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The Business of Fashion is a next-generation media company recognised around the world for its authoritative, analytical point of view on the global fashion and beauty industries. Founded by Imran Amed in 2007, BoF serves members in more than 125 countries.

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The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed on Finding Opportunity in a Crisis

BoF’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief joins educator and activist Sinéad Burke to discuss how BoF is adapting to the Covid-19 crisis in a live event hosted by Istituto Marangoni.

Media

The BoF Podcast: Imran Amed on Finding Opportunity in a Crisis

BoF’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief joins educator and activist Sinéad Burke to discuss how BoF is adapting to the Covid-19 crisis in a live event hosted by Istituto Marangoni.


Retail

Zalando Looks to Concession Model for Growth

The German fashion e-tailer sees the pandemic, which has forced most stores to close across Europe and North America, as an opportunity to turbocharge its sales platform, which handles e-commerce operations for third-party brands.

Retail

Zalando Looks to Concession Model for Growth

The German fashion e-tailer sees the pandemic, which has forced most stores to close across Europe and North America, as an opportunity to turbocharge its sales platform, which handles e-commerce operations for third-party brands.


News & Analysis

A Letter to the BoF Community

Dear BoF Community,


Retail

How to Discount Smartly During Covid-19

It's almost inevitable that brands will need to implement mark downs during this period of uncertainty. However, a creative and disciplined approach can help offload inventory while keeping customers engaged.

Retail

How to Discount Smartly During Covid-19

It's almost inevitable that brands will need to implement mark downs during this period of uncertainty. However, a creative and disciplined approach can help offload inventory while keeping customers engaged.


Luxury

LVMH Cancels 2020 Prize Final, Launches Fund for Previous Winners

The €300,000 award will be split equally between the eight finalists.

Luxury

LVMH Cancels 2020 Prize Final, Launches Fund for Previous Winners

The €300,000 award will be split equally between the eight finalists.


Sustainability

Allbirds Looks Beyond Covid-19 Crisis with Carbon Calorie Count

The digitally-native footwear brand is labelling all its products with their carbon footprint as it bets consumers will emerge from the current crisis more engaged than ever with issues relating to sustainability.

Sustainability

Allbirds Looks Beyond Covid-19 Crisis with Carbon Calorie Count

The digitally-native footwear brand is labelling all its products with their carbon footprint as it bets consumers will emerge from the current crisis more engaged than ever with issues relating to sustainability.


Luxury

Why the Clare Waight Keller-Givenchy Partnership Was Short-Lived

The artistic director joined the house three years ago.

Luxury

Why the Clare Waight Keller-Givenchy Partnership Was Short-Lived

The artistic director joined the house three years ago.


Luxury

Louis Vuitton Reopens Ready-to-Wear Atelier to Make Hospital Gowns

Chief Executive Michael Burke tells BoF about the effect of the pandemic shutdown on the business and the beginning of a return to normal in China.

Luxury

Louis Vuitton Reopens Ready-to-Wear Atelier to Make Hospital Gowns

Chief Executive Michael Burke tells BoF about the effect of the pandemic shutdown on the business and the beginning of a return to normal in China.


Global Markets

The State of Fashion 2020: Coronavirus Update — It’s Time to Rewire the Fashion Industry

Faced with a 27 to 30 percent contraction in global revenues, fashion is currently focused on crisis management and contingency planning, but eventually we must shift towards re-imagining our industry altogether. The Coronavirus Update to The State of Fashion 2020 outlines where we must focus once the dust settles. Download the full report.

Global Markets

The State of Fashion 2020: Coronavirus Update — It’s Time to Rewire the Fashion Industry

Faced with a 27 to 30 percent contraction in global revenues, fashion is currently focused on crisis management and contingency planning, but eventually we must shift towards re-imagining our industry altogether. The Coronavirus Update to The State of Fashion 2020 outlines where we must focus once the dust settles. Download the full report.


Global Markets

The State of Fashion 2020 Coronavirus Update: Download the Report

Click below to download BoF and McKinsey & Company's in-depth report on the global fashion industry in the wake of the coronavirus crisis, focusing on the themes, issues and opportunities impacting the sector.

Global Markets

The State of Fashion 2020 Coronavirus Update: Download the Report

Click below to download BoF and McKinsey & Company's in-depth report on the global fashion industry in the wake of the coronavirus crisis, focusing on the themes, issues and opportunities impacting the sector.