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.
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Latest News & Analysis
Is Marc Jacobs Still America’s Most Important Designer?
It’s hard to dispute the force of a dream so deeply personal, and so detailed in its madness, writes Lynn Yaeger.
At Paris Fashion Week, Bigger Was Rarely Better
Julian Klausner’s Dries Van Noten was the winner of a Paris men’s season where grand statements risked overpowering the fashion, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Territorial Pissings with Rick Owens
Fashion’s master of the Dark Arts presents dual challenges to orthodoxy with his new show for men and a spectacular retrospective
Global Markets
Can Korean Fashion Be as Big as K-Beauty, or K-Pop?
K-fashion made significant inroads in becoming a part of a global fashion conversation in 2025, with brands like Post Archive Faction and Gentle Monster grabbing attention. But scaling the category to become as big as other cultural exports remains challenging.
Can Korean Fashion Be as Big as K-Beauty, or K-Pop?
K-fashion made significant inroads in becoming a part of a global fashion conversation in 2025, with brands like Post Archive Faction and Gentle Monster grabbing attention. But scaling the category to become as big as other cultural exports remains challenging.
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Ready for Relaunch? Jonathan Anderson’s Dior Challenge
The stakes are high for the designer’s debut at the French megabrand as owner LVMH faces mounting pressure to resolve problem areas in its portfolio.
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.
At Milan Fashion Week, Highs and Lows
Milan’s menswear showcase felt particularly frail this season, though there were a few standouts, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
This Week: Nike’s Earnings and Jonathan Anderson’s Dior Debut
In their own ways, both companies will provide major updates on how they plan to win back customers.
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Is Fashion Stuck in the Archives?
At Pitti Uomo, there was a sense of nostalgia that felt both backward looking and progressive, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Umit Benan Is Back
With a new Davide De Giglio-backed venture offering ‘bespoke prêt-à-porter,’ the master tailor is once again in the spotlight and will unveil a new collection and retail concept on Friday in Milan.
Francesco Risso Exits Marni
The Italian designer crafted a colourful, DIY-inflected universe during 10 years at the OTB-owned brand.
Fashion Week
How Homme Plissé Fits Into Issey Miyake’s New Menswear Strategy
The Japanese brand’s fastest-growing line is ceding the Paris fashion week spotlight to IM Men and taking a ‘slow road’ with traveling events powered by a new ‘open studio’ strategy, starting with an Italy-inspired presentation at Pitti Uomo in Florence.
How Homme Plissé Fits Into Issey Miyake’s New Menswear Strategy
The Japanese brand’s fastest-growing line is ceding the Paris fashion week spotlight to IM Men and taking a ‘slow road’ with traveling events powered by a new ‘open studio’ strategy, starting with an Italy-inspired presentation at Pitti Uomo in Florence.
The News in Brief
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.
Prada Credits Sandal’s Indian Legacy Amid Uproar
The Italian fashion group has acknowledged the Indian roots of a new open-toe sandal design after criticism from artisans and politicians.