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California Governor Signs Textile Recycling Bill into Law

The legislation will make brands responsible for establishing and funding a programme to collect and recycle old clothes. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ZrRbOSX

Estée Lauder Companies Announces Leadership Changes

The beauty conglomerate names two replacements for its North America group president, who will retire in 2025. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/MDXZqhH

Telfar to Launch Real Leather Bags

The brand, known for its perpetually sold-out “Bushwick Birkin” totes made from vegan leather, is launching a range of pebble leather bags, priced as high as $960. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/AuZrCmY

Garment Workers’ Protests Leave One Dead in Bangladesh

A clash between protesting garment workers and police in Bangladesh resulted in one death and over 20 injuries on Monday, as workers demanding higher wages and better conditions blocked a major highway. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/3UN4Yex

Birkenstock Launches Foot Care Range

The German footwear maker is commemorating its 250th anniversary with a range of foot care products, including bath salts and a nourishing balm. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/JqpYZlB

Francesca Bellettini’s Plan For Kering

Topping off a transformative tenure at Saint Laurent, the Italian executive and BoF 500 member is co-piloting fashion’s highest-stakes turnaround effort as owner Kering’s deputy CEO for brand development. Can Bellettini engineer a rebirth for the luxury giant and its flagship Gucci? from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/CcZijYw

Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Debut: Lightness, Luxury and ‘Fireflies Seeking Love’

The star designer’s first runway show for Valentino confirmed his own distinct voice, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/wdB0TOU

Inside The BoF 500 Gala 2024: All the Red Carpet Looks

Greta Lee, Ayo Edebiri, Damiano David and Victoria Beckham were among those who celebrated new entrants and longstanding members of The BoF 500 community during Paris Fashion Week. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Sn6KaF4

This Week: Nike’s Next Chapter Begins

Quarterly earnings on Tuesday are likely to paint a bleak picture, but also provide the new regime an opportunity to lay groundwork for a recovery. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/WClvaKt

BoF 500 After Party: Fashion’s ‘Family Reunion’

Highlights included the party soundtrack by DJ Aymen and Wizkid opening up the dancefloor after his intimate performance. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pZvmBsd

BoF 500: The Fashion Industry Olympics Come to Paris

Rising talents and industry legends united to celebrate 2024’s new members of the definitive list of people shaping global fashion and culture. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/yWldH7J

Lotta Volkova-Styled All-In Makes Splash

Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø's upcycling label is helping to fuel a new wave of eco-minded fashion, alongside the likes of Hodakova and Duran Lantink. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/0A1CF7G

Analytical, Not Literal: Inside Nadège Vanhee’s Hermès Vision

By translating the French luxury house’s codes “analytically rather than literally,” the designer has managed to update its vision of feminine elegance with a sportier, more body-conscious silhouette. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/d1kl9cq

In Paris, the Boys Can’t Help It!

Fearless idiosyncrasy is an irresistible asset for Jonathan Anderson at Loewe and Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/EyTHGRW

The BoF Podcast | Alessandro Michele: “There Is Always Mr. Valentino Somewhere With Me.”

Alessandro Michele sits down with Imran Amed to reflect on his evolution as a designer, his deep connection to Valentino’s heritage, and the importance of passion and obsession in achieving creative success. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/1nxyMU4

Beauty Is Still Defiance

Rick Owens has always said so, but Chloe’s Chemena Kamali is also turning prettiness into a surprisingly potent force, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/3fVYupx

Moncler CEO Strengthens Grip on Company With LVMH Deal

Remo Ruffini is tightening his control of the outerwear specialist after striking a deal with LVMH, which will take a stake in the Ruffini investment vehicle that is Moncler’s biggest shareholder. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/UfhCAY4

First Came the $100 Wide-Leg Jeans. Then the $700 Shopping Spree

The rise of wide-leg jeans is sparking a transformative shift in fashion, prompting brands like Gap, Madewell, and Lululemon to expand their offerings as consumers purchase complementary items, driving increased sales and reshaping wardrobe choices among teens and young women. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/fBRz1yc

Bath & Body Works President to Step Down, Role Eliminated

The US body care brand’s retail president Julie Rosen will leave the company on October 22. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/zdF25Vw

Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Vision

After a historic turn at Gucci, Alessandro Michele’s next move was the subject of intense industry speculation. Now, the superstar creative director and BoF 500 member has returned to fashion with a new vision for the storied Roman couture house Valentino. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/6rGYOk9

Paris Day Two: Best Friends Nicolas Di Felice and Julien Dossena Show on the Same Day

It always pays to be smart, but in fashion, it helps if you’re sexy too, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/k1MZdTj

Amazons on the Catwalk

Dior and Saint Laurent’s strong, sensual visions suggest Paris is still throbbing with the Olympic spirit, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/t26hJZu

California Set to Mandate Clothing Recycling as Wardrobe Waste Grows

A new California bill proposes that brands take charge of recycling efforts, allowing consumers to drop off unwanted clothing at designated sites. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/NCaF7c9

LVMH’s Head of Selective Retailing Is Set to Leave Luxury Group

Chris de Lapuente, head of LVMH’s selective retailing division that includes Sephora and Parisian department stores, is set to leave the luxury group, with an announcement expected this week. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/76WkIrB

The Debrief | Why Does Menswear All Look the Same?

Executive Editor Brian Baskin dives into whether and why men’s style is getting stale, and the brands that are trying to do something about it, with BoF correspondents Malique Morris and Lei Takanashi. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/sVILHfY

Harrods Investigating if Any Current Staff Were Involved in Fayed’s Alleged Abuse

The company is investigating potential involvement of its current staff in the alleged sexual abuse by former owner Mohamed Al Fayed, following accusations from over 100 women, as the luxury retailer launches a review and collaborates with Scotland Yard to address the claims. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/4kHMt7F

Backstage Pass | Versace: Finding Joy in Troubled Times

Imran Amed and Tim Blanks talk to industry insiders about what makes a fashion brand unique. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/rEtCu60

Is This the End of Fashion History? Not So Fast

The Milan collections took endless trips down memory lane, but the likes of Francesco Risso’s Marni and Simone Bellotti’s Bally delivered originality, reported Angelo Flaccavento. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/RVGU60H

Ludovic de Saint Sernin to Guest Design Jean Paul Gaultier Couture

The designer will show during Paris’ haute couture week in January. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Z2NiI0n

How Adidas Engineered Its Big Comeback

Two years ago, Adidas was in crisis after terminating its Yeezy business. But since then, the brand has engineered a remarkable turnaround, led by CEO Bjørn Gulden and the success of its Samba sneakers. Gulden and other Adidas executives opened up about the changes that got the company back on track, and what’s next for the sneaker giant. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/YtyHGNJ

WOW = A World of Wonder

Saturday in Milan paraded fashion marvels from Bottega Veneta, Bally and Diesel, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Tj1Egfm

This Week: One Big Debut at Paris Fashion Week

Alessandro Michele’s first collection for Valentino will dominate the conversation this season. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FjswIbv

What Does Pressure Look Like in Milan?

Gucci’s Sabato De Sarno and Moschino’s Adrian Appiolaza are both weighed by legacy. But life is much easier for one of them, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/5j2acPN

The BoF Podcast | Skepta on Failing, Learning and Freedom in Fashion

Renowned Grime MC and rapper Skepta joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss the revival of his clothing brand Mains, the parallels between music and fashion, and how embracing failure has been key to his creative journey. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Yn8d0EF

Margherita Missoni’s Maccapani Brand Attracts Investment From Bizzarri Family, Collaborates With eBay

The family of former Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri has taken a minority stake in the Italian knitwear scion’s new womenswear venture. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ZTmKj6t

Confronting the Future and the Past in Milan

Miuccia and Raf deal with algorithms at Prada while Fausto salutes the dead at Cavalli, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/9dDMLRE

Nike CEO John Donahoe to Step Down

The embattled chief executive will make way for Elliott Hill, a Nike veteran who had retired from the brand in 2020. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/tzCIwQ8

‘The Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary’: Adrian Appiolaza’s Moschino Vision Takes Shape

Under new creative direction, the Italian fashion house is rebalancing its surrealist, campy image with a more grounded silhouette. 'It was important to find the line between reality and theatricality,’ Appiolaza told BoF. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/QIP0kLX

Milan Goes to the Movies

The cinematic streak was strong in collections from Fendi, Marni and Jil Sander, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/k8AjozD

Fed Cuts Rates by Half Point in Decisive Bid to Defend Economy

The Federal Reserve is aiming to bolster the labour market while signalling a cautious approach to future adjustments amid mixed economic indicators. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/54FbSrD

The Debrief | Luxury Fashion’s Designer Diversity Problem

BoF senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and luxury editor Robert Williams dive into the ongoing struggle for diversity in fashion’s top creative roles and explore how mass brands are setting new standards for inclusivity. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/hKPS2o4

Fashion Executives on Finding Brand Success on TikTok

This September, BoF and TikTok co-hosted an intimate roundtable with executives from the likes of TikTok, LVMH, Calvin Klein, Fendi, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and E.l.f. Beauty, to discuss how brands can effectively build digital intimacy with their communities and drive commercial results. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/8JSEQYL

EssilorLuxottica Extends Smart Glasses Partnership With Meta

Although the launch of the first smart glasses struggled to gain traction among consumers, the latest version, introduced in late 2023, has sold more units in a few months than the previous ones did in two years. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pbnM5OY

Inside Luxury’s Italian Sweatshops Problem

An Italian probe linking luxury labels including Dior and Armani to labour exploitation — with the supply chains of up to a dozen more brands under the microscope — has exposed a seedy practice deeply embedded in the luxury system, creating an unpredictable PR crisis at a precarious time for the sector, a BoF investigation has found. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/nyp9zC7

London Designers Keep Calm and Carry On Being Creative

At London Fashion Week, designers largely stomached the market slowdown and got on with it, writes Susanna Lau. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Cgc5sIv

London: What’s Next?

JW Anderson and Burberry come up with very different answers to that question, writes Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/9tJEDul

Michael Kors Highlights Handbag Market Diversity in FTC Hearing

Michael Kors testified about the nature of the competitive landscape of the handbag market, as the FTC scrutinises Tapestry’s $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/PQAOzH5

Announcing Aesop on BoF Careers

Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/C6Gyq2r

Case Study | How to Create the Perfect E-Commerce Site

The best websites balance the jobs of inspiring customers via lush graphics and compelling storytelling, and maximising sales with a design that’s convenient, intuitive and easy to navigate. This case study explores how to achieve both goals and create the ideal online shopping experience. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/8iBfnx7

This Week: Burberry, Gucci and the Federal Reserve Could Surprise Us

Two struggling luxury brands will show their latest collections, while the US central bank is expected to make a long-anticipated cut to interest rates. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/MJn2dzP

World Afro Day Urges UK Parliament to Adopt Hair Discrimination Policy

Celebrities and advocates have penned an open letter campaigning to reform the 2010 Equality Act to include Black hairstyles to be protected against discrimination. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jt5peqk

New York State Launches Fashion Grants for Sustainability and Innovation

The state’s Fashion Innovation Center will dole out up to $10,000 in funding to support start-ups, farmers and researchers in their efforts to develop new materials, manufacturing technologies and agricultural processes. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ktSmGQs

The BoF Podcast | Clare Waight Keller on Leadership in Fashion

Clare Waight Keller joins Imran Amed to discuss her zigzagging journey through the fashion industry, designing for American mainstays like Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren; European luxury labels such as Chloé and Givenchy and most recently, mass retailer Uniqlo. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/RpJuWFS

Shein Says Move to Close US De Minimis Loophole Won’t Hurt Competitive Advantage

The company’s on-demand business model gives it “not just a few points advantage, but a significant advantage,” executive chairman Donald Tang said in an interview. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/nyYrb6w

Givenchy Names Sarah Burton Its New Designer

The longtime Alexander McQueen creative director will be LVMH-owned Givenchy’s fourth designer in 10 years. Her debut show is set for March 2025. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FpXlYwO

Macy’s Targets Menswear Shoppers With New Private Label

Macy’s newest private label, “Mode of One,” is taking aim at the contemporary menswear shopper as the retailer tries to shore up its men’s apparel business. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/mDZlu1P

New York Fashion Week Isn’t Dead

Big names, extravagant productions, a Google-sponsored shuttle bus and an overall sense of high energy all helped breathe new life into the shows this season. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/LNBqsT5

Milan Proposes Supply-Chain Database Amid Sweatshops Probe

The Prefecture of Milan is aiming to beef up the fashion sector’s monitoring systems after an investigation by Milanese prosecutors found labour exploitation in the supply chains of luxury brands including Armani and Dior. The scheme currently in draft would be voluntary and limited to the Lombardy region. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/bKZFdpR

Scotch & Soda’s Next Chapter

Scotch & Soda is relaunching with a new strategic focus, backed by new owners Bluestar Alliance. BoF learns more. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/MrHnkSi

Hopes and Fears at New York Fashion Week

The intense political moment found its way onto the runway, wittingly or unwittingly, reports Lynn Yaeger. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Pb8vwSn

Sephora North America Appoints New Chief Financial Officer

Delphine Herve will succeed Christophe Le Boterff in April 2025 when he retires after eight years’ tenure. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pscB8VL

Can Off-White Get Back on Track?

In recent years, the death of founder Virgil Abloh, a troubled push upmarket and the near implosion of Farfetch have dealt severe blows to one of the world’s most successful luxury streetwear brands. Off-White CEO Cristiano Fagnani sat down with BoF to outline his ‘reset’ strategy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/TyF9EvS

The Supima Design Competition Showcases Fashion’s Next Generation at New York Fashion Week

Through partnerships with leading fashion schools across the US and a robust and growing network of alumni, the Supima Design Competition is setting up emerging design talent for success. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/POX5n9S

Nike Shareholders Vote Against Proposal on Workers’ Rights

The sports giant’s shareholders have voted against a proposal to consider joining binding agreements with supply chain workers to better address human rights issues in high-risk countries. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/uGpImU5

At NYFW, Models Push Governor to Sign Fashion Workers Act into Law

The Model Alliance delivered hundreds of letters from models and allies to New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s office Tuesday morning, calling on her to sign the act which passed in the state’s Senate and Assembly in July. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/s7SVzoa

After the ‘Toryssance’: Tory Burch’s Balancing Act

The American designer and entrepreneur revived industry chatter by updating her aesthetic. Now Burch—wary of straying too far from her roots—is fine-tuning the balance between stretching her creative limits while serving her loyalists. She’s also relaunching her trademark shoe. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/TfRlFXU

French Brand Sessùn Sells Majority Stake to Italian Fund, Eyeing International Expansion

Italian private equity Quadrivio acquired a majority stake from Experienced Capital and the brand’s founder. With growth outside France in focus, investing in brand awareness takes centre stage. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FN1m3Qx

Net-a-Porter Shifts Beauty to Affiliate Model

Known in the past as a key launchpad for luxury beauty labels like Dr. Barbara Sturm, Net-a-Porter’s beauty vertical is switching to an editorial-style affiliate model. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/PT1EDiX

Leveraging TikTok for Brand and Sales Success

In BoF’s latest white paper, in partnership with TikTok, brand and marketing executives, independent analysts and TikTok business leaders share their insights on the best practices to acquire and engage audiences by honing platform-relevant brand, product and paid marketing strategies, with examples from Coach, E.l.f. Beauty, Marc Jacobs and many more. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pgDIhE5

European Luxury Shares’ $240 Billion Rout Is Just the Beginning

Analysts foresee a prolonged slowdown ahead for luxury firms as hopes of a quick turnaround wane and China’s downturn worsens. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/7EDUAWT

The Body Shop’s Remaining UK Stores Saved After Rescue Deal Agreed

The Body Shop has been rescued from administration by a consortium led by the British cosmetics tycoon Mike Jatania in a deal that will keep the ethical beauty brand’s remaining 113 UK stores trading. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/uTna15D

This Week: Fashion Week, Nike’s Shareholder Meeting and Inditex Results

The shows continue in New York and London, while Nike’s board faces off against shareholders and Inditex reports results. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/bfLMHEB

Fashion Week Launches with a Political Statement

On Friday morning, the opening day of New York Fashion Week, runway glamour was put on pause in favour of political activism as the CFDA, in collaboration with Vogue and voting rights group I Am A Voter, spearheaded a non-partisan march to encourage people to register to vote. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/HTtcrRf

The BoF Podcast | Lyas on the Enduring Power of Fashion Storytelling

French fashion narrator Lyas joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss how he developed his fashion persona and why he believes the golden age of fashion designers is over. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/DCGFHER

How Ulla Johnson Played Fashion’s Long Game

After 25 years in business, Ulla Johnson has reached nine figures in annual sales by charting her own course, from resisting outside fundraising to embracing what she calls “slow fashion.” With a new CEO at the helm, she’s once again looking to enter the next stage of growth her own way. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/kwBr2x7

Fear of God Names Bastien Daguzan CEO

Daguzan is tasked with growing the brand's awareness, expanding its international distribution channels and reconfiguring e-commerce for global customers. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/A2bkP0D

Shein’s Pop-Up Store Ruffles South African Retail Sector

The retailers’ debut pop-up store in South Africa has triggered controversy and tax changes aimed at protecting local retailers by increasing levies on low-value imports. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/UQth4zf

Ulysse Nardin and Girard-Perregaux Chart a Post-Kering Future

Two underdog watchmakers with centuries-old histories have had to furlough workers in a slowing luxury market. But CEO Patrick Pruniaux sees opportunity ahead as the brands endeavour to stand on their own in the wake of a sale by Gucci-owner Kering. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/N8EH4Xp

Solving Fashion’s $163 Billion Buying and Sizing Inaccuracy Problem

As competition for customers’ discretionary spend intensifies, smart assortment planning — from size predictions to demand forecasting — can help brands and retailers stay ahead. BoF sits down with Style Arcade CEO and co-founder Michaela Wessels to learn more. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/KpM9UqC

Bustle and W Magazine Owner BDG Closes Investment Round

The cash injection will be used to help the media company enact its turnaround strategy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/OGj0XIH

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Hires Gabriela Ferreira to Lead Global Push

Ferreira, who leads the Southeast Asia business for LVMH-owned Loewe, has been appointed the Hong Kong-based jeweller’s general manager, international. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/SfU35wj

Cult Gaia Gets Into Beauty With Fragrance Line

This week, the womenswear and accessories label is launching its first fragrance line. The three $228 scents are a major push towards its goal of becoming a full lifestyle brand. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/haQJ8nH

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 from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jxvH1BU

Hong Kong Luxury Shops Sit Empty as Chinese Spending Plunges

Banks and fast food restaurants have taken over spaces once leased to the likes of Omega and Burberry in the iconic shopping destination. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/lhEyGtL

Dior Taps Miu Miu CEO Benedetta Petrruzzo as Managing Director

The executive oversaw a period of explosive growth at Prada-owned Miu Miu. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/xlDiNfU

Why Menswear Is Getting a Marketing Refresh

As critics argue that menswear labels’ homogenous marketing style has made for a feeling of boredom and sameness in the sector, start-ups are beginning to invest in imagery that will set them apart from their competitors. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/fPZlepT

Commercialising the Zeitgeist: Crafting a Successful TikTok Strategy

With a community exceeding 1 billion individuals, TikTok is a critical driver of success for fashion and beauty brands today. Partnering with TikTok, BoF shares exclusive internal insights and strategic analysis from a range of independent experts to identify how businesses can optimise their brand and product marketing performance on TikTok, and generate sales through its ads and commerce features. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/guvmZ6N

The Best Jobs on BoF Careers

Discover the most exciting career opportunities now available on BoF Careers — including jobs from Tapestry, Hoka and Toteme. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Va2PlKt

A Reality Check for Temu

Growth is slowing, competition is getting intense and regulators have the fast-fashion retailer in their sights. But despite investor panic over its prospects, Temu remains an e-commerce powerhouse — one that Western competitors must continue to watch. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ZjOwvH1

This Week: New York Fashion Week Kicks Off

A host of international names, more churn among emerging labels and the usual American giants make for a thematically confusing, but commercially robust season. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/yRfwGgM