Salomon President and CEO Franco Fogliato Steps Down
Salomon chief executive Franco Fogliato will depart the brand effective immediately due to personal reasons, parent company Amer Sports said Friday.
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Fashion Leaves the Trump Years Behind
This week, everyone will be talking about the incoming Biden administration, plus Prada and the rest of the men’s shows in Milan and Paris. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
Fashion Needs a Ceasefire in the Trade Wars
With Joe Biden preparing to reboot US trade relationships, a potential breakthrough in the Brexit deadlock and the creation of the world’s largest trade bloc in Asia, there is hope of one.
Biden Just Won a Narrow Victory. Is Washington Gridlock Good for Fashion?
This week, everyone will be talking about the results of the US election, the booming resale market, Singles Day and Farfetch's results. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
American Fashion Executives on What Happens Now
Post-election, industry executives sound off on what they need to focus on next.
With the US Election Still Undecided, What Happens to the Fashion Industry?
Industry analysts and advisors predict what’s in store, both in the short and long term, no matter who wins.
How Is Fashion Voting in the US Election?
This week, everyone will be talking about the US election, Richemont's latest results and the start of the holiday shopping season. Get your BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.
The US Election: What’s at Stake for Fashion?
The outcome of a highly contentious presidential race in a deeply polarised superpower has significant implications for the global fashion industry.
Luxury Giants Urge UK Chancellor to Rethink Tax-Free Shopping Ban
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The Risks and Rewards of Dressing American Politicians
In a polarised country, dressing political figures can boost brand awareness and sales, but it can also backfire.
Estée Lauder to Boost Black Hiring and Donations After Employee Complaints
The company will also donate $10 million over three years to the NAACP and other racial equality organizations.
Estée Lauder Workers Demand Ronald Lauder Ouster Over Trump Support
More than 100 employees asked for the removal of the American businessman, concerned about his political donations and impact on race relations within the company.
How Fashion Can Navigate 2020’s Political Minefield
For fashion brands with a global customer base, it's getting harder to stay neutral in the face of flashpoints like the Hong Kong protests and the US presidential election. Here's what to do.
The News in Brief
Picky Consumers Jilting Big Brands Are Unilever India’s New Risk
The Indian unit of Unilever Plc is battling a slowing rate of growth in revenue and profits while its share price is lagging.
Rent the Runway Eyes Record Jump as Earnings Spark Revival Hope
The stock surged as much as 226 percent in intraday trading Thursday after the company reported fourth-quarter revenue and adjusted earnings that beat Wall Street expectations.
CDC Reportedly Investigating Several Cases of Illnesses From Botox Injections
Health officials in Tennessee and Illinois this week said they were investigating cases of botulism-like illnesses that appeared connected to Botox injections received in a non-medical setting.
Nike Pins Hopes on Olympics to Win Back Market Share
The brand is hoping that Olympians breaking records in Nike gear could help push more shoppers to the label, which has seen slowed sales growth.
Three Films Produced by Saint Laurent Selected For Cannes Film Festival
Saint Laurent Productions announced it had co-produced three films chosen for the 77th Cannes Film Festival’s official selection in May.
Louis Vuitton Taps Wieden+Kennedy Veteran to Lead Communications
Advertising executive Blake Harrop is set to join Louis Vuitton as executive vice president, image and communications, according to an internal announcement seen by BoF.
Fashion Trust US Announces Second Round of Winners
Creators including Batsheva, Harbison Studio and Don’t Let Disco were honoured by the US off-shoot of Fashion Trust Arabia, a non-profit that supports emerging designers.