The Debrief: Shoppers Push Back Against AI-Led Efficiency in Fashion
The fashion industry’s aggressive pursuit of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for enhanced efficiency, from design conceptualization to customer service, is encountering a growing wave of consumer discontent. What was once met…
Edgewell Personal Care Reports Strong Second Quarter Performance Driven by Grooming Segment Amidst Strategic Divestitures
Edgewell Personal Care, the consumer goods giant behind established brands such as Schick, Hawaiian Tropic, and Cremo, announced its second-quarter financial results on Wednesday, revealing a performance that surpassed analyst…
Fashion and Beauty Leaders Convene in London to Chart the AI Revolution
Senior executives from the vanguard of the global fashion and beauty industries convened in London for an exclusive aperitivo evening, a gathering dedicated to dissecting the profound implications and practical…
Coty Inc. Reports Widening Net Loss Amidst Strategic Portfolio Review and Geopolitical Headwinds
New York, NY – Beauty conglomerate Coty Inc. has announced a widening of its net loss for the most recent reporting period, a development attributed in part to its ongoing…
Brands are Brewing Controversy to Capture Attention in the Engagement Economy
The contemporary media landscape, characterized by an insatiable demand for instant engagement, has prompted a strategic shift among brands. In an economy that increasingly rewards shock value over sustained impact,…
The Secondhand Market Heats Up as Online Marketplaces Vie for Consumer Attention
The burgeoning secondhand market, a sector experiencing unprecedented growth and competition, is witnessing a strategic intensification of marketing efforts by key online platforms. Giants like eBay, alongside specialized resale sites…
Amazon Supply Chain Services Set to Revolutionize Global Logistics
Amazon’s ambitious foray into offering its vast logistics network to external companies, under the banner of "Amazon Supply Chain Services," marks a significant pivot for the e-commerce giant, transforming it…
The BoF Podcast | Inside Dries Van Noten’s Venice Manifesto
Following his strategic step back from the helm of his eponymous fashion house, Belgian designer Dries Van Noten has unveiled a significant new chapter in his illustrious career: the establishment…
Michelle Kluz Appointed Global CEO of DBG Beauty, Steering MCo Beauty and Portfolio Expansion
DBG Beauty, the Australian conglomerate behind the highly successful MCo Beauty brand, has announced the appointment of Michelle Kluz as its new Global Chief Executive Officer. Kluz, a seasoned executive…
Nike’s Boston Marathon Sign Sparks Debate on Brand Exclusivity and Inclusivity
The recent controversy surrounding Nike’s slogan, "Runners Welcome. Walkers Tolerated," displayed on a sign along the Boston Marathon course in April, has ignited a broader conversation within the fashion and…
















