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Brand identity — at times reaffirmed and at others in flux — was top of mind in Milan Saturday, Angelo Flaccavento reports. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/tBLG2dZ

The most hotly anticipated show of the week was also its most polarising. But there was more on the menu on day four of the Milan shows, reports Angelo Flaccavento. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/vRtapjZ

Ascher worked at the American cosmetics firm for 25 years. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/q2rDaKy

Unexpected new features and algorithmic changes at Instagram and TikTok are a reminder that brands and creators can’t become overly reliant on any one platform to drive their business. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/h9f3u6X

A US judge rejected the personal care giant’s bid to dismiss a lawsuit by Texas’ Attorney General accusing the company of failing to warn consumers that it may be unsafe for pregnant women to take Tylenol. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/dRuqF1n

After past stumbles, Chinese capital is taking a more measured approach to investments in US and European fashion labels, tempering expectations for breakneck expansion. Will it work? from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FdvJ2tY

The designer owed one of her happy fashion places to Consuelo Castiglioni. She never imagined she’d one day take her place. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/XoA9nR2

On the third day of Milan Fashion Week, Miuccia Prada, Raf Simons, Meryll Rogge and the Armani heirs, Silvana Armani and Leo Dell’Orco, were among the designers who offered food for thought on the matter of identity. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/YyVz70D

A pioneer in luxury education since 1991, French business school ESSEC has launched a new Master’s in Luxury Management — preparing students for the evolving luxury industry through a thorough academic and hands-on curriculum. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jT74qGr

The masculine and feminine faced off — how very Milanese! — at Maria Grazia Chiuri’s first show for Fendi and Simone Bellotti’s sophomore outing for Jil Sander on day two of Milan Fashion Week. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ui2CvLF

The designer focused on clarifying the brand’s silhouette and creating a unified cross-gender wardrobe in a surprisingly colourless debut. ‘I’m not an entertainment designer,’ she explained. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Eweo7ad

Half a year after Giorgio Armani’s death, it appears to be business as usual at the sprawling fashion empire while potential investors continue to circle with no firm bid in sight. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/UGFy0tR

The suits were filed on Monday in ​the ⁠US Court of International Trade, ticking up a growing list of prominent ⁠companies to file suit following Friday's landmark ruling. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Dn3AREv

From Daniel del Valle to Oscar Ouyang, London’s creative newcomers held their own alongside more established propositions, reports Susanna Lau. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/0wF59dU

It never rained, but it poured in Daniel Lee’s LFW closer on Monday night, reports Tim Blanks. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/cE2W4Nh

Body diversity made a comeback at London Fashion Week thanks to emerging designers like Karoline Vitto and Phoebe English, despite a global, GLP-1-fuelled shift towards ultra-thinness. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/r23DfmZ

The Gala, taking place on May 4, will be co-chaired by Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams and Anna Wintour. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/EVsinFe

Body diversity made a comeback at London Fashion Week thanks to emerging designers like Karoline Vitto and Phoebe English, despite a global, GLP-1 fuelled shift toward ultra-thinness. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/VFQ0fiX

The Los Angeles-based brand surpassed $300 million in sales last year, said founder Mike Amiri. Now it’s planting its flag on the most expensive retail thoroughfare in the world. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/DJg6e1I

The new announcement stirred up more economic turbulence as president Trump lashed out at the US Supreme Court. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/AqG1nVF

Kering, LVMH and OTB all have significant skin in the game this Milan Fashion Week with new designer runway debuts at storied Italian brands. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/SvXF2ZJ

A majority of justices struck down the ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that sent shockwaves through the fashion industry, setting the stage for a rush of brands trying to recoup duties they’ve already paid. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/drMvZ0j

Watching the British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker’s collection he chatted animatedly to British Fashion Council chief Laura Weir and designer Stella McCartney on the front row. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jySWAwY

How designer Erdem Moralioğlu’s label has outlived peers, surviving Brexit and the bankruptcies of Barneys, Matches and Saks with a consistent and soulful signature rooted in a fascination with the feminine, the tension between control and ‘undone-ness’ and an obsession with beauty. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/M4OFlPy

Aritzia plans to revitalise the store and its famous ivy-covered façade, transforming it into a renewed multibrand lifestyle destination. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/vEPczrH

The Italian luxury outerwear group posted a better-than-expected sales rise thanks to growth in Asian and US markets. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/7XIyObc

With the purchase, the e-commerce giant is gaining a critical foothold with younger shoppers and will expand its share in luxury resale. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/0f17Bs3

The New York City-based designer who elevated J.Crew’s profile amongst menswear enthusiasts said he is leaving the creative director role to focus on his own label, Noah. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/OmBDvqw

Executive chairman Brunello Cucinelli said the company has seen no financial hit in 2026 from the luxury retailer’s bankruptcy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/hAE12sf

Simon Property Group is seeking to take over stores in California and New York, claiming Saks Global didn’t pay rent before seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pCcOiHM

The co-founder of Sincerely Yours is a Youtube sensation, a Gen Alpha skincare success story and coming soon to a streaming device near you. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/tHySM0d

Baidawi is replacing the title’s longtime editor Will Welch in the latest masthead shake-up at publisher Condé Nast. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ZXRbQ9g

The Swiss watchmaker’s revenue grew by 10 percent last year, far outpacing the sector. Robin Swithinbank speaks to CEO Ilaria Resta about how she plans to keep up the momentum. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/cUJG54j

At a challenging time for the industry and the world at large, brands focused on serving their clients’ needs for comfort, a source of power, specialness and of course — things to buy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/d2zVpi3

The perfumer created signature scents like Amazingreen and Concrete in partnership with founder Rei Kawakubo. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/7jnHSUO

Discover job openings at the LVMH luxury fashion house on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion and beauty talent. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/oTaZzH7

Not so long ago, the “it” bags, shoes, jackets and belts usually bore the logo of a big luxury brand. But relentless price hikes have opened the door for premium players like Sézane and COS — and even mass brands like Uniqlo and Ugg — to capture the cultural zeitgeist. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/4oakJqX

The two holidays haven’t synced up this closely in a century. That should keep the fashion industry busy, as both have become major global shopping events. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/5zE7shj

Publisher Lagardère has partnered with Innsaei Sarl to introduce a new magazine for French-speaking markets on the African continent such as Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon and Senegal. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/CevKcZB

Three seasons in, Veronica Leoni’s take on Calvin Klein remains rooted in tailored minimalism, though this time, she revisited the brand’s provocative past, too. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/U9JM8Ku

New York’s runways were once the industry’s ultimate marketing platform. Many brands are realising there are other ways to reach customers — with a better ROI. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/1IiR5De

International sales at brands like La Mer and Le Labo are improving, but the cosmetics conglomerate is still struggling to connect with American consumers. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/0oZms8l

Once a global pioneer thanks to its affordable, tech-forward ​plastic watches of the ⁠1980s, the watchmaker has failed to rekindle innovation since the 2010 death of founder Nicolas Hayek. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2jc3kVJ

The US cosmetics label went through a reorganisation on Wednesday that saw around one-third of employees let go. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/kfZHGxc

The world’s biggest eyewear maker reported an 18 percent surge in fourth-quarter sales, far surpassing analysts’ estimates. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/UMJQlbw

In this week’s High Margin newsletter: Kering shares pop off again as its sales decline slows — despite a lack of clarity on Gucci’s next steps. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/eAVOC15

Following a buzzy menswear show in Milan and outfitting Team USA for the Winter Olympics, Ralph Lauren returned home to New York City to present its latest womenswear collection, a key growth area for the brand. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/DhMAiU6

The move follows the company’s announcement last week to shutter its off-price business, Saks Off Fifth. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pEyTjCr

BoF’s latest knowledge report, in partnership with Snap Inc. in Mena, unpacks best practices to connect with communities in the Gulf through online dialogues, AR experiences, geolocation tools, wearable tech and more. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/smohVyx

The eyewear maker on Monday announced that former Macy’s executive Adrian Mitchell joined the company as finance chief this month. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/hGt7uYA

For the outerwear retailer’s third Chapter 11 filing, the plan is to sell as many as possible of its 175 stores, and liquidate the rest. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/cQ36YRA

The Chuck Taylor maker’s sales plummeted 30 percent in the latest quarter. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/4pkZnsJ

Footwear manufacturers and apparel exporters emerged as major winners in the joint framework for an interim trade deal between the US and India. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/QJoRaDV

With hiring slowing and AI reshaping entry-level work, recent graduates are turning to a mix of old-school tactics and unconventional paths to get a foothold. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/oz8jFDZ

Kering’s latest earnings report will likely show another steep sales decline at its largest brand. Plus, New York Fashion Week begins. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jHK3d0z

In the BoF Podcast’s first-ever Ask Me Anything episode, Imran Amed responds to listeners’ questions. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/g61xKae

The LVMH-backed label said Henry’s departure, after seven years, was a ‘mutual decision’ as the fashion house explores ‘a different format for its future evolution.’ from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/km19w8I

Influencer marketing represents a nearly $44 billion dollar industry that’s set to surpass traditional media, but a stigma around its personalities and economics still persists. Should it? from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/4loV5wE

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell and Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Fran Horowitz spoke to The Business of Fashion about their fashion strategy designed to deepen fandom and cultural relevance while expanding the league’s commercial playbook. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/qBodL4r

The Toronto-listed stock plummeted as much as 24 percent on Thursday. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/mjyodaH

It’s a case of winners and losers for Swiss watchmakers, as the strongest brands shoot ahead, widening the gap with their smaller rivals, writes Robin Swithinbank. Plus, Rolex’s LIV Golf tie-up and The Honourable Merchants Group’s pause. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/lpkyuqe

The EEOC is investigating the brand over claims of systemic racism against white employees, including through DEI programmes. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/wE1fVCg

Projected to exceed $360 million in annual sales, Rhode remained the company’s fastest-growing brand, driving sales momentum. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/EGT4fMR

The top UK Rolex seller upgraded its annual sales outlook as demand for luxury timepieces rebounds, particularly in the US. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/uwU5zBk

BoF’s latest knowledge report examines strategies for how fashion and beauty brands can create lasting impact and culturally resonant activations with the GCC consumer base. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/hU9vXQu

The fast-growing Swedish label’s ‘consistency has merged with the zeitgeist,’ chief executive Richardos Klarén said, as LVMH fuels retail expansion. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/rNFBwpZ

Ecoalf is sharpening its circularity-first approach while expanding its global footprint. BoF sits down with its founder Javier Goyeneche to discuss the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the mission-driven brand that puts sustainability at the core of its business. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/4GgYTmH

The Greater China region remained weak, with organic revenues down 10 percent. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/EGnvUqJ

With influencer marketing sector expected to hit $44 billion this year, The Business of Fashion is looking deeper at this rapidly changing industry with a special package on the stakes it’s facing today. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FwRdxlD

With a North American licensing deal under its belt, the reinvented high-street giant is growing again under new owners and a global strategy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/QY8Sg0d

The end of the luxury retailer’s partnership with Amazon, arrives two years after the e-commerce giant made a $475 million investment in Saks, Reuters reported. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/PSBeQkK

Thom Browne, Abercrombie & Fitch and Tecovas are among the brands with Super Bowl activations. Meanwhile, the Winter Olympics kick off in Milan. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/8yL6IhZ