Shein Outsells British Rival Asos as UK Revenue Hits $3.41 Billion
The ultra-fast fashion company said sales had been bolstered by marketing partnerships with music festivals, a pop-up shop on London’s Oxford Street and local Christmas gift events.
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The Shocking Rise of Rib Remodelling
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How a UK Hairstylist Brought Black Hair Into the Global Spotlight
A new exhibition in London celebrates Charlotte Mensah, whose clients include Janelle Monáe and Zadie Smith and who is on a mission to ensure stylists are trained to work with all hair types.
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What Happens When Weight-Loss Drugs Don’t Work?
Up to a third of participants in GLP-1 clinical trials lose less than 5 percent of their body weight, stumping researchers and disillusioning some consumers.
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Neutrogena Responds to Criticism Over How Brand Deal With Hayden Panettiere Ended
Following the actress’s untimely death, the skincare company acknowledged it had ‘made her feel unsupported during [a] difficult time.’
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The News in Brief
Harvey Nichols’ Birmingham Store Will Close in January
The department store’s Leeds and Bristol outlets will be converted to the Flannels brand in a shake-up under Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group, which purchased the chain when it was put into administration in mid-August.
Asos Customers Receive ‘Hack’ Notification Threatening Leak
The retailer is investigating after users of its mobile app received a notification claiming hackers had ‘fully compromised’ company data.
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
Boohoo Fined $2.7 Million by French Watchdog Over Deceptive Discounts
Nearly half of the examined promotions were revealed to be price increases. The Debenhams-owned fast-fashion brand also used terms like ‘leather’ to sell synthetic products.
Frasers Group’s Mike Ashley Tightens Hold on Hugo Boss
The group increased its stake in the luxury brand to 48 percent, less than a week after its acquisition of department store chain Harvey Nichols.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.