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Fashion’s Climate Déjà Vu
At New York Climate Week, fashion again pledged to turn its talk into action, with the launch of a new coalition bringing together dozens of brands, manufacturers, retailers and innovators. Real reductions of the industry’s impact, meanwhile, remain elusive.
Why Luxury Shares Are (Mostly) Suffering
LVMH and Kering have seen their post-pandemic gains vanish and Hermès has taken a knock as investors question prospects for a sector rebound. Richemont’s climb, meanwhile, shows no sign of letting up.
The Palestinian Sneaker Brand Trying to Turn Social Impact Into a Scalable Business
Resolute RGL has built a celebrity following for its luxury sneakers embellished with traditional tatreez embroidery. With $1.3 million in new funding and its first pop-up in New York, the brand co-founded by Oscar winner Basel Adra is eyeing its next stage of growth.
Milan Day Three: Reality Bites Back
Marni toughened up, Max Mara leaned into pragmatism and Cavalli mined its past glory on a day when clothes, not spectacle, reclaimed the fashion week conversation, Angelo Flaccavento writes.
Gucci’s New ‘Made in China’ Sneaker Breaks With Italian Tradition
Gucci said the manufacturing decision reflected particular technical needs. Some industry-watchers argue it could undermine the brand's high-end image.
Are There Any New Ideas Anymore?
This week, Priya Rao dives into the rampant copycats in beauty — and no, she’s not talking about dupes.
What Does Italian Beauty Have To Prove?
At Milan Beauty Week, one of the world’s cosmetic manufacturing hubs demonstrated why ‘Made in Italy’ still matters with a new urgency.
Why Fashion Is Betting on High-End Groceries
$50 bone broth and $20 smoothies have made the likes of Erewhon and Happier Grocery status symbols and buzzy marketing channels for fashion and beauty brands aiming to engage affluent shoppers on their local turf.
CFDA Vice Chair Aurora James Sued for Fraud
A Brooklyn-based creative agency is suing James and the Fifteen Percent Pledge, the nonprofit she founded, alleging $1 million in unpaid fees for production work on the organisation’s 2026 gala.
Milan Day Two: The Dialogue Between Designer and Brand
Simone Bellotti brought a whisper of sedition to Jil Sander, while Maria Grazia Chiuri negotiated between Fendi’s vocabulary and her own.
The Rise, Fall and Rebirth of Morphe
After emerging from bankruptcy, the 2010s megabrand has quietly reshaped its makeup business for a new climate. To become a legacy label, it also needs to regain its place in the zeitgeist.
Chinese Beauty Product Exports Surge Despite US Trade Dispute
While friction over soaring Chinese exports of cars and batteries forms the backdrop to this week's presidential summit, a boom in demand for accessories like hair extensions and acrylic nails underlines China's manufacturing prowess.