Rolex Hikes Watch Prices by as Much as 8% After Gold Surges
The luxury watchmaker has raised prices on select models, including those made from precious metals, by up to 8 percent in response to a 27 percent surge in gold prices in 2024.
Creative Class
Creative Class
The BoF Podcast | Sammy Basso on the Power of Positive Thinking
In a conversation at BoF VOICES 2023, Sammy Basso, the oldest known person with progeria, speaks with friend Annastasia Seebohm Giacomini about the importance of his research and shared his philosophy of how to live a full and fulfilling life.
The BoF Podcast | Sammy Basso on the Power of Positive Thinking
In a conversation at BoF VOICES 2023, Sammy Basso, the oldest known person with progeria, speaks with friend Annastasia Seebohm Giacomini about the importance of his research and shared his philosophy of how to live a full and fulfilling life.
The BoF Podcast | Robert Geller on the Power of Saying Yes
BoF founder and CEO Imran Amed sits down with Robert Geller to learn about his journey, the ups and downs of building an independent fashion label, and why he’s taken on his new role as creative director at Rag & Bone.
Powering the Creative Industry Through a Cycle of Innovation
Creativity is a vital pillar to Neft Vodka’s brand identity and growth strategy. BoF hears from Paul Robinson, Neft Vodka’s chief creative officer to better understand how it supports the creative class of tomorrow.
Gray Sorrenti: ‘Wild Child’ Joins the Family Business
But the fast-rising daughter of Mario Sorrenti and Mary Frey is no nepo baby. ‘I didn’t become a photographer because my dad’s a photographer,’ she says.
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Paolo Roversi: ‘The More We Think, The Less We See’
In a fashion world saturated with social media and bracing for the rise of AI, the photographer continues to defend an analogue, embodied approach to image-making.
Rafael Pavarotti Shoots to Thrill
The boy wonder photographer from Brazil meets his match in Rihanna.
The BoF Podcast | Charles Jeffrey on 10 Years of Loverboy
Glasgow-born designer Charles Jeffrey looks back on the decade since he launched his Loverboy brand with BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed.
The BoF Podcast | Willy Vanderperre on Youth Culture and His New Exhibition in Antwerp
Willy Vanderperre speaks to Tim Blanks on more than 30 years of fashion photography and his life-long fixation with youth culture.
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Willy’s World: ‘Prints, Films, a Rave and More…’
Next week, MoMu, Antwerp’s fashion museum, will unveil a major exhibition celebrating the work of Belgian photographer Willy Vanderperre.
Cameron Russell Confronts Sex, Power and Exploitation in Modelling — Book Excerpt
In an exclusive extract from her new memoir ‘How to Make Herself Agreeable to Everyone’ the model and activist examines the dark side of the industry — and her complicity in it.
The BoF Podcast | The Retail Philosopher Creating Waves in Egypt and Beyond
Brand architect and art director joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss the philosophy that underpins his groundbreaking retail and hospitality concepts.
The BoF Podcast | Avery Trufelman on the Meaning Behind the Clothes We Wear
Avery Trufelman, host of the fashion podcast “Articles of Interest,” joins BoF founder and editor-in-chief Imran Amed to discuss the multi-faceted layers behind the aesthetics of fashion.
The News in Brief
US Dockworkers, Port Employers Set to Restart Talks Next Week
Contract talks between port workers and their employers will resume on January 7, aiming to avert a strike that could disrupt key East and Gulf Coast ports, with the key issue of semi-automated machinery potentially stalling progress.
Saks Finalises Acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group
The $2.7 billion merger counts Amazon, G-III Apparel Group and Authentic Brands Group as investors.
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.