De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
Briefings
Retail
The Zara-Fication of John Galliano
Fashion’s enfant terrible is trading exclusivity for the mass market. Is it the ultimate fashion coup, or the final surrender of prestige?
The Zara-Fication of John Galliano
Fashion’s enfant terrible is trading exclusivity for the mass market. Is it the ultimate fashion coup, or the final surrender of prestige?
Sustainability
The Impact of War on Fashion’s Supply Chain
Textile hubs are already feeling the cascading risks of the conflict in Iran as Washington ramps up forced labour probes to revive tariffs, while decarbonisation in fashion’s factories might finally have a standard to go off of.
The Impact of War on Fashion’s Supply Chain
Textile hubs are already feeling the cascading risks of the conflict in Iran as Washington ramps up forced labour probes to revive tariffs, while decarbonisation in fashion’s factories might finally have a standard to go off of.
Sports
Virgil Abloh Archive Begins a New Era with Nike
Nike’s first official shoe release with the Virgil Abloh Archive begins its launch cycle this week.
Virgil Abloh Archive Begins a New Era with Nike
Nike’s first official shoe release with the Virgil Abloh Archive begins its launch cycle this week.
Luxury
What Happened at Coperni Owner Tomorrow Ltd.?
The London-based showroom-turned-brand incubator, which also owns Martine Rose, is being sold to Italy’s Andrea Ciccoli. Founder Stefano Martinetto breaks down the move for BoF in this week’s High Margin luxury newsletter.
What Happened at Coperni Owner Tomorrow Ltd.?
The London-based showroom-turned-brand incubator, which also owns Martine Rose, is being sold to Italy’s Andrea Ciccoli. Founder Stefano Martinetto breaks down the move for BoF in this week’s High Margin luxury newsletter.
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Beauty
Is Harper Beckham Beauty’s Next It Founder?
This week, Priya Rao examines Gen Alpha’s next big brand, Hiku.
Is Harper Beckham Beauty’s Next It Founder?
This week, Priya Rao examines Gen Alpha’s next big brand, Hiku.
Sports
Adidas’ Power Play Against Leakers
Adidas filed one of the strangest lawsuits that you’ll see in sneakers. It could have implications for how consumers get their information moving forward.
Adidas’ Power Play Against Leakers
Adidas filed one of the strangest lawsuits that you’ll see in sneakers. It could have implications for how consumers get their information moving forward.
Luxury
The Oscars Close Red Carpet Season
The 98th Academy Awards, and Vanity Fair’s revamped after-party, bring luxury brands’ red-carpet strategies to a crescendo. Plus, Lululemon reports quarterly results with the CEO job still vacant.
The Oscars Close Red Carpet Season
The 98th Academy Awards, and Vanity Fair’s revamped after-party, bring luxury brands’ red-carpet strategies to a crescendo. Plus, Lululemon reports quarterly results with the CEO job still vacant.
Retail
Is Quince Really Worth $10 Billion?
From $50 cashmere to Dom Pérignon champagne, the everything store for the aspirationally bougie is outrunning the ghosts of DTC past.
Is Quince Really Worth $10 Billion?
From $50 cashmere to Dom Pérignon champagne, the everything store for the aspirationally bougie is outrunning the ghosts of DTC past.
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Sports
Fashion Needs to Get Active in Women’s Sports
Women’s sports are booming and fashion is missing out, according to new analysis from Bank of America.
Fashion Needs to Get Active in Women’s Sports
Women’s sports are booming and fashion is missing out, according to new analysis from Bank of America.
Beauty
For Beauty Brands, What’s a Department Store Worth?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the world’s buzziest luxury department stores in Paris.
For Beauty Brands, What’s a Department Store Worth?
In Full Coverage, Priya Rao looks at the world’s buzziest luxury department stores in Paris.
Sports
Sportswear Won’t Escape the Impact of the Iran War
Gas prices won’t be the only thing rising due to the United States’ conflict with Iran. Prepare to feel the impact through some of your favourite fashion brands in the sportswear space too.
Sportswear Won’t Escape the Impact of the Iran War
Gas prices won’t be the only thing rising due to the United States’ conflict with Iran. Prepare to feel the impact through some of your favourite fashion brands in the sportswear space too.
Global Markets
This Week: Iran, Oil and Fashion’s Latest Supply Chain Crisis
The war has driven the price of crude to a nearly two-year high. Where it heads next will have major implications for the industry.
This Week: Iran, Oil and Fashion’s Latest Supply Chain Crisis
The war has driven the price of crude to a nearly two-year high. Where it heads next will have major implications for the industry.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.