednesday that full price sales climbed 5.7 percent in the first quarter, which was slightly ahead of an expected 5 percent rise.
Rabanne Owner Puig, Shareholders Raise €2.6 Billion in IPO
The listing drew orders for multiple times the number of shares available and is contributing to a broad resurgence of European initial public offerings.
Bella Hadid Launches Fragrance Line
The line, Orebella, launches on May 2 with a selection of three perfumes.