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.
Workplace & Talent
Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.
Inside IED’s New Master of Arts Programme: Textile Design, Eco-Threads
With new Master of Arts across its European campuses, IED Istituto Europeo di Design aims to equip postgraduate students with the skills required of sustainability-forward fashion and design practices.
Pandora Is Hiring on BoF Careers
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion and beauty talent.
LA’s Protests Have Ended But Fashion Can’t Shake Off Its Fear
Following the ICE raids and a week of protests, the city’s fashion employers continue to fret about what’s to come as the White House continues its deportation campaign.
Workplace & Talent
New York’s Fashion Workers Act Set to Go into Effect June 19
The Model Alliance, New York State Department of Labor and fashion industry stakeholders gathered Tuesday to celebrate the new law, which establishes regulations for fair treatment of models — including, preventing management agencies from charging unfair fees and giving models control over their likenesses created with AI.
New York’s Fashion Workers Act Set to Go into Effect June 19
The Model Alliance, New York State Department of Labor and fashion industry stakeholders gathered Tuesday to celebrate the new law, which establishes regulations for fair treatment of models — including, preventing management agencies from charging unfair fees and giving models control over their likenesses created with AI.
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The Debrief | When Fashion Lost Its Voice
As immigration raids in Los Angeles spur large-scale protests, the fashion industry has remained largely silent. The Debrief explores the reasons behind the muted response and the tangible actions brands can take to support vulnerable workers.
The Debrief | When Fashion Lost Its Voice
As immigration raids in Los Angeles spur large-scale protests, the fashion industry has remained largely silent. The Debrief explores the reasons behind the muted response and the tangible actions brands can take to support vulnerable workers.
Five Years After George Floyd: Can Fashion Still Stand for Something?
In 2020, fashion pledged solidarity and systemic change. Now, as political tides have turned, only a few brands are willing to speak up — or follow through.
Workplace & Talent
Garment Workers Are at Risk. Fashion Can’t Afford to Look Away.
The Trump administration is rapidly stepping up immigration raids in US cities, touching off protests and legal challenges. Even if brands aren’t willing to weigh in publicly, they need a plan to support their workforce.
Garment Workers Are at Risk. Fashion Can’t Afford to Look Away.
The Trump administration is rapidly stepping up immigration raids in US cities, touching off protests and legal challenges. Even if brands aren’t willing to weigh in publicly, they need a plan to support their workforce.
Has Fashion Given Up on Emerging Designers?
If we don't nurture smaller creative talents and businesses today, what will fashion look like 10 or 20 years from now?
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The 2025 Playbook for Employer Branding
During a recent LinkedIn Live, BoF’s senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and commercial features editorial director Sophie Soar shared insights into how companies can account for a workforce with evolving needs and expectations — from providing perks and services with cross-generational appeal, to navigating return-to-office policies in a new work environment.
The 2025 Playbook for Employer Branding
During a recent LinkedIn Live, BoF’s senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young and commercial features editorial director Sophie Soar shared insights into how companies can account for a workforce with evolving needs and expectations — from providing perks and services with cross-generational appeal, to navigating return-to-office policies in a new work environment.
Workplace & Talent
How I Became… Nars Cosmetics’ Deputy General Manager of Global Marketing
Having started her career in fashion PR and marketing, Jennifer Jackson pursued a long-standing love of the beauty industry to work in marketing at Nars — where she remains 12 years later. Now, she shares her career advice.
How I Became… Nars Cosmetics’ Deputy General Manager of Global Marketing
Having started her career in fashion PR and marketing, Jennifer Jackson pursued a long-standing love of the beauty industry to work in marketing at Nars — where she remains 12 years later. Now, she shares her career advice.
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Inside Vogue College of Fashion’s New MA Programmes
Through online and in-person Master’s programmes on its London and Madrid campuses, Vogue College of Fashion is equipping MA students with a further education in the necessary skillsets for successful careers in the fashion, luxury and creative industries.
Inside Vogue College of Fashion’s New MA Programmes
Through online and in-person Master’s programmes on its London and Madrid campuses, Vogue College of Fashion is equipping MA students with a further education in the necessary skillsets for successful careers in the fashion, luxury and creative industries.
Demonised by Trump, DEI Professionals Go ‘Discreet’ to Find Jobs
DEI workers are repositioning and rebranding to get contracts and retain remaining staff positions, distancing themselves from conversations around race and gender and instead prioritising their leadership expertise.
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.