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China’s New Wave of Female Fashion Executives

In this month’s China Edit, Chinese executives and their power moves are in the spotlight, Plaza 66 reopens in Shanghai and Dior continues its digital innovation.

China

China’s New Wave of Female Fashion Executives

In this month’s China Edit, Chinese executives and their power moves are in the spotlight, Plaza 66 reopens in Shanghai and Dior continues its digital innovation.


Luxury

Decoding Chanel’s Gen-Z Strategy

Perhaps no other brand is as deft as Chanel at extracting juice from ingénue endorsements. But as younger consumers turn away from traditional celebrities in favour of digital influencers, how will fashion’s most powerful luxury house adjust its strategy?

Luxury

Decoding Chanel’s Gen-Z Strategy

Perhaps no other brand is as deft as Chanel at extracting juice from ingénue endorsements. But as younger consumers turn away from traditional celebrities in favour of digital influencers, how will fashion’s most powerful luxury house adjust its strategy?


Retail

Nordstrom Shares Drop on Report That Its Buyout Deal Is Losing Support

Shares fell as low as $44.01 in premarket trading on Monday, as the Nordstrom family struggle to amass the financing needed for the buyout.

Retail

Nordstrom Shares Drop on Report That Its Buyout Deal Is Losing Support

Shares fell as low as $44.01 in premarket trading on Monday, as the Nordstrom family struggle to amass the financing needed for the buyout.


News & Analysis

Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors

The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.  

News & Analysis

Citizens of Humanity Reclaims Independence in Break From Investors

The premium denim label is implementing a creative restructuring as management buys back the company from its founder and private equity firm.  


Sustainability

H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report

Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.  

Sustainability

H&M, Levi & Strauss, Nike Top Sustainable Cotton Report

Several fast-fashion and mass retailers lead the rankings, while Kering is the only luxury entry.  


Luxury

Luxury Back in Vogue as China's Middle Class Women Lead the Way

The country's luxury-goods market is growing steadily again, nearly five years after it was knocked off course by President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive.

Luxury

Luxury Back in Vogue as China's Middle Class Women Lead the Way

The country's luxury-goods market is growing steadily again, nearly five years after it was knocked off course by President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption drive.


Luxury

BoF Exclusive | Joshua Schulman’s Plans for Coach

The freshly appointed chief executive outlines his three-prong plan to accelerate Coach’s transformation from handbag stalwart to lifestyle player — and spark much-needed sales growth.

Luxury

BoF Exclusive | Joshua Schulman’s Plans for Coach

The freshly appointed chief executive outlines his three-prong plan to accelerate Coach’s transformation from handbag stalwart to lifestyle player — and spark much-needed sales growth.


China

Alibaba Increases Stake in Loss-Making Delivery Business for $800 Million

The deal will see Alibaba spend a further $15 million over the next five years to expand a shipping network that spans the world’s largest e-commerce market.

China

Alibaba Increases Stake in Loss-Making Delivery Business for $800 Million

The deal will see Alibaba spend a further $15 million over the next five years to expand a shipping network that spans the world’s largest e-commerce market.


News & Analysis

The Gentlewoman, a Magazine That’s Also a Club

The independent style title — whose covers are more likely to feature authors than fashion models — is growing its club, which meets for sponsored events ranging from architectural tours to cards nights.

News & Analysis

The Gentlewoman, a Magazine That’s Also a Club

The independent style title — whose covers are more likely to feature authors than fashion models — is growing its club, which meets for sponsored events ranging from architectural tours to cards nights.


Financial Markets

Gucci's Rise Signals a New Model for Fashion

As a fashion system built on seasonal collections, runway shows and wholesale partnerships continues to wane, what’s taking its place?

Financial Markets

Gucci's Rise Signals a New Model for Fashion

As a fashion system built on seasonal collections, runway shows and wholesale partnerships continues to wane, what’s taking its place?