Akt London, known for its premium natural deodorant, has raised a $7 million investment from Felix Capital to accelerate its expansion in the beauty and …
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French Brand Sessùn Sells Majority Stake to Italian Fund, Eyeing International Expansion
Marseille-based fashion brand Sessùn has sold a majority stake to Italian fund Quadrivio, BoF has learned. Founded in 1996, Sessùn encapsulates a Mediterranean aesthetic inspired …
Rothy’s Charts International Expansion With a Pop-Up in Liberty London
Rothy’s is trying its hand at becoming an international brand. The San Francisco-based footwear seller, known for its pointed-toe flats made with a soft, machine-washable …
At Inglot, Leveraging Local Production Amid Global Expansion
Polish makeup and skincare brand Inglot is entering a new phase of strategic growth. With plans to launch a new brand strategy next year — …
Top Africa Clothing Retailer Pepkor to Bolster Brazil Expansion
Pepkor Holdings Ltd. plans to almost double its previous target of opening 50 outlets a year in Brazil as Africa’s largest clothing retailer pushes for …
Pellicano Strikes €200M Investment Deal, Sets Expansion Plan
Pellicano Hotels, the family-run Italian hotel group overseen by Marie-Louise Sciò and known for its impeccable style, personal service and fashionable clientele, has sold an …
Mango’s US Expansion Helps Sales Top $3 Billion in 2023
Spanish fashion retailer Mango reported on Monday record sales of €3.1 billion ($3.39 billion) in 2023, beating its forecast after matching domestic rival Zara’s strong …
Target Joins Crowd of Big US Retailers Seeking Store Expansion
Opening new stores is back in style — at some US retail chains. Executives at several major retailers in recent weeks have touted the chains’ …
Africa’s Top Clothing Retailer Pepkor Pushes Expansion in Brazil
Pepkor Holdings Ltd. is increasing investments in Brazil as Africa’s largest clothing retailer repositions its South America operations toward the discount segment. The company’s Grupo …
Warby Parker’s Profits Slip Amid Store, Category Expansion
Warby Parker’s revenue jumped 14 percent to $170 million in the third quarter of the year, an increase propelled by 11 new store openings, product …
Rolex-Seller Backed by Ackman and Michael Jordan in US Expansion
WatchBox is changing its name as part of a wider US expansion that will make it one of the biggest sellers of new and used …
Worldview: India’s Jewellery Giants Accelerate International Expansion Plans
THIS WEEK IN GLOBAL MARKETS Indian gold and diamond jewellery giants announce expansion plans. Tata Group’s watches and jewellery unit Titan revealed it is planning …
Mango Plans US Expansion After China Retreat
Spanish fashion retailer Mango is focusing on US expansion after turning its back on China, chief executive officer Toni Ruiz said. Mango is returning to …
How UK Brands Can Navigate US Expansion
London-based womenswear label Boden may be British at heart, but today, it’s the US that is its biggest market. The brand, known for its flared …
The BoF Podcast: Moda Operandi’s Ganesh Srivats and Lauren Santo Domingo on Their China Expansion Plans
SHANGHAI, China — As a junior editor at Vogue, Lauren Santo Domingo had privileged, front-row access to the the epicentre of the fashion world. But …
Shein’s US Expansion Adds Pressure for Its Fast Fashion Competitors
Fast fashion juggernaut Shein has managed to hook hordes of Gen-Z shoppers in the US despite a key business disadvantage: It has typically offered e-commerce delivery …
Power Moves | CEO and Creative Directors Exit DKNY, TCS US Expansion, Condé Nast VPs
LONDON, United Kingdom — BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week. CEO and Creative Directors Depart DKNY DKNY has announced the departures …
How whiteness was invented and fashioned in Britain’s colonial age of expansion
Fashion is political — today as in the past. As Britain’s Empire dramatically expanded, people of all ranks lived with clothing and everyday objects in …
Akila opens flagship in New York and is eyeing international expansion
Independent eyewear brand Akila from Los Angeles, which focuses on handmade, limited-run eyewear has opened its first flagship in New York City. Akila has chosen …
MyTheresa Eyes China Expansion With New China, Asia Pacific President
The luxury e-commerce giant has appointed Steven Xu as president of China and Asia Pacific. In the newly created role, Xu will be responsible for …