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

Jane Birkin, Anglo-French Style Icon, Has Died

The singer, actress and style icon who inspired the Hermès Birkin bag has died at the age of 76.

Jane Birkin, Anglo-French Style Icon, Has Died

The singer, actress and style icon who inspired the Hermès Birkin bag has died at the age of 76.


Why Fashion Brands and Wealthy Americans (Still) Love London

The British economy may be in the doldrums, but London remains a magnet for international fashion brands and American tourists, writes Imran Amed.

Why Fashion Brands and Wealthy Americans (Still) Love London

The British economy may be in the doldrums, but London remains a magnet for international fashion brands and American tourists, writes Imran Amed.


The BoF Podcast | Oliver Spencer on The Ups and Downs of Building a Fashion Business

The celebrated menswear designer joins BoF’s Imran Amed to discuss the evolution of his career in fashion from selling secondhand clothes to building his own brands.

The BoF Podcast | Oliver Spencer on The Ups and Downs of Building a Fashion Business

The celebrated menswear designer joins BoF’s Imran Amed to discuss the evolution of his career in fashion from selling secondhand clothes to building his own brands.


Italian Fashion Groups Set Aside Rivalries to Preserve ‘Made in Italy’

Prada, Zegna and others have started teaming up to protect their supply chains, showing a new spirit of collaboration.

Italian Fashion Groups Set Aside Rivalries to Preserve ‘Made in Italy’

Prada, Zegna and others have started teaming up to protect their supply chains, showing a new spirit of collaboration.


Burberry’s US Sales Fall As Aspirational Demand Weakens

Declines in the US were offset by recovery of Chinese spending, with total comparable store sales for the quarter up 18 percent.

Burberry’s US Sales Fall As Aspirational Demand Weakens

Declines in the US were offset by recovery of Chinese spending, with total comparable store sales for the quarter up 18 percent.


François-Henri Pinault Is in Talks to Buy CAA Talent Agency in $7 Billion Deal

Luxury tycoon is in advanced discussions to buy a majority stake in Creative Artists Agency, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially adding another international trophy asset to the portfolio of a French billionaire.

François-Henri Pinault Is in Talks to Buy CAA Talent Agency in $7 Billion Deal

Luxury tycoon is in advanced discussions to buy a majority stake in Creative Artists Agency, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially adding another international trophy asset to the portfolio of a French billionaire.


Can Switzerland’s Third-Largest Watch Brand Continue To Rise?

Omega’s sales have recovered and surpassed pre-Covid levels, CEO Raynald Aeschlimann said. But aggressive price hikes, step-and-repeat marketing and an authenticity scandal could challenge the Swatch-owned brand’s ascent.

Can Switzerland’s Third-Largest Watch Brand Continue To Rise?

Omega’s sales have recovered and surpassed pre-Covid levels, CEO Raynald Aeschlimann said. But aggressive price hikes, step-and-repeat marketing and an authenticity scandal could challenge the Swatch-owned brand’s ascent.


The Vampire’s Wife Settles With Tax Authorities, Sidesteps Liquidation

The brand said its debt settlement is being financed by existing investors.

The Vampire’s Wife Settles With Tax Authorities, Sidesteps Liquidation

The brand said its debt settlement is being financed by existing investors.


Prada’s Path to Retail Performance

Luca Solca examines Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra’s push to double retail space productivity at its flagship brand.

Prada’s Path to Retail Performance

Luca Solca examines Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra’s push to double retail space productivity at its flagship brand.


Jannik Sinner’s Gucci Deal Leads Wimbledon Fashion Revolution

The Italian tennis player carried a Gucci duffel bag onto the court at Wimbledon, marking a changing of the fashion guard in the tradition-bound tennis world.

Jannik Sinner’s Gucci Deal Leads Wimbledon Fashion Revolution

The Italian tennis player carried a Gucci duffel bag onto the court at Wimbledon, marking a changing of the fashion guard in the tradition-bound tennis world.


The BoF Podcast | Samuel Ross on Fostering Inclusion in Creative Industries

British fashion designer Samuel Ross opens up to BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed about his work to foster more diversity in fashion.

The BoF Podcast | Samuel Ross on Fostering Inclusion in Creative Industries

British fashion designer Samuel Ross opens up to BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed about his work to foster more diversity in fashion.


Confirmed: Gabriela Hearst to Exit Chloé

The designer’s last show for the Richemont-owned house will be on September 28. No successor has been named.

Confirmed: Gabriela Hearst to Exit Chloé

The designer’s last show for the Richemont-owned house will be on September 28. No successor has been named.