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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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Luxury

With Eyes on London, Chanel Ltd. Closes Its New York Headquarters

As the French mega-brand centralises its global operations in the UK, it's streamlining its corporate presence outside of the country. While its US operations will remain open, New York will no longer be a global hub.

Luxury

With Eyes on London, Chanel Ltd. Closes Its New York Headquarters

As the French mega-brand centralises its global operations in the UK, it's streamlining its corporate presence outside of the country. While its US operations will remain open, New York will no longer be a global hub.


Retail

Luxury Concept Stores Conquer Manhattan

Milan's 10 Corso Como, the original concept store, joins an array of upscale boutiques in Manhattan, many hailing from out of town as well. They all hope to grab a share of strong growth in luxury spending by catering to jet-setting consumers who crave a 'curated' shopping experience.

Retail

Luxury Concept Stores Conquer Manhattan

Milan's 10 Corso Como, the original concept store, joins an array of upscale boutiques in Manhattan, many hailing from out of town as well. They all hope to grab a share of strong growth in luxury spending by catering to jet-setting consumers who crave a 'curated' shopping experience.


News & Analysis

EBay Now Authenticates Luxury Watches

The online seller has expanded its Authenticate programme to include timepieces over $500.

News & Analysis

EBay Now Authenticates Luxury Watches

The online seller has expanded its Authenticate programme to include timepieces over $500.


Luxury

Relaunching Linea Rossa Is the Smartest Thing Prada Has Done in a While

Prada co-CEO Patrizio Bertelli speaks exclusively to BoF about the relaunch of the sportif line. The move is all but sure to resonate with fans, but a full recovery is far from guaranteed.

Luxury

Relaunching Linea Rossa Is the Smartest Thing Prada Has Done in a While

Prada co-CEO Patrizio Bertelli speaks exclusively to BoF about the relaunch of the sportif line. The move is all but sure to resonate with fans, but a full recovery is far from guaranteed.


Retail

With New London Store, Stüssy Flexes Its ‘Tribe’

The cult Californian streetwear label's decision to relaunch in London reflects its belief in community as much as its global retail strategy.

Retail

With New London Store, Stüssy Flexes Its ‘Tribe’

The cult Californian streetwear label's decision to relaunch in London reflects its belief in community as much as its global retail strategy.


Global Markets

The Real World of Crazy Rich Asians

The rare Hollywood film with a largely Asian cast signals a major step forward for representation, but does it tell us anything about Asia’s ultra luxury market? BoF investigates.

Global Markets

The Real World of Crazy Rich Asians

The rare Hollywood film with a largely Asian cast signals a major step forward for representation, but does it tell us anything about Asia’s ultra luxury market? BoF investigates.


Luxury

Fashion’s Dirty Secret: Millions in Grey Market Sales

The sale of luxury goods on the grey market is a lucrative and largely unspoken practice in the fashion industry. Why are brands so hush-hush about it and do they really want it to end?

Luxury

Fashion’s Dirty Secret: Millions in Grey Market Sales

The sale of luxury goods on the grey market is a lucrative and largely unspoken practice in the fashion industry. Why are brands so hush-hush about it and do they really want it to end?


News & Analysis

WSJ. Magazine’s Tenth Anniversary Issue Is Big, But Its Digital Ambitions Are Bigger

The newspaper’s lucrative luxury supplement is marking a decade in print with its biggest issue yet — and investments in its digital future.

News & Analysis

WSJ. Magazine’s Tenth Anniversary Issue Is Big, But Its Digital Ambitions Are Bigger

The newspaper’s lucrative luxury supplement is marking a decade in print with its biggest issue yet — and investments in its digital future.


News & Analysis

Inside the Rental-Only Vintage Store Where Beyoncé and Lady Gaga Dress Up

New York’s vintage stores have been under siege as fashion sellers try to adapt to e-commerce, online consignment and fast-fashion. Shannon Hoey's exclusive Manhattan store is the exception.

News & Analysis

Inside the Rental-Only Vintage Store Where Beyoncé and Lady Gaga Dress Up

New York’s vintage stores have been under siege as fashion sellers try to adapt to e-commerce, online consignment and fast-fashion. Shannon Hoey's exclusive Manhattan store is the exception.


Luxury

Why Luxury Brands Are Suddenly a Lot Cheaper in Turkey

Shoppers have been lining up to splurge at luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Hermès.

Luxury

Why Luxury Brands Are Suddenly a Lot Cheaper in Turkey

Shoppers have been lining up to splurge at luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Hermès.