Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
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Global Markets
Fashion Workers Left Destitute in India
By cancelling orders with Indian suppliers during the country’s chaotic lockdown, global brands are making impoverished workers even more vulnerable in a market where 60 million people depend on the fashion industry for their livelihood.
Fashion Workers Left Destitute in India
By cancelling orders with Indian suppliers during the country’s chaotic lockdown, global brands are making impoverished workers even more vulnerable in a market where 60 million people depend on the fashion industry for their livelihood.
Global Markets
How to Make Digital Fashion Weeks Work
When fashion weeks in Asia were called off, designers and organisers had to think on their feet and turned to livestreams to engage with their communities digitally. Here’s what worked and what didn’t.
How to Make Digital Fashion Weeks Work
When fashion weeks in Asia were called off, designers and organisers had to think on their feet and turned to livestreams to engage with their communities digitally. Here’s what worked and what didn’t.
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.
'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.
Global Markets
The BoF Podcast: Luca Solca on ‘The Worst Year in the History of Modern Luxury’
BoF’s Imran Amed and the Bernstein analyst discuss what the sector should expect as coronavirus threatens sales and supply chains.
The BoF Podcast: Luca Solca on ‘The Worst Year in the History of Modern Luxury’
BoF’s Imran Amed and the Bernstein analyst discuss what the sector should expect as coronavirus threatens sales and supply chains.
Global Markets
Taiwan Is at a Crossroads. Here's Why Brands Should Care.
Tensions with Beijing have come into sharp focus ahead of Taiwan’s presidential election which takes place tomorrow. And there is a lot more at stake than first meets the eye.
Taiwan Is at a Crossroads. Here's Why Brands Should Care.
Tensions with Beijing have come into sharp focus ahead of Taiwan’s presidential election which takes place tomorrow. And there is a lot more at stake than first meets the eye.
Global Markets
‘Secret’ Indian Ateliers Keep Luxury Brands Buoyant
Hermès, Gucci, Prada and Christian Dior have all tapped ateliers in India to do exquisite handwork for the catwalk, but other luxury brands shroud their Indian connections in secrecy. Why?
‘Secret’ Indian Ateliers Keep Luxury Brands Buoyant
Hermès, Gucci, Prada and Christian Dior have all tapped ateliers in India to do exquisite handwork for the catwalk, but other luxury brands shroud their Indian connections in secrecy. Why?
Global Markets
Online Battle Heats Up in Latin America
Despite social unrest and a sluggish economy, Latin America’s fashion e-commerce sector is forecast to grow by more than 20 percent each year from 2019 to 2021. Here’s how to get in on the action.
Online Battle Heats Up in Latin America
Despite social unrest and a sluggish economy, Latin America’s fashion e-commerce sector is forecast to grow by more than 20 percent each year from 2019 to 2021. Here’s how to get in on the action.
Global Markets
Vietnam: Luxury’s Next Goldmine?
On the back of a deal with the EU, luxury goods will become more affordable in Vietnam. Are brands investing heavily enough in what is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world?
Vietnam: Luxury’s Next Goldmine?
On the back of a deal with the EU, luxury goods will become more affordable in Vietnam. Are brands investing heavily enough in what is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world?
China
Inside China's New Capitals of Content
'Influencer cities' from Chongqing to Wuhan are favourites for content creators and their followers, but there’s more at play beyond the geotags.
Inside China's New Capitals of Content
'Influencer cities' from Chongqing to Wuhan are favourites for content creators and their followers, but there’s more at play beyond the geotags.
China
How Hong Kong's Protest Uniform Changed a Market
In the wake of the city’s ongoing pro-democracy protests, an all-black look has become a polarising statement with wider repercussions in politics and retail.
How Hong Kong's Protest Uniform Changed a Market
In the wake of the city’s ongoing pro-democracy protests, an all-black look has become a polarising statement with wider repercussions in politics and retail.
Global Markets
The Future of Tokyo Fashion Week
After a transitional season with a new title sponsor, Japan’s biggest fashion event is gearing up for a revamp. Will it be enough?
The Future of Tokyo Fashion Week
After a transitional season with a new title sponsor, Japan’s biggest fashion event is gearing up for a revamp. Will it be enough?
China
Is Suburbia China’s Next Retail Gold Mine?
Beyond Shanghai’s downtown shopping meccas, suburban malls and mixed-use developments on the outskirts of the city present an exciting opportunity for brands like Calvin Klein, Nike and Sephora who have begun to put down roots here.
Is Suburbia China’s Next Retail Gold Mine?
Beyond Shanghai’s downtown shopping meccas, suburban malls and mixed-use developments on the outskirts of the city present an exciting opportunity for brands like Calvin Klein, Nike and Sephora who have begun to put down roots here.
The News in Brief
Ulta Beauty Forecasts Annual Profit Below Estimates
Shares declined in after-hours trading as the beauty retailer expressed a cautious outlook for 2026.
Exclusive: Brita Invests in Shower Filter Firm Hello Klean
The German water filtration firm has acquired a minority stake in Hello Klean, which sells shower heads it claims mitigate the effects of hard water.
AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.
Exclusive: Akt London Enters Sephora
The UK label will roll out its hero deodorant to Sephora US doors and launch its full assortment online as the LVMH-owned retailer expands its body care offering.
Zalando Forecasts 2026 Profit Jump Driven by AI Boost
The European retailer forecast a rise in full-year adjusted operating profit and announced a share buyback, citing the productivity and cost-saving benefits of AI.
Lululemon Founder Warns CEO Candidates That Board Needs Overhaul
Chip Wilson wrote an open letter to potential candidates for the activewear brand’s next chief executive warning them of problems at the company.