Jack Ma
Co-Founder, Alibaba Group
The Chinese business magnate built his tech empire around e-commerce platforms and is spearheading the ‘new retail’ movement across Asia.
The Battle to Become China’s Glossier
Global brands need to up their game if they want to compete with fast-moving Chinese beauty players building billion-dollar businesses that are fine-tuned for the local market.
The Battle to Become China’s Glossier
Global brands need to up their game if they want to compete with fast-moving Chinese beauty players building billion-dollar businesses that are fine-tuned for the local market.
Why Gucci Is Investing Big in These Five Cities
A multi-faceted partnership with one of the China's biggest luxury mall developers is just part of the equation.
Why Gucci Is Investing Big in These Five Cities
A multi-faceted partnership with one of the China's biggest luxury mall developers is just part of the equation.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
This Decade in China: Part Two
BoF reflects on the past decade, examining the trends that shaped China’s fashion, beauty, luxury and retail landscape, from the fall of foreign fast fashion brands, to Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.
Alibaba Singles’ Day Set to Challenge $31 Billion Record
The shopping day has become an indicator of Chinese consumer health.
Alibaba Singles’ Day Set to Challenge $31 Billion Record
The shopping day has become an indicator of Chinese consumer health.
Luxury Giants Play Both Sides in the US-China Trade War
Weeks after a controversial meeting with President Donald Trump, LVMH executives, along with their Kering counterparts, are rubbing shoulders with China’s business and political elite including President Xi Jinping. How long can they maintain their delicate balancing act?
Luxury Giants Play Both Sides in the US-China Trade War
Weeks after a controversial meeting with President Donald Trump, LVMH executives, along with their Kering counterparts, are rubbing shoulders with China’s business and political elite including President Xi Jinping. How long can they maintain their delicate balancing act?
The Apps Driving China’s ‘He-Conomy’
Poizon, Chao and Nice are just a few of the platforms Chinese men are signing up to, and brands like Nike and Uniqlo are taking note.
The Apps Driving China’s ‘He-Conomy’
Poizon, Chao and Nice are just a few of the platforms Chinese men are signing up to, and brands like Nike and Uniqlo are taking note.
New York’s Fashion Week Revamp: Did It Work?
Newly appointed CFDA Chairman Tom Ford wants New York to play on the global stage again. His early steps are promising.
New York’s Fashion Week Revamp: Did It Work?
Newly appointed CFDA Chairman Tom Ford wants New York to play on the global stage again. His early steps are promising.
Power Moves | Depop names CTO, Alaïa Appoints CEO
This week, Depop hires seasoned tech executive Remo Gettini, while Alaïa names its new chief executive amid a number of executive changes at owner Richemont.
Power Moves | Depop names CTO, Alaïa Appoints CEO
This week, Depop hires seasoned tech executive Remo Gettini, while Alaïa names its new chief executive amid a number of executive changes at owner Richemont.
Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
Yes, People Are Buying Couture for Babies. Here’s Why.
China’s childrenswear market is outperforming both womenswear and menswear, and Dior, Gucci, Burberry and Fendi all want a slice of the $29 billion pie.
Jack Ma Ends 20-Year Reign Over Alibaba
After amassing a $41.8 billion fortune, the former English teacher steps down as executive chairman of China’s largest company on his 55th birthday.
Jack Ma Ends 20-Year Reign Over Alibaba
After amassing a $41.8 billion fortune, the former English teacher steps down as executive chairman of China’s largest company on his 55th birthday.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.
