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How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.

Swiss Watchmakers Seek State Aid Amid Luxury Downturn

Some brands say they are furloughing workers to avoid permanent cuts.

Swiss Watchmakers Seek State Aid Amid Luxury Downturn

Some brands say they are furloughing workers to avoid permanent cuts.


Phoebe Philo Launches Brick-and-Mortar Wholesale

After launching as a direct-to-consumer, online-only venture, the LVMH-backed label is diversifying its distribution strategy

Phoebe Philo Launches Brick-and-Mortar Wholesale

After launching as a direct-to-consumer, online-only venture, the LVMH-backed label is diversifying its distribution strategy


Why Theophilio Is Giving Fashion Week Another Shot

The New York-based label will return to the schedule after a three-season hiatus. This time around, the business is in a much healthier financial state, said designer Edvin Thompson, and is now eyeing a supply chain expansion.

Why Theophilio Is Giving Fashion Week Another Shot

The New York-based label will return to the schedule after a three-season hiatus. This time around, the business is in a much healthier financial state, said designer Edvin Thompson, and is now eyeing a supply chain expansion.


How Shoppers Get Luxury’s Most Exclusive Products

Shoppers are finding alternative ways to get their hands on the unattainable bags, shoes and watches, from auction houses to specialised fashion sourcers.

How Shoppers Get Luxury’s Most Exclusive Products

Shoppers are finding alternative ways to get their hands on the unattainable bags, shoes and watches, from auction houses to specialised fashion sourcers.


Where Does Accessible Luxury Go From Here?

This week, Coach owner Tapestry reports full-year results amid a slowing US economy and stalled takeover bid for Michael Kors parent Capri.

Where Does Accessible Luxury Go From Here?

This week, Coach owner Tapestry reports full-year results amid a slowing US economy and stalled takeover bid for Michael Kors parent Capri.


Dior Breached UK’s Modern Slavery Disclosure Requirements

The luxury brand, which is under scrutiny for links to sweatshop labour in Italy, was behind on publishing supply chain disclosures required by UK law until last month.

Dior Breached UK’s Modern Slavery Disclosure Requirements

The luxury brand, which is under scrutiny for links to sweatshop labour in Italy, was behind on publishing supply chain disclosures required by UK law until last month.


Is This an Inflection Point for Luxury Fashion?

As the fashion industry takes a breather in August, luxury brands grapple with creative leadership gaps, plummeting profits, and evolving consumer priorities, raising questions about whether current struggles signal a permanent shift in the market landscape, writes Imran Amed.

Is This an Inflection Point for Luxury Fashion?

As the fashion industry takes a breather in August, luxury brands grapple with creative leadership gaps, plummeting profits, and evolving consumer priorities, raising questions about whether current struggles signal a permanent shift in the market landscape, writes Imran Amed.


Willy Chavarria on Promoting Social Justice Through Fashion | The BoF Podcast

The award-winning designer joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss how he lifts up marginalised groups through his designs.

Willy Chavarria on Promoting Social Justice Through Fashion | The BoF Podcast

The award-winning designer joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss how he lifts up marginalised groups through his designs.


Luxury’s Latest Foe: 40% Discounts on Chinese Resale Sites

Luxury powerhouses like LVMH and Kering are facing a fast-growing problem in China: a grey market offering brand-new, authenticated goods procured in other countries for major discounts on mainland prices.

Luxury’s Latest Foe: 40% Discounts on Chinese Resale Sites

Luxury powerhouses like LVMH and Kering are facing a fast-growing problem in China: a grey market offering brand-new, authenticated goods procured in other countries for major discounts on mainland prices.


How Japan Is Creating a New Headache for European Luxury

Tourists are flocking to Japan to scoop up high-end clothes and handbags at a discount thanks to a weak yen.

How Japan Is Creating a New Headache for European Luxury

Tourists are flocking to Japan to scoop up high-end clothes and handbags at a discount thanks to a weak yen.


How Paul & Shark Is Activating in Unexpected Locations with Purpose

Tapping into an evolving travel mindset among consumers, Paul & Shark CEO Andrea Dini shares why he is building the brand’s presence in new spaces — including the Spanish island of Formentera for its summer activation — and how it is driving its mission to operate with purpose.

How Paul & Shark Is Activating in Unexpected Locations with Purpose

Tapping into an evolving travel mindset among consumers, Paul & Shark CEO Andrea Dini shares why he is building the brand’s presence in new spaces — including the Spanish island of Formentera for its summer activation — and how it is driving its mission to operate with purpose.


Luxury Heir Alleges His $13 Billion Hermès Fortune Has Vanished

A Swiss court has dismissed Hermès heir Nicolas Puech’s claims against his former wealth manager over the alleged loss of his fortune, leaving the fate of his significant stake in the luxury brand uncertain.

Luxury Heir Alleges His $13 Billion Hermès Fortune Has Vanished

A Swiss court has dismissed Hermès heir Nicolas Puech’s claims against his former wealth manager over the alleged loss of his fortune, leaving the fate of his significant stake in the luxury brand uncertain.