LVMH Names Deputy CEO of Beauty Division, Parfums Christian Dior
Philippe Farnier, a longtime LVMH executive, will step into the new role effective immediately, reporting to divisional head Véronique Courtois.
Opinions
Media
Op-Ed | Why I Chose Journalism Over Influencing
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Rachel Strugatz examines how fashion blogs went from creative outlets to multi-million dollar businesses — and why she decided to write about it rather than live it.
Op-Ed | Why I Chose Journalism Over Influencing
As part of our series reflecting on the 2010s, BoF’s Rachel Strugatz examines how fashion blogs went from creative outlets to multi-million dollar businesses — and why she decided to write about it rather than live it.
News & Analysis
Colin's Column | Tomes of the Times: Holiday Reading 2019
Colin McDowell shares his essential winter reading list, featuring everything from Tim Walker's 'out of this world' photography to Simon Doonan's deep-dive into the history of drag.
Colin's Column | Tomes of the Times: Holiday Reading 2019
Colin McDowell shares his essential winter reading list, featuring everything from Tim Walker's 'out of this world' photography to Simon Doonan's deep-dive into the history of drag.
Luxury
The Decade When Streetwear Rewrote the Rules of Luxury
As we head into 2020, streetwear's influence on the way fashion is bought and sold — not to mention the culture at large — remains strong, argues David Fischer, founder and CEO of Highsnobiety.
The Decade When Streetwear Rewrote the Rules of Luxury
As we head into 2020, streetwear's influence on the way fashion is bought and sold — not to mention the culture at large — remains strong, argues David Fischer, founder and CEO of Highsnobiety.
Luxury
Luxury’s Decade of Change
Over the past ten years, the global luxury market has been reshaped by the rise of China, the digital revolution, performance polarisation and consolidation, writes Luca Solca. What will the next decade bring?
Luxury’s Decade of Change
Over the past ten years, the global luxury market has been reshaped by the rise of China, the digital revolution, performance polarisation and consolidation, writes Luca Solca. What will the next decade bring?
Luxury
Op-Ed | What Does Your Brand Sound Like?
Despite the emotional power of music and the growth of streaming services like Spotify, fashion labels are missing the opportunity to create sonic signatures, argues Arman Naféei.
Op-Ed | What Does Your Brand Sound Like?
Despite the emotional power of music and the growth of streaming services like Spotify, fashion labels are missing the opportunity to create sonic signatures, argues Arman Naféei.
Luxury
Ralph Lauren and Brunello Cucinelli Are Up, Tod's and Richemont Disappoint
The luxury sector fared well this month, with hopes of a trade deal between China and the USA as well as increased M&A chatter adding to a predominantly positive results season.
Ralph Lauren and Brunello Cucinelli Are Up, Tod's and Richemont Disappoint
The luxury sector fared well this month, with hopes of a trade deal between China and the USA as well as increased M&A chatter adding to a predominantly positive results season.
Retail
In Brands We Trust: Why Companies Are the New Communities
Brands have a powerful opportunity to fill the void in belonging and meaning left by the decline of religion and eroded faith in government.
In Brands We Trust: Why Companies Are the New Communities
Brands have a powerful opportunity to fill the void in belonging and meaning left by the decline of religion and eroded faith in government.
Sustainability
Op-Ed | Buy, Don't Rent: The Virtues of Owning Clothes
The sharing economy promotes mindless overconsumption, argues Eugene Rabkin. Buy less, pay more and keep your garments for longer.
Op-Ed | Buy, Don't Rent: The Virtues of Owning Clothes
The sharing economy promotes mindless overconsumption, argues Eugene Rabkin. Buy less, pay more and keep your garments for longer.
Luxury
Op-Ed | The Fight for Margiela's Legacy
Two documentaries offer contradictory viewpoints on the notoriously secretive designer, raising questions on where the truth lies.
Op-Ed | The Fight for Margiela's Legacy
Two documentaries offer contradictory viewpoints on the notoriously secretive designer, raising questions on where the truth lies.
Media
Why Inez and Vinoodh Are ‘De-Digitalising’ Their World and Focusing on Humanity
While the prolific Dutch image-making duo were early to embrace digital technology, they increasingly believe in the importance of regaining humanity, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Why Inez and Vinoodh Are ‘De-Digitalising’ Their World and Focusing on Humanity
While the prolific Dutch image-making duo were early to embrace digital technology, they increasingly believe in the importance of regaining humanity, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Technology
Hiding ‘Likes’ Is Good for the Influencer Economy
The anticipated change to the way Instagram displays engagement could drive positive outcomes for influencers, followers and marketers, argues Amy Odell.
Hiding ‘Likes’ Is Good for the Influencer Economy
The anticipated change to the way Instagram displays engagement could drive positive outcomes for influencers, followers and marketers, argues Amy Odell.
Financial Markets
Upbeat Results Prompt a Relief Rally in the SLI
Hermès, LVMH, Moncler and Kering all saw strong quarterly results as success in other markets offsets loss of business in Hong Kong.
Upbeat Results Prompt a Relief Rally in the SLI
Hermès, LVMH, Moncler and Kering all saw strong quarterly results as success in other markets offsets loss of business in Hong Kong.
The News in Brief
Reliance Retail Acquires Pahadi Local
India’s largest retailer has acquired Himalayan skincare brand Pahadi Local amid a global surge in demand for Indian beauty and wellness.
Henkel Acquires Hair Care Brand Not Your Mother’s
The German consumer giant is expanding its US hair care presence with the the fast-growing, teen-favourite brand.
Muji Is Turning Skincare Into Its Next Growth Engine
The Japanese retailer is betting on its fast-growing, value-for-money skincare products to drive growth at home and abroad.
Fast Fashion Garments Pile Up in South Asia as Middle East Conflict Grounds Planes
Shipments of garments for major retailers are stranded at airports in Bangladesh and India as the conflict in the Middle East forces airlines cancel flights.
Saks Global to Shut 15 More Stores as Part of Restructuring
The luxury retailer, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will close more stores as it tries to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.
Nike’s Latest SEC Filing Revives Converse Sale Speculation
In a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company’s management has approved a plan for organisational changes expected to cost the brand nearly $300 million. One analyst posited the target could be its struggling subsidiary.
US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.