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.
Grace Wales Bonner
Pierpaolo Piccioli, Grace Wales Bonner, Bella Hadid and Burberry Among 2022 Fashion Award Winners
The star-studded annual ceremony recognised a mix of established talent and rising stars, while also paying tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II.
The BoF Podcast | How Big Brands Choose Their Creative Directors
Louis Vuitton is expected to name its Virgil Abloh successor within weeks. Lauren Sherman quizzes Imran Amed on what luxury labels think about when recruiting top designers.
Jonathan Anderson, Aurora James, Samuel Ross and More Honoured at the Fashion Awards 2020
Raf Simons and Muiccia Prada were also among the 20 industry stars recognised at the annual ceremony, which has been reimagined for the pandemic.
Trouble Brewing for America’s Luxury Sector
Covid-19 has exacerbated pre-existing weaknesses for America’s big luxury players, while US President Donald Trump’s gross mismanagement of the pandemic is only deepening the damage.
Jonathan Anderson: 'I Don’t Care What the Industry Thinks Anymore'
'If you’re a brand now and you have no humility, no honesty, you’re completely screwed,' the designer tells Tim Blanks as they discuss Loewe's Spring 2020/2021 collection.
How the Wholesale Crisis Could Benefit Independent Fashion Brands
Post-pandemic, a further shift away from wholesale by bigger labels could benefit emerging brands. But there will be a sting in the tail for some.
A-Cold-Wall Plots Next Chapter in Milan
As designer Samuel Ross prepares his luxury streetwear brand for its next stage of growth, he’s sharpening and humanizing his approach.
Reconciling Worlds at Wales Bonner
Grace Wales Bonner insisted that she herself is more playful now, and it certainly seemed that way.
Thebe Magugu First LVMH Prize Recipient From Africa
South African designer Thebe Magugu has been awarded the LVMH Prize, and will receive €300,000 and a year-long mentorship.
The Best Global Jobs in Menswear
As the season comes to a close, the market forces that will define the future of menswear are becoming more apparent — as are the job opportunities they will create.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
Men Are Changing. Are Brands Keeping Up?
Brands and advertisers have invested billions in constructing an image of manhood defined by strength and power. But the mainstream perception of masculinity is changing, with icons like Timothée Chalamet reflecting the new look and attitude.
Company Snapshot
The LVMH Prize-winning menswear designer is tipped as one of the most promising newcomers in the world of fashion.
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.