Giorgio Armani Posts 24% Profit Drop in Tough 2024, Steps Up Investments
The Milanese group was hit by declining revenues and a slight increase in operating costs but said it retained a long-term approach amid a sharp downturn in luxury demand.
BoF VOICES
Reimagine the future of fashion with BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers.
The Tenth Edition of BoF VOICES Is Coming: First Speakers Announced
Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra, model Jean Campbell and MSCHF founder Gabriel Whaley are among the global experts who will share their insights at BoF’s annual gathering for big thinkers, now in its tenth year.
The BoF Podcast | Es Devlin and Ekow Eshun on Belonging, Otherness and Identity
World-renowned stage designer Es Devlin and writer Ekow Eshun explore how confronting personal biases and grappling with ‘otherness’ can fundamentally alter our understanding of self and community.
Global Markets
The BoF Podcast | Why India Will Not Be The Next China for Luxury
In this talk from BoF VOICES 2024, Ravi Thakran unpacks the dynamics of economic growth in India, explains why its path won’t mirror China’s, and shares insights on how to succeed in one of the world’s most complex — yet promising — markets.
The BoF Podcast | Why India Will Not Be The Next China for Luxury
In this talk from BoF VOICES 2024, Ravi Thakran unpacks the dynamics of economic growth in India, explains why its path won’t mirror China’s, and shares insights on how to succeed in one of the world’s most complex — yet promising — markets.
The BoF Podcast | Nara Smith and Lucky Blue Smith on Living Authentically in Viral Moments
At BoF VOICES 2024, Lucky Blue Smith and Nara Smith discussed the pressures of being in the public eye, and how staying true to themselves is core to their success — and their sanity.
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The BoF Podcast | Bethann Hardison: Model, Mother, Agent and Advocate
At BoF VOICES 2024, Bethann Hardison spoke with British-Jamaican designer Bianca Saunders about her inspiring career journey and the state of the fashion industry today.
The BoF Podcast | What Happens When It’s Too Hot to Make Fashion?
At VOICES 2024, BoF sustainability correspondent Sarah Kent sits down with a panel of experts to discuss how fashion can operate under increasingly unsustainable climate conditions.
The BoF Podcast | Alessandro Michele and Jacopo Venturini on the New Valentino
At VOICES 2024, BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks sits down with Alessandro Michele and Jacopo Venturini to understand their vision at Valentino, and discuss the emotional connection between creativity and business.
The BoF Podcast | How Independent Brands Can Thrive in a Fashion World Ruled by Giants
At BoF VOICES 2024, 1 Granary founder Olya Kuryshchuk hosted a panel on independent fashion with designer Roksanda Ilincic, consultant Bohan Qiu, and Antwerp Royal Academy director Brandon Wen.
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The BoF Podcast | How Skims and On Create Cultural Relevance
Skims co-founder Jens Grede and On co-founder David Allemann joined BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2024 to share how they are building culture-shaping brands rooted in product innovation.
The BoF Podcast | The Great Luxury E-Commerce Reckoning
Mytheresa CEO Michael Kliger and Moda Operandi co-founder Lauren Santo Domingo joined BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2024 to share their insights on the future of luxury e-commerce.
The BoF Podcast | Jacquemus: A Coming of Age Story
The designer joined BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2024 to share how he has built a successful independent business in a competitive environment and his plans for the future as well as settle some of the rumours and speculation.
Media
The BoF Podcast | Tina Brown on the Role of Journalism in the Age of Donald Trump
Former Vanity Fair editor Tina Brown joined BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2024 to reflect on the seismic shifts in media, what this means for truth and democracy, and the role of journalism in the age of Donald Trump.
The BoF Podcast | Tina Brown on the Role of Journalism in the Age of Donald Trump
Former Vanity Fair editor Tina Brown joined BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2024 to reflect on the seismic shifts in media, what this means for truth and democracy, and the role of journalism in the age of Donald Trump.
The News in Brief
E-Commerce Firm Jumia Draws Takeover Interest From Axian
A deal between the biggest e-commerce platform in Africa and telecommunications company Axian would help both company expand across the continent.
Billionaire H&M Founding Family Speeds Up Share Purchases
The Persson family and its related companies owned over 60 percent of H&M's shares at the end of May, prompting speculation the company may return to private ownership.
Kate Moss’ Cosmoss Enters Liquidation
The prestige skincare and wellness line founded by the British supermodel entered liquidation proceedings after failing to file its company accounts.
Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo Paired for Blockbuster Exhibition
The two era-defining avant-garde fashion designers will be the subject of a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.
Exclusive: Smythson of Bond Street Acquired by Oakley Capital
The British luxury lifestyle brand, known for its leather handbags, notebooks, homeware and other accessories, will look to accelerate its growth and expand internationally.
L’Oréal to Acquire Hair Care Brand Color Wow
Hair care was the second fastest-growing category at L’Oréal last year after fragrances.
Bold Management Acquires Influencer Agency The Digital Prototype
The deal bolsters Bold’s talent management capabilities in France.