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Creative Class

Martin Parr’s Theatre of the Mundane

The photographer, who died Saturday, captured a world of consumerism and kitsch, writes Laurence Benaïm.

Creative Class

Martin Parr’s Theatre of the Mundane

The photographer, who died Saturday, captured a world of consumerism and kitsch, writes Laurence Benaïm.


Retail

This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise

The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.

Retail

This Week: Lululemon’s Low Expectations; A Potential Tariff Surprise

The athleisure giant has struggled this year, but there are bright spots. And the US Supreme Court may or may not issue its decision on Trump’s tariffs.


Luxury

Frank Gehry, Titan of Architecture, Has Died

Gehry, one of the first architects to embrace the potential of digital design, created the ethereal Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris as well as the world-famous Guggenheim in Bilbao.

Luxury

Frank Gehry, Titan of Architecture, Has Died

Gehry, one of the first architects to embrace the potential of digital design, created the ethereal Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris as well as the world-famous Guggenheim in Bilbao.


Luxury

Dario Vitale’s Versace Exit: The Backstory

Vitale may not be the right fit for Prada’s Versace strategy but a healthy fashion system depends on creative renewal powered by young talent, writes Imran Amed.

Luxury

Dario Vitale’s Versace Exit: The Backstory

Vitale may not be the right fit for Prada’s Versace strategy but a healthy fashion system depends on creative renewal powered by young talent, writes Imran Amed.


Sports

Can Nike’s Latest C-Suite Makeover Finally Solidify Its Vision?

Elliott Hill has made another round of changes to Nike’s executive team as he builds out the company’s future. But when will that future finally arrive?

Sports

Can Nike’s Latest C-Suite Makeover Finally Solidify Its Vision?

Elliott Hill has made another round of changes to Nike’s executive team as he builds out the company’s future. But when will that future finally arrive?


Sustainability

Are Fashion’s Sustainability Efforts Misplaced?

A disappointing COP30 deal was reached in Brazil, while floods across South and Southeast Asia showed exactly why quicker action is required. Meanwhile the EU watered down sustainability legislation yet again, this time targeting deforestation. In some positive news, bans on fur and misleading ‘green’ ads made headway.

Sustainability

Are Fashion’s Sustainability Efforts Misplaced?

A disappointing COP30 deal was reached in Brazil, while floods across South and Southeast Asia showed exactly why quicker action is required. Meanwhile the EU watered down sustainability legislation yet again, this time targeting deforestation. In some positive news, bans on fur and misleading ‘green’ ads made headway.


Beauty

The Pumpkin Spice Shortage Is Here

How climate change and YouTube bakes made beauty brands panic — and pivot — from one of their favourite ingredients this year.

Beauty

The Pumpkin Spice Shortage Is Here

How climate change and YouTube bakes made beauty brands panic — and pivot — from one of their favourite ingredients this year.


Sports

Nike Is Restructuring — Again

Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?

Sports

Nike Is Restructuring — Again

Elliott Hill is continuing to build out his vision for Nike with yet another round of C-Suite changes, but can that vision be a bit more solidified for 2026?


Luxury

Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’

Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.

Luxury

Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’

Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.


Creative Class

Westwood and Kawakubo: Two Revolutionaries, One Spirit

Longtime collaborator Stephen Jones meditates on the limitless creativity of rule-breaking radicals Rei Kawakubo and Vivienne Westwood as they get a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.

Creative Class

Westwood and Kawakubo: Two Revolutionaries, One Spirit

Longtime collaborator Stephen Jones meditates on the limitless creativity of rule-breaking radicals Rei Kawakubo and Vivienne Westwood as they get a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.


Retail

How Centring Community Kickstarted Kotn’s Growth

After growing a post-pandemic cult following and making a shift towards community-first brand building, the independent Egyptian-Canadian brand is now expanding its global footprint.

Retail

How Centring Community Kickstarted Kotn’s Growth

After growing a post-pandemic cult following and making a shift towards community-first brand building, the independent Egyptian-Canadian brand is now expanding its global footprint.


Beauty

A Sephora Supplement Scoop; K-Beauty’s Dream Machine

This week I’m thinking about K-beauty's rapid innovation cycle, Sephora getting out of the vitamin business and the art of good merchandise.

Beauty

A Sephora Supplement Scoop; K-Beauty’s Dream Machine

This week I’m thinking about K-beauty's rapid innovation cycle, Sephora getting out of the vitamin business and the art of good merchandise.