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Donatella Versace Launches New Brand
The Italian icon is launching a joint venture with Los Angeles-based Revolve Group a year and a half after stepping back from the label founded by her late brother Gianni. Donatella will serve as chief creative officer at the newly formed fashion and beauty brand. “I believe creativity should be fearless, inclusive and alive in the world. I have always been inspired by the next generation, in music, film, art and, of course, fashion,” she said in a statement.
Fashion’s Capital of Female Designers
The former Versace and Miu Miu designer, one of the most hotly watched voices in fashion, is set to open a new aesthetic era at Emporio Armani as well as oversee accessories at Giorgio Armani’s mainline. The appointment marks the Italian fashion empire’s first creative shake-up since its founding.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Placed on Leave After Altercation
Council of Fashion Designers of America president Steven Kolb is being placed on leave from the organisation following an altercation with PETA protestors at the Cos runway show during New York Fashion Week on Sunday. “The CFDA takes this matter very seriously, and as a result, Mr. Kolb will be on leave pending a full review,” the organisation said in a statement.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
Council of Fashion Designers of America president Steven Kolb was involved in an altercation with PETA protestors after the animal-rights stormed the runway at a show staged by H&M’s Cos brand on Sunday. Video taken by fashion news site Fashionista showed Kolb pushing a male protestor towards the window to keep him away from the runway, then covering his mouth.
Is Calvin Klein’s Collection Strategy Working?
What European Luxury Can Learn From American Fashion American brands have recaptured the zeitgeist — and market share — as Europe’s luxury slump persists. As the sector’s biggest names plot a comeback, there may be lessons to take from across the pond.
Has Fashion Had Enough of AI?
You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. For many shoppers, fashion is now experienced primarily through a screen — discovered on social media, watched on runway livestreams and purchased from a product photo.
Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment As It Eyes International Expansion
Why Everyone Suddenly Wants to Sell You a Handbag As luxury brands stumble, new entrants ranging from Alo Yoga to Nili Lotan to Old Navy are launching their first bag collections. Is there room in the market for all of them?
10 Rare Photos of Queen Elizabeth as a Princess
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10 Rare Photos of Queen Elizabeth as a Princess Original
Princess Elizabeth with her parents, the Duke and Duchess of York. Central Press/Getty Queen Elizabeth’s parents, the Duke and Duchess of York, had her christened in the church in 1926. At the time, she was third in line to the throne behind her uncle, the future King Edward VIII, and her father. Edward abdicated after less than a year as king to marry American Wallis Simpson and later became the Duke of Windsor. A portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in 1927.
What to Look Out for at New York Fashion Week
Coach, Bape, Hellstar and CeraVé are just some of the brands featured in NBA 2K27, the latest edition of the popular video game series. BoF spoke to Ronnie Singh, head of lifestyle and marketing for the game, about how it’s become a venue for brands large and small to connect with its large community of users and even trial new products.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
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See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others' side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others’ side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others’ side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others' side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others' side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair. The duo, who are less than two years apart in age, have remained by each others' side through the highs and lows that come with being public figures. When Kate Middleton married Prince William in 2011, her little sister served as maid of honor, dutiful carrying her epic train and instantly becoming one of the most famous bridesmaids of all time.
See Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton’s Sweetest Sister Moments, as Pippa Turns 43 Today
Less than two years apart in age, these sisters have stayed close even after one of them became a royal Diana Pearl Sun, 6 September 2026 at 10:30 am UTC 4 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pippa and Kate Middleton Credit: LEON NEAL/AFP/GettyImages Kate Middleton and her little sister Pippa Middleton are a tight-knit pair.
10 Royal Deaths That Shocked the World, from King George VI to Princess Diana
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10 Royal Deaths That Shocked the World, from King George VI to Princess Diana Original
Prince George, Duke of Kent. Edward Gooch/Edward Gooch/Getty Prince George, Duke of Kent — the son of King George V and younger brother of King George VI — died at age 39 on Aug. 25, 1942, when the aircraft he was traveling in en route to Iceland crashed into a hillside in Scotland, per Vanity Fair. The other people killed in the crash were also serving or traveling with the Royal Air Force, while one crew member survived.
10 Royal Deaths That Shocked the World, from King George VI to Princess Diana
Over the years, the world has said goodbye to many royals. From Princess Grace of Monaco's car accident in 1982 to Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden's deadly plane crash 50 years earlier, some royal deaths have transcended borders and become defining moments in history. Nearly three decades ago, Princess Diana died in a fatal car crash in Paris on Aug. 31, 1997.
Caution: Marketing Roadblocks Ahead
BoF US Editor Diana Pearl joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to explain why the number at the top of a creator’s profile no longer tells brands what they need to know — and what’s replaced it.
The #RushTok Marketing Strategies That Work
Several fashion and sportswear companies have seen their share prices rise or fall dramatically in recent weeks — sometimes their most on record — despite relatively minor deviations from investors’ expectations. The volatility could stick around.
The #RushTok Marketing Strategies That Work
Social Media Addication Now Meta to Pay Up to $17.1 Billion in Landmark Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims The New York Times - Cecilia Kang, Eli Tan • 41m The social media giant settled with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories, and agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms endangered children. Meta on Wednesday reached a landmark settlement with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories, …
Cinq à Sept Built a $200 Million Business. Now It Wants Your Attention.
The company has tried to address ESG concerns that have triggered regulatory investigations and fines in several countries, but many of those challenges remain and could weigh it down even after its market debut.
Everyone Is Fighting for Affiliate Commissions. Who Deserves Them?
BoF US Editor Diana Pearl joins Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to explain why the number at the top of a creator's profile no longer tells brands what they need to know — and what's replaced it.
The Influencer Follower-Count Era Is Ending
You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. For years, follower count was the clearest shorthand for a creator’s value — more followers meant more reach, more brand deals, more money. But social media doesn’t work that way anymore.
Why Follower Count Matters Less Than Ever
Robert Triefus believes his role as a brand leader is not to invent authenticity. It is to protect it and leave it stronger than it is found. Two years of brand tracking with BoF's advisory team, BoF Insights, confirmed Stone Island could grow without losing the authenticity that has defined it for more than four decades.
18 celebrities who have opened up about their near-death experiences
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18 Celebrities Who Have Opened Up About Their Near-Death Experiences
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18 Celebrities Who Have Opened Up About Their Near-Death Experiences Original
Travis Barker attends the “Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear” premiere during the 2026 Tribeca Festival on June 13, 2026 in New York City. Arturo Holmes/Getty for Tribeca Festival The Blink-182 drummer survived a plane crash that killed four other people in 2008. “I looked Death right in the face,” he told Rolling Stone in 2011. He suffered second- and third-degree burns after the accident but recuperated enough to get back in the studio two months later.
What Founders Can Learn From Phia’s Mistakes
The Los Angeles designer and entrepreneur joins Imran Amed on The BoF Podcast to trace her journey from scouring Myrtle Beach flea markets to running a 60-person studio — and to make her case for why a chair from H&M can be made as well as one from a luxury house.
Where is the cast of “Grease” now, nearly 50 years after the movie’s release?
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Where Is the Cast of “Grease” Now, Nearly 50 Years After the Movie’s Release?
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Where Is the Cast of Grease Now, Nearly 50 Years After the Movie’s Release? Original
John Travolta in ‘Grease’; John Travolta in 2026. HA/THA/Shutterstock; Jamie McCarthy/Getty Travolta has had a fruitful career in the decades since Grease. He married Kelly Preston in 1991 and has acted in tons of movies, including Pulp Fiction (1994), Face/Off (1997), Wild Hogs (2007), Hairspray (2007), Bolt (2008), Savages (2012), Gotti (2018), The Fanatic (2019) and Paradise City (2022). Travolta also notably starred in the critically acclaimed 2016 miniseries The People v.
How to Build a Fashion Store Worth Leaving Home For
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14 Royals Who Married Commoners
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14 Royals Who Married Commoners Original
Wallis Simpson and King Edward VIII pose together after their wedding at the Château de Candé in Monts, France, on June 3, 1937. Keystone-FranceGamma-Rapho via Getty Images Perhaps the most infamous marriage between a royal and a commoner happened when King Edward gave up the British throne after less than a year to wed Simpson, a twice-divorced American.
Can Jonathan Saunders Spark a Kate Spade Revival?
A new era is about to begin at Kate Spade. This week, the Tapestry-owned brand announced the appointment of Scottish designer Jonathan Saunders as executive creative director. Saunders, who most recently served as chief creative officer at H&M-owned & Other Stories, will return to New York to start in his new post in August — the first time in nearly five years that the brand has a single creative leader.
The Debrief | The Anti-Unicorn Playbook That Beat Fashion’s DTC Boom
The author has shared a Podcast.You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. Listen to and follow “The Debrief”: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast In 2016, the global retail landscape was dominated by successful direct-to-consumer disruptors like Everlane, Glossier, Allbirds and Outdoor Voices.
Beyond the Hamptons: Where Brands Are Popping Up This Summer
The author has shared an AI-generated audio version of this article.You will need to accept and consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies by our third-party partners (including: YouTube, Instagram or Twitter), in order to view embedded content in this article and others you may visit in future. After years of seasonal events, store openings and marketing activations “out east,” fashion’s activity in the Hamptons may have actually hit a peak.
What happened to the “Full House” cast after the show ended? See where the stars are now, 30 years later
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What Happened to the “Full House” Cast After the Show Ended? See Where the Stars Are Now, 30 Years Later
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What Happened to the Full House Cast After the Show Ended? See Where the Stars Are Now, 30 Years Later
Full House ran on ABC for eight seasons from September 1987 to May 1995 The Netflix revival Fuller House premiered in February 2016 and ran for five seasons Tanner family patriarch Bob Saget died suddenly in January 2022, and the tight-knit cast has paid tribute to him in the years since "You got it, dude!" Over 30 years later, and fans are still giving a thumbs-up to Full House! The beloved sitcom ran for eight seasons, from Sept.
What Happened to the “Full House” Cast After the Show Ended? See Where the Stars Are Now, 30 Years Later
NEED TO KNOW Full House ran on ABC for eight seasons from September 1987 to May 1995 The Netflix revival Fuller House premiered in February 2016 and ran for five seasons Tanner family patriarch Bob Saget died suddenly in January 2022, and the tight-knit cast has paid tribute to him in the years since "You got it, dude!" Over 30 years later, and fans are still giving a thumbs-up to Full House! The beloved sitcom ran for eight seasons, from Sept.
The ‘Nap Dress’ Propelled Hill House to $110 Million. What’s Next?
At the height of her signature nap dress’ viral success in 2020, Hill House founder Nell Diamond encountered an uncomfortable question from a journalist: What happens when the hype inevitably fades? Please sign in to ensure you can read our agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice. Or get in touch at support@businessoffashion.com if you experience difficulties.
The Shein Challenger That’s Winning Over Gen Z
Cider was built for virality. Please sign in to ensure you can read our agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice. Or get in touch at support@businessoffashion.com if you experience difficulties. Further Reading The fast-fashion giant is offering to let smaller labels plug directly into its famed on-demand manufacturing and global logistics network. But is the boost in speed worth the risk of putting operations in a competitor’s hands?
Menswear Designer Nigel Cabourn Dies at 77
British fashion designer Nigel Cabourn has died, according to a statement published on his Instagram. He was 77 years old. Please sign in to ensure you can read our agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice. Or get in touch at support@businessoffashion.com if you experience difficulties.
The Debrief | Fashion’s Ozempic Reckoning
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For These Brands, Resisting the DTC Playbook Paid Off
Why Small Brands Are Unhappy About the EU’s Newest Regulation Owners of small businesses have taken to social media to complain about a new EU packaging rule they say creates costs and complexities they aren't equipped to handle. Here's what you need to know about it.
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