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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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China

At Yu Holdings, Building a Bridge of Businesses Between China and the West

Wendy Yu shares how she selects the companies she invests in as part of Yu Holdings’ strategy to capitalise on China’s ‘consumption upgrade’ and increasing international demand for Chinese design.

China

At Yu Holdings, Building a Bridge of Businesses Between China and the West

Wendy Yu shares how she selects the companies she invests in as part of Yu Holdings’ strategy to capitalise on China’s ‘consumption upgrade’ and increasing international demand for Chinese design.


News & Analysis

How Nars Made Its Orgasm Last 20 Years

The 25 year-old brand is about to double the size of its business for the third time in the past decade, on the back of sexually charged products like 1999's Orgasm blush. Many of its ‘90s peers haven’t been so lucky.

News & Analysis

How Nars Made Its Orgasm Last 20 Years

The 25 year-old brand is about to double the size of its business for the third time in the past decade, on the back of sexually charged products like 1999's Orgasm blush. Many of its ‘90s peers haven’t been so lucky.


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.