Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
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News & Analysis
The Top 10 Stories that Shaped Fashion in 2024
BoF looks back at the news that changed the industry this year — and will define the fashion agenda in 2025.
The Top 10 Stories that Shaped Fashion in 2024
BoF looks back at the news that changed the industry this year — and will define the fashion agenda in 2025.
Workplace & Talent
What Fashion Designers Need to Know Today
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion designers this month, to help you decode fashion’s creative and commercial landscape.
What Fashion Designers Need to Know Today
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion designers this month, to help you decode fashion’s creative and commercial landscape.
Retail
Why Are Sneaker Collaborations So Boring?
Sneaker giants often have a ‘cheat code’ for tie-ups with indie designers, insiders say, reflecting a lack of innovation among legacy players in the industry.
Why Are Sneaker Collaborations So Boring?
Sneaker giants often have a ‘cheat code’ for tie-ups with indie designers, insiders say, reflecting a lack of innovation among legacy players in the industry.
Luxury
Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy
The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.
Why Chanel Chose Matthieu Blazy
The designer, fresh off a star turn leading Bottega Veneta, succeeds Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard as artistic director at the French couture and beauty giant, the industry’s most coveted creative post. Fashion president Bruno Pavlovsky breaks down the logic behind the historic choice.
Luxury
At Bottega Veneta: Blazy Out, Trotter In
Under Matthieu Blazy, the Italian leather goods label was a bright spot in Kering’s portfolio. Louise Trotter, who will leave Carven in late January, is set to replace him.
At Bottega Veneta: Blazy Out, Trotter In
Under Matthieu Blazy, the Italian leather goods label was a bright spot in Kering’s portfolio. Louise Trotter, who will leave Carven in late January, is set to replace him.
Luxury
John Galliano to Exit Maison Margiela
The OTB-owned brand has enjoyed rapid growth as the star designer dialled up its creative impact and steadily redeemed his public image.
John Galliano to Exit Maison Margiela
The OTB-owned brand has enjoyed rapid growth as the star designer dialled up its creative impact and steadily redeemed his public image.
Luxury
Company Insider Succeeds Dries Van Noten
Julian Klausner, Dries Van Noten’s former head of womenswear, will make his runway debut as the label’s creative director in March. ‘I like to think I encouraged Dries to embrace bolder expressions,’ Klausner told Tim Blanks.
Company Insider Succeeds Dries Van Noten
Julian Klausner, Dries Van Noten’s former head of womenswear, will make his runway debut as the label’s creative director in March. ‘I like to think I encouraged Dries to embrace bolder expressions,’ Klausner told Tim Blanks.
Retail
Case Study | How to Get Fashion Collaborations Right
Collaborations are a powerful tool for grabbing attention, reaching new audiences and letting brands stretch their design aesthetics. But the proliferation of tie-ups has made it hard to stand out. The ones that succeed are built on great products, with a strong point of view and a clear strategy to reach the right consumers.
Case Study | How to Get Fashion Collaborations Right
Collaborations are a powerful tool for grabbing attention, reaching new audiences and letting brands stretch their design aesthetics. But the proliferation of tie-ups has made it hard to stand out. The ones that succeed are built on great products, with a strong point of view and a clear strategy to reach the right consumers.
Luxury
Lessons From Karl Lagerfeld For Chanel’s Next Designer
As the industry awaits the official announcement of Chanel’s new creative director, Imran Amed extracts lessons from the strategy successfully employed by the great Karl Lagerfeld, encapsulated in the words of Goethe that the designer loved so much: ‘Create a better future with the expanded elements of the past.’
Lessons From Karl Lagerfeld For Chanel’s Next Designer
As the industry awaits the official announcement of Chanel’s new creative director, Imran Amed extracts lessons from the strategy successfully employed by the great Karl Lagerfeld, encapsulated in the words of Goethe that the designer loved so much: ‘Create a better future with the expanded elements of the past.’
Luxury
Why Fashion Needs the Art World More Than Ever
Art Basel Miami Beach has become a cultural tentpole that attracts America’s wealthiest and an evolving art customer base that may prove key in reversing the luxury downturn.
Why Fashion Needs the Art World More Than Ever
Art Basel Miami Beach has become a cultural tentpole that attracts America’s wealthiest and an evolving art customer base that may prove key in reversing the luxury downturn.
Workplace & Talent
What Fashion’s Creative Talent Needs to Know Today
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion creatives this month, to help you decode fashion’s creative landscape.
What Fashion’s Creative Talent Needs to Know Today
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion creatives this month, to help you decode fashion’s creative landscape.
Luxury
Altuzarra Founder Joseph Altuzarra to Step Into CEO Role
The brand’s CEO of five years, Shira Sue Carmi, will step down on Dec. 31; longtime chief operating officer Marta Lastra — recently promoted to president — will work closely with the designer to lead the company.
Altuzarra Founder Joseph Altuzarra to Step Into CEO Role
The brand’s CEO of five years, Shira Sue Carmi, will step down on Dec. 31; longtime chief operating officer Marta Lastra — recently promoted to president — will work closely with the designer to lead the company.
The News in Brief
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.
Unilever Chases Consumers by Focusing on Beauty Rather Than Food
The UK giant’s chief executive Fernando Fernandez hopes to scale beauty, personal care and wellbeing up to two-thirds of the firm’s sales.
Watch Exports Bounced Back in February Before War in Middle East
Swiss watch exports saw a 9.2 percent rise in February, driven by a strong rebound in the US market.
Swatch CEO Warns Iran War Is Weighing on Watchmaker’s Sales
The company has more than 200 stores in the Middle East, said chief executive officer Nick Hayek.
Macy’s Issues ‘Prudent’ 2026 Guidance on Geopolitical Risks
The retailer issued a cautious full-year forecast for sales and profit despite strong performance at Bloomingdale’s, which has benefited from shoppers seeking alternatives to struggling rival Saks Global.