Saks Finalises Acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group
The $2.7 billion merger counts Amazon, G-III Apparel Group and Authentic Brands Group as investors.
Fashion Week
Independent show reviews from fashion’s top critics.
The BoF Podcast | Tim Blanks and Imran Amed Reflect on the Spring/Summer 2025 Shows
BoF’s editor-in-chief and editor-at-large reflected on fashion month’s standout moments, and examined how designers are responding to a world in flux.
The Top 10 Shows of the Season
BoF editors select the best shows of the Spring-Summer 2025 season.
At Paris Fashion Week, Fear and Fearlessness
Amid a market slowdown, designers mostly played it safe, but a handful of creative risk-takers came out on top, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Relevance: It Begins With a Blessing, and Ends With a Curse
The last day of Fashion Week in Paris highlights Miu Miu, Chanel and Louis Vuitton, writes Tim Blanks.
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Demna’s Journey: From Barely There to Imperial Presence
The designer calls himself ‘a catastrophic thinker,’ but he’s given himself a break with his new collection for Balenciaga, writes Tim Blanks.
In Paris, Shapes of Things to Come
Junya Watanabe, Duran Lantink and Chitose Abe are modern maestros of challenging silhouette, writes Tim Blanks.
Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Debut: Lightness, Luxury and ‘Fireflies Seeking Love’
The star designer’s first runway show for Valentino confirmed his own distinct voice, writes Tim Blanks.
Lotta Volkova-Styled All-In Makes Splash
Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø's upcycling label is helping to fuel a new wave of eco-minded fashion, alongside the likes of Hodakova and Duran Lantink.
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In Paris, the Boys Can’t Help It!
Fearless idiosyncrasy is an irresistible asset for Jonathan Anderson at Loewe and Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli, writes Tim Blanks.
Beauty Is Still Defiance
Rick Owens has always said so, but Chloé’s Chemena Kamali is also turning prettiness into a surprisingly potent force, writes Tim Blanks.
In Paris, Best Friends Nicolas Di Felice and Julien Dossena Show on the Same Day
It always pays to be smart, but in fashion, it helps if you’re sexy too, writes Tim Blanks.
Backstage Pass | Diesel and the Mastery of Denim
Tim Blanks goes backstage at Diesel’s Spring/Summer 25 show.
The News in Brief
Model Rights Bill Signed into Law in New York
The new law will give models working in the state greater protection from exploitation, harassment and AI.
L’Oréal Acquires South Korea’s Dr.G in Skincare Deal With Migros
French cosmetics giant L’Oréal said on Monday it had agreed to buy Gowoonsesang Cosmetics, which includes South Korean skincare brand Dr.G., from Swiss retailer Migros.
Boohoo Shareholders Vote to Block Mike Ashley From Joining Board
Investors representing 64% of Boohoo’s stock voted against appointing Ashley and Mike Lennon at a special meeting on Friday morning called by Ashley’s Frasers Group.
Walmart Says to Miss Climate Targets as Green Challenges Mount
Previous pledges to reduce operational greenhouse gas emissions by 65% by 2030 and 35% by 2025 are probably not achievable, and the company will consider reviewing its climate targets next year.
Lilly’s US Weight-Loss Drug Shortage Ends, Curtailing Copycats
Sales of cheaper compounded versions must stop within 90 days. Novo’s rival shots, Ozempic and Wegovy, remain in short supply.
Prada Group and EssilorLuxottica Renew Ten-Year Eyewear License
Building on an existing twenty-year partnership, Prada Group and the Franco-Italian eyewear conglomerate EssilorLuxottica have renewed their licensing agreement for ten years.
Sofie Pavitt Face Gets Picked Up By Sephora
The “acne whisperer” for A-list Gen Z celebrities inks her biggest retail partnership yet.