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Chanel is a French luxury fashion house founded by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel in Paris in 1910. The company is privately owned by the Wertheimer family and headquartered in Paris.

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Technology

Why Brands Are Sliding Into Your DMs

Companies are using personal exchanges via text, WhatsApp and Instagram to build a more intimate relationship with consumers.

Technology

Why Brands Are Sliding Into Your DMs

Companies are using personal exchanges via text, WhatsApp and Instagram to build a more intimate relationship with consumers.


News & Analysis

Power Moves | Inditex Confirms New CEO, M&S Names Fashion Lead

This week, Zara veteran Carlos Crespo is appointed CEO, while M&S taps Topshop fashion director.

News & Analysis

Power Moves | Inditex Confirms New CEO, M&S Names Fashion Lead

This week, Zara veteran Carlos Crespo is appointed CEO, while M&S taps Topshop fashion director.


News & Analysis

How to Make a Splash in a Crowded Pool of Swimwear Brands

With no clear market leader, dozens, if not hundreds, of brands are crowding into the category, from venture capital-funded start-ups like Summersalt and Andie to global fast-fashion players like Asos and Boohoo. Here's how to stand out.

News & Analysis

How to Make a Splash in a Crowded Pool of Swimwear Brands

With no clear market leader, dozens, if not hundreds, of brands are crowding into the category, from venture capital-funded start-ups like Summersalt and Andie to global fast-fashion players like Asos and Boohoo. Here's how to stand out.


News & Analysis

Chanel Hires Its First Diversity Chief

The French fashion house joins other major luxury brands in beefing up the resources devoted to fostering more diverse and inclusive environments. The new position comes after a year of high-profile, racially charged scandals involving brands like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada.

News & Analysis

Chanel Hires Its First Diversity Chief

The French fashion house joins other major luxury brands in beefing up the resources devoted to fostering more diverse and inclusive environments. The new position comes after a year of high-profile, racially charged scandals involving brands like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada.


China

Casting Chinese Models Is Complicated Business

Why many global fashion brands miss the mark — and therefore miss reaching their full potential in the Chinese market.

China

Casting Chinese Models Is Complicated Business

Why many global fashion brands miss the mark — and therefore miss reaching their full potential in the Chinese market.


Luxury

The Off-Piste Art Events Every Fashion Publicist Should Know

Luxury house are popping up at lesser-known events on the art circuit to burnish their brands and connect with clients.

Luxury

The Off-Piste Art Events Every Fashion Publicist Should Know

Luxury house are popping up at lesser-known events on the art circuit to burnish their brands and connect with clients.


Retail

Could Uniqlo's Digital Transformation Help Solve Retail's Inventory Problem?

This week everyone will be talking about Uniqlo's digital ambitions, Dapper Dan's memoir and Fenty Beauty's plans for China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.

Retail

Could Uniqlo's Digital Transformation Help Solve Retail's Inventory Problem?

This week everyone will be talking about Uniqlo's digital ambitions, Dapper Dan's memoir and Fenty Beauty's plans for China. Read our BoF Professional Cheat Sheet.


News & Analysis

How H&M Plans to Survive the Retail Apocalypse

The Swedish fast-fashion giant’s strategy for navigating the changing retail landscape provides useful lessons for the industry at large.

News & Analysis

How H&M Plans to Survive the Retail Apocalypse

The Swedish fast-fashion giant’s strategy for navigating the changing retail landscape provides useful lessons for the industry at large.


Luxury

Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally

The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.

Luxury

Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally

The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.


Fashion Week

At Couture, Clothes Versus Concepts

Only at John Galliano’s Maison Margiela did concept and clothing truly fit together, reports Angelo Flaccavento.

Fashion Week

At Couture, Clothes Versus Concepts

Only at John Galliano’s Maison Margiela did concept and clothing truly fit together, reports Angelo Flaccavento.