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Trump Puts Spotlight on Korea for ‘Higher-Than-China’ Tariff
President Donald Trump pointed to South Korea as a country with more unfair tariffs against American products than China, while slamming the handing out of subsidies for foreign chipmakers like Samsung Electronics Co.
The Agency Behind Fashion’s Most Talked-About Events
CNC Agency has emerged as fashion’s go-to partner for in-person activations, collaborating with brands from luxury houses like Prada and Hermès to beauty giants like MAC.
Louis Vuitton to Launch Makeup Line
The luxury fashion house will release a line of colour cosmetics this autumn, with the renowned British makeup artist Pat McGrath as its creative director.
Tecovas Brings Its Cowboy Chic to New York
The western wear brand, known for its swanky cowboy boots, is opening a 4,500-square-foot outpost in SoHo amid a broader retail expansion as it seeks to reach $1 billion in sales by 2030.
How Brands Keep Customers Loyal in a Polarised World
With many labels investing in the concept of 'community', and consumers becoming more sceptical of the brands they buy from, companies are pushing local events and initiatives that reinforce their values to maintain a grip on die-hard fans.
Can Slouchy Work Bags and a Selfie Mirror Grow Delvaux?
An installation featuring restored works by Saul Steinberg is the 200-year-old Belgian brand’s latest attempt to build present-day relevance after being purchased by Richemont in 2021.
With ‘Players’, Carine Roitfeld Will Tackle the Intersection of Fashion and Sport
With the launch of new magazine ‘Players’ Carine Roitfeld and son Vladimir Roitfeld, who will serve as editor-in-chief, are looking to provide a new, more elevated take on fashion and sport — and become a go-to media partner for brands.
Paris Days One and Two: A History of History
Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri explored the history of femininity, while Alaïa’s Pieter Mulier probed the history of beauty ideals and Undercover’s Jun Takahashi mined his own history.
Prada Group Defies Slowdown as Young Shoppers Flock to Miu Miu
Miu Miu’s retail sales remained strong in the fourth quarter, rising 84 percent, while Prada grew by 4 percent.
Are Indian Tourists Luxury’s Next Big Opportunity?
More Indians are travelling to international destinations to shop for luxury than ever before, but experts say most brands are not doing enough to entice them or cater to their needs at retail hotspots.
Worldview | Would Western Brands Return to Post-Sanctions Russia?
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features luxury’s Ramadan push, investment in Kenyan retailer Goodlife and China’s ban on Korean beauty products.
Versace Would Strengthen Prada But Come at a Cost
A deal would create a group with a broader base that is more resistant to business cycles, but turning Versace around could take years and hit short-term profits.