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.
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Bella Freud on Fashion and the Art of Getting People to Open Up | The BoF Podcast
The designer and podcaster joins Imran Amed to reflect on the emotional power of clothes, what Vivienne Westwood taught her about rebellion and how Fashion Neurosis has unlocked a new chapter in her creative life.
Bella Freud on Fashion and the Art of Getting People to Open Up | The BoF Podcast
The designer and podcaster joins Imran Amed to reflect on the emotional power of clothes, what Vivienne Westwood taught her about rebellion and how Fashion Neurosis has unlocked a new chapter in her creative life.
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Andrew Mukamal and the Rise of Method Dressing | The BoF Podcast
Celebrity stylist Andrew Mukamal tells Imran Amed how a childhood love of fashion as a ‘language’ — and years apprenticing in editorial — shaped the storytelling behind Margot Robbie’s ‘Barbie’ and ‘Wuthering Heights’ press tours.
Andrew Mukamal and the Rise of Method Dressing | The BoF Podcast
Celebrity stylist Andrew Mukamal tells Imran Amed how a childhood love of fashion as a ‘language’ — and years apprenticing in editorial — shaped the storytelling behind Margot Robbie’s ‘Barbie’ and ‘Wuthering Heights’ press tours.
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London’s Premier Party Photographer on the Art of Working a Room | The BoF Podcast
As camera phones and Instagram reshape access, control and distribution, Dave Benett speaks to Imran Amed about the enduring value of party photography.
London’s Premier Party Photographer on the Art of Working a Room | The BoF Podcast
As camera phones and Instagram reshape access, control and distribution, Dave Benett speaks to Imran Amed about the enduring value of party photography.
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Ib Kamara: ‘Europe Is Not the Centre of Everything. Where You Come From Matters.’ | The BoF Podcast
Ib Kamara reflects on migration, image-making, Virgil Abloh’s legacy and why young creatives from the Global South should trust their own taste.
Ib Kamara: ‘Europe Is Not the Centre of Everything. Where You Come From Matters.’ | The BoF Podcast
Ib Kamara reflects on migration, image-making, Virgil Abloh’s legacy and why young creatives from the Global South should trust their own taste.
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Why a Nice Tuxedo Doesn’t Cut It on the Red Carpet Anymore
Hollywood’s leading men are trading unassuming tailoring for a playful, but still refined, approach to event dressing.
Why a Nice Tuxedo Doesn’t Cut It on the Red Carpet Anymore
Hollywood’s leading men are trading unassuming tailoring for a playful, but still refined, approach to event dressing.
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Lessons on Purpose, Restraint and Responsibility | The BoF Podcast
In a commencement address to the 448 graduates of the Institut Français de la Mode, BoF founder Imran Amed shares key three lessons on navigating a career in fashion at a time of global turmoil and industry transformation.
Lessons on Purpose, Restraint and Responsibility | The BoF Podcast
In a commencement address to the 448 graduates of the Institut Français de la Mode, BoF founder Imran Amed shares key three lessons on navigating a career in fashion at a time of global turmoil and industry transformation.
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Exclusive: Véronique Nichanian’s Hermès Exit Interview
On the eve of her final runway show after 38 years at Hermès, Nichanian sits down with Tim Blanks to discuss her life at the French luxury powerhouse, designing for men as a woman, the ‘magic’ the fashion industry has lost, her successor Grace Wales Bonner and what comes next.
Exclusive: Véronique Nichanian’s Hermès Exit Interview
On the eve of her final runway show after 38 years at Hermès, Nichanian sits down with Tim Blanks to discuss her life at the French luxury powerhouse, designing for men as a woman, the ‘magic’ the fashion industry has lost, her successor Grace Wales Bonner and what comes next.
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DJ Black Coffee on Breaking Barriers and Building Global Credibility | The BoF Podcast
At BoF VOICES 2025, the South African DJ speaks with BoF founder Imran Amed about his path to global success and how he is reshaping perceptions of Africa through music, fashion and talent development.
DJ Black Coffee on Breaking Barriers and Building Global Credibility | The BoF Podcast
At BoF VOICES 2025, the South African DJ speaks with BoF founder Imran Amed about his path to global success and how he is reshaping perceptions of Africa through music, fashion and talent development.
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Brigitte Bardot, Icon of French Cinema and Style, Has Died
The actress and international sex symbol of the 50s and 60s became a style icon for her tousled hair, smoky eye and Riviera chic looks, contributing to the ‘French girl’ aesthetic marketed around the world.
Brigitte Bardot, Icon of French Cinema and Style, Has Died
The actress and international sex symbol of the 50s and 60s became a style icon for her tousled hair, smoky eye and Riviera chic looks, contributing to the ‘French girl’ aesthetic marketed around the world.
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Awar Odhiang on Joy, Inclusion and Her Viral Chanel Moment | The BoF Podcast
At BoF VOICES 2025, Awar Odhiang speaks to BoF founder Imran Amed about the gap between being celebrated publicly and understood privately, why inclusion has to extend behind the camera, and the boundaries she is setting to protect her sense of joy in an industry that rarely slows down.
Awar Odhiang on Joy, Inclusion and Her Viral Chanel Moment | The BoF Podcast
At BoF VOICES 2025, Awar Odhiang speaks to BoF founder Imran Amed about the gap between being celebrated publicly and understood privately, why inclusion has to extend behind the camera, and the boundaries she is setting to protect her sense of joy in an industry that rarely slows down.
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Antony Price: The Greatest Designer You May Never Have Heard Of
The late Price was often overlooked, but his work for Roxy Music helped to create one of the great before-and-after stylistic schisms in the history of popular music and power a new wave in fashion, writes Tim Blanks.
Antony Price: The Greatest Designer You May Never Have Heard Of
The late Price was often overlooked, but his work for Roxy Music helped to create one of the great before-and-after stylistic schisms in the history of popular music and power a new wave in fashion, writes Tim Blanks.
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Exclusive: Helmut Lang on Helmut Lang
The elusive arch-minimalist and master brand builder was never a man of many words. In a rare moment of candour, he talks to BoF's Tim Blanks about his career in fashion and his first and only retrospective.
Exclusive: Helmut Lang on Helmut Lang
The elusive arch-minimalist and master brand builder was never a man of many words. In a rare moment of candour, he talks to BoF's Tim Blanks about his career in fashion and his first and only retrospective.
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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.