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Retail

French Department Store BHV to Open New Shein Stores in France

The physical shops will open in five other French cities, following on BHV’s opening of its first Shein location in its Paris flagship in November.

Retail

French Department Store BHV to Open New Shein Stores in France

The physical shops will open in five other French cities, following on BHV’s opening of its first Shein location in its Paris flagship in November.


Luxury

Is Armani Any Closer to a Stake Sale?

Half a year after Giorgio Armani’s death, it appears to be business as usual at the sprawling fashion empire while potential investors continue to circle with no firm bid in sight.

Luxury

Is Armani Any Closer to a Stake Sale?

Half a year after Giorgio Armani’s death, it appears to be business as usual at the sprawling fashion empire while potential investors continue to circle with no firm bid in sight.


Fashion Week

Milan Day One: Two Takes on Escapism

On the first day of Milan fashion week, Glenn Martens’ Diesel and Vivetta Ponti’s new project Venerdì Pomeriggio dealt with escapism and abandon in their own ways, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

Milan Day One: Two Takes on Escapism

On the first day of Milan fashion week, Glenn Martens’ Diesel and Vivetta Ponti’s new project Venerdì Pomeriggio dealt with escapism and abandon in their own ways, reports Angelo Flaccavento.


Beauty

L’Oréal, Sol de Janeiro and Dyson Among Firms Suing for Trump Tariff Refunds

The suits were filed on Monday in ​the ⁠US Court of International Trade, ticking up a growing list of prominent ⁠companies to file suit following Friday's landmark ruling.

Beauty

L’Oréal, Sol de Janeiro and Dyson Among Firms Suing for Trump Tariff Refunds

The suits were filed on Monday in ​the ⁠US Court of International Trade, ticking up a growing list of prominent ⁠companies to file suit following Friday's landmark ruling.


Luxury

Arnault Tightens Grip on LVMH as His Stake Crosses the 50% Mark

Now the Arnault family also has over 65 percent of LVMH’s voting rights.

Luxury

Arnault Tightens Grip on LVMH as His Stake Crosses the 50% Mark

Now the Arnault family also has over 65 percent of LVMH’s voting rights.


Retail

Saks Global CEO Says Top Brands Are Shipping Despite Bankruptcy

The goods come from more than 380 brands, including Burberry and those owned by luxury powerhouses LVMH and Kering.

Retail

Saks Global CEO Says Top Brands Are Shipping Despite Bankruptcy

The goods come from more than 380 brands, including Burberry and those owned by luxury powerhouses LVMH and Kering.


Global Markets

Worldview | Asia’s Garment Factories Brace for Renewed Tariff Chaos

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Jumia’s exit from Algeria, China’s JD.com and the Brazilian beauty brand that offloaded its Russian unit.

Global Markets

Worldview | Asia’s Garment Factories Brace for Renewed Tariff Chaos

This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Jumia’s exit from Algeria, China’s JD.com and the Brazilian beauty brand that offloaded its Russian unit.


Global Markets

Fashion Needs to Rethink Its Ramadan Formula

Middle East retailers are urging global brands to sync with customers’ rhythms during the Muslim holy month and move beyond marketing spectacle to more culturally grounded campaigns.

Global Markets

Fashion Needs to Rethink Its Ramadan Formula

Middle East retailers are urging global brands to sync with customers’ rhythms during the Muslim holy month and move beyond marketing spectacle to more culturally grounded campaigns.


Beauty

Can Marketing Stunts Breathe New Life Into Beauty’s Oldest Brands?

Household names like Gold Bond, Vaseline and Sunsilk are investing in new activations and partnerships to reach younger consumers. Do they really need to?

Beauty

Can Marketing Stunts Breathe New Life Into Beauty’s Oldest Brands?

Household names like Gold Bond, Vaseline and Sunsilk are investing in new activations and partnerships to reach younger consumers. Do they really need to?


Retail

Tariffs Are Down, But Uncertainty Is Back | The Debrief

The Supreme Court struck down US president Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs, only for new levies to take their place. BoF reporters Marc Bain and Cat Chen unpack what this means for prices, refunds and the supply chain.

Retail

Tariffs Are Down, But Uncertainty Is Back | The Debrief

The Supreme Court struck down US president Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs, only for new levies to take their place. BoF reporters Marc Bain and Cat Chen unpack what this means for prices, refunds and the supply chain.


Sports

An Unexpected Adidas Collab Makes Waves at London Fashion Week

Simone Rocha and Adidas team up to bring the first big surprise to the table for London Fashion Week.

Sports

An Unexpected Adidas Collab Makes Waves at London Fashion Week

Simone Rocha and Adidas team up to bring the first big surprise to the table for London Fashion Week.


Luxury

Zadig & Voltaire Names Dan Sablon Creative Director

Sablon, who serves as Vogue France’s cultural director-at-large, will show his first collection for the French fashion label in March during Paris Fashion Week.

Luxury

Zadig & Voltaire Names Dan Sablon Creative Director

Sablon, who serves as Vogue France’s cultural director-at-large, will show his first collection for the French fashion label in March during Paris Fashion Week.