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Makeup Artist

The fashion industry’s most visible makeup artist is hailed for her versatility and working with her fingers rather than brushes.

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Beauty

Who Will Buy Charlotte Tilbury?

The brand is a rarity in the beauty world: it grew during a makeup downturn and it’s still independent. A sale is imminent, even in the midst of a pandemic, with a selling price that is said to be over $1 billion.

Beauty

Who Will Buy Charlotte Tilbury?

The brand is a rarity in the beauty world: it grew during a makeup downturn and it’s still independent. A sale is imminent, even in the midst of a pandemic, with a selling price that is said to be over $1 billion.


China

'Revenge Buying' in China Won’t Save Luxury

While other countries have experienced panic buying of essentials during lockdown, China has been debating whether a decadent shopping spree known as 'revenge buying' will be unleashed after the pandemic.

China

'Revenge Buying' in China Won’t Save Luxury

While other countries have experienced panic buying of essentials during lockdown, China has been debating whether a decadent shopping spree known as 'revenge buying' will be unleashed after the pandemic.


Fashion Week

Gothic Glam at Anna Sui

The charm and humour that illuminate her work were in full effect, but there was also a rich seam of sultry slink.

Fashion Week

Gothic Glam at Anna Sui

The charm and humour that illuminate her work were in full effect, but there was also a rich seam of sultry slink.


Technology

The Year Ahead: How to Get Ready for a Digital Recalibration

Valuations of digital fashion players have reached dizzying levels and, despite a slew of high-profile IPOs and private firms achieving unicorn status, investor sentiment is taking a turn for the worse.

Technology

The Year Ahead: How to Get Ready for a Digital Recalibration

Valuations of digital fashion players have reached dizzying levels and, despite a slew of high-profile IPOs and private firms achieving unicorn status, investor sentiment is taking a turn for the worse.


Beauty

Could a Department Store Take on Sephora?

Following the overhaul of what will soon be a 90,000-square-foot beauty section, Harrods is readying to open a network of standalone beauty stores.

Beauty

Could a Department Store Take on Sephora?

Following the overhaul of what will soon be a 90,000-square-foot beauty section, Harrods is readying to open a network of standalone beauty stores.


Beauty

The Secret to Beating the Makeup Slump

Beauty retailers with sluggish colour cosmetics sales need to rethink the way they’re selling to customers who increasingly prefer skincare to makeup.

Beauty

The Secret to Beating the Makeup Slump

Beauty retailers with sluggish colour cosmetics sales need to rethink the way they’re selling to customers who increasingly prefer skincare to makeup.


News & Analysis

What Beauty Can Learn From Streetwear

Beauty brands are borrowing from street culture, including limited edition products and in-store experiences designed to attract lines down the block. But can there ever be a true 'streetwear beauty brand?'

News & Analysis

What Beauty Can Learn From Streetwear

Beauty brands are borrowing from street culture, including limited edition products and in-store experiences designed to attract lines down the block. But can there ever be a true 'streetwear beauty brand?'


News & Analysis

Can Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Drive Make a Difference?

Brands are signing up to sustainability initiatives like they’re invitations to fashion week’s hottest parties. The jury’s out on whether their commitments will translate into real industry reform.

News & Analysis

Can Fashion’s Latest Sustainability Drive Make a Difference?

Brands are signing up to sustainability initiatives like they’re invitations to fashion week’s hottest parties. The jury’s out on whether their commitments will translate into real industry reform.


News & Analysis

What US Brands Need To Know Before Entering the £20 Billion UK Beauty Market

Pat McGrath and Rihanna are among the US beauty brands that have made big splashes in the UK. But successfully crossing the Atlantic isn't easy. Retailers, brands and industry experts told BoF how to navigate the complex British beauty market.

News & Analysis

What US Brands Need To Know Before Entering the £20 Billion UK Beauty Market

Pat McGrath and Rihanna are among the US beauty brands that have made big splashes in the UK. But successfully crossing the Atlantic isn't easy. Retailers, brands and industry experts told BoF how to navigate the complex British beauty market.


News & Analysis

Great Bowery Acquires Coveteur

The network of agencies founded by Matthew Moneypenny, who exited two years ago, is acquiring the fashion and lifestyle digital media company to better compete in the evolving talent representation business.

News & Analysis

Great Bowery Acquires Coveteur

The network of agencies founded by Matthew Moneypenny, who exited two years ago, is acquiring the fashion and lifestyle digital media company to better compete in the evolving talent representation business.


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.

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