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What Happened to Italy’s Luxury Sweatshops Investigation?
It’s been almost a year since Italian prosecutors linked Armani and then Dior to sweatshops on the outskirts of Milan in an investigation expected to bring up to a dozen more brands under the microscope. In response, officials and industry leaders have rushed to tighten controls over the luxury supply chain.
A Recovering Los Angeles Gets Back to Events
Awards season gifting suites, brand activations, influencer events and postponed parties have kicked back into gear as the traumatised city gets ready to rebuild.
Milan Day Two: A Victory Lap and a Farewell
On the second day of Milan Fashion Week, Silvia Venturini Fendi staged a 100th anniversary show and Lucie and Luke Meier showed their final collection for Jil Sander, while OTB stablemates Diesel and Marni hit the mark.
Urban Outfitters' Clothing Rental Platform Turns Its First Annual Profit
Rental platform Nuuly reported an operating income of $13.3 million last year, a major benchmark for a concept that’s long been associated with rapid growth and steep losses.
The Business of Beauty Global Awards: An Update on 2024’s Winners
The winners of BoF’s inaugural annual award for beauty startups have secured new retail partners, funding and collaborations in the past year.
Milan Day One: When Time Is a Loop
A transitional show at Gucci, a debut at Alberta Ferretti and a 30th anniversary outing at DSquared2 kicked off the first day of Milan Fashion Week.
Worldview: Why Alibaba’s Jack Ma Met With China’s President
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Dafiti’s exit from Chile, Vietnamese factories and Saudi Arabia’s move to recycle pilgrims’ clothing.
The Retailers Unlocking Africa’s Luxury Market
Global brands have traditionally prioritised multi-brand stores in South Africa, Nigeria and Morocco to gain a foothold on the continent. Now, some are looking further afield to boutiques in Kenya, Angola and Egypt.
Inside Coupang’s Tug of War With Farfetch
A year into its ownership of the embattled luxury e-tailer, the South Korean e-commerce giant is whipping Farfetch into shape, reaching near breakeven in its latest quarter. But company insiders say Coupang has gone from cutting fat to cutting muscle, stripping Farfetch of its ability to compete for the attention and dollars of key ultra-wealthy shoppers who account for 30 percent of its annual sales.
Revolve Will Test Its Offline Muscle With New LA Store
After opening its first store in Aspen last year, the retailer is continuing its slow push into brick-and-mortar as e-commerce growth slows and shoppers look to buy in person.
Palm Angels’ Francesco Ragazzi Launches Fragrance Line
The seven-piece collection, Réservation, will launch at the upscale speciality retail Violet Grey on March 3, blending French and Californian sensibilities.
Zara, Kiehl’s, Jacquemus: Why Skiing Is Bigger Than Ever for Brands
Zara, Kiehl’s, Jacquemus: Why Skiing Is Bigger Than Ever for Brands. Skiing’s retro winter aesthetic is at the centre of a marketing craze for brands that previously had no ties to mountain sports or their upmarket clientele. Here’s why high street names, beauty players and designer labels all want to leave their mark in the snow.