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The Influencers That Make Men Shop for Beauty
They’re more likely to be athletes, stylists or dermatologists than traditional content creators.

The Influencers That Make Men Shop for Beauty
They’re more likely to be athletes, stylists or dermatologists than traditional content creators.

A.P.C. Names New Artistic Director Amid Flux
Ludivine Poiblanc is taking the creative reins at the brand founded by Jean Touitou six months after majority shareholder L Catterton installed Stephanie Phair as president.

A.P.C. Names New Artistic Director Amid Flux
Ludivine Poiblanc is taking the creative reins at the brand founded by Jean Touitou six months after majority shareholder L Catterton installed Stephanie Phair as president.
Worldview | Central Asia’s Fashion Ambitions Take Shape in Almaty
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Turkish textile manufacturers, Brazilian designers and Abu Dhabi’s attempt to revive travel retail.
Worldview | Central Asia’s Fashion Ambitions Take Shape in Almaty
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Turkish textile manufacturers, Brazilian designers and Abu Dhabi’s attempt to revive travel retail.

An Up-Close Look At Nike’s and Adidas’ Battle For NYC
Nike and Adidas SoHo stores are within a few feet of one another in New York City. I visited both. Here are my impressions.

An Up-Close Look At Nike’s and Adidas’ Battle For NYC
Nike and Adidas SoHo stores are within a few feet of one another in New York City. I visited both. Here are my impressions.

Why Are So Many Beauty Brands Faking Scandals?
In an engagement economy that rewards shock over scale, brands are causing drama in the hopes of capturing their audience’s attention. But it’s a risky strategy for an industry never too far from actual controversy.

Why Are So Many Beauty Brands Faking Scandals?
In an engagement economy that rewards shock over scale, brands are causing drama in the hopes of capturing their audience’s attention. But it’s a risky strategy for an industry never too far from actual controversy.

For Russian Brands, Wartime Gains Fade as Economy Stalls
Four years after capitalising on Western labels’ exodus from Russia, domestic brands now face a shrinking fashion market as wartime expansion gives way to stagnation.

For Russian Brands, Wartime Gains Fade as Economy Stalls
Four years after capitalising on Western labels’ exodus from Russia, domestic brands now face a shrinking fashion market as wartime expansion gives way to stagnation.

The New Resale Marketing Playbook
As competition in the resale market continues to heat up, secondhand marketplaces from eBay to Poshmark are upping their marketing game to underscore what makes them unique.

The New Resale Marketing Playbook
As competition in the resale market continues to heat up, secondhand marketplaces from eBay to Poshmark are upping their marketing game to underscore what makes them unique.

The Loudest Met Gala Yet
A new gallery space, a record $42 million in funds raised and the return of Beyoncé contributed to the increased visibility of this year’s event. But much of the uptick in attention came from the backlash against sponsors Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos.

The Loudest Met Gala Yet
A new gallery space, a record $42 million in funds raised and the return of Beyoncé contributed to the increased visibility of this year’s event. But much of the uptick in attention came from the backlash against sponsors Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos.

Ahead of the Met Gala, a ‘Ball Without Billionaires’
A fashion show co-organised by labour unions served as a protest against this year’s Met Gala. The theme? ‘Labour is art.’

Ahead of the Met Gala, a ‘Ball Without Billionaires’
A fashion show co-organised by labour unions served as a protest against this year’s Met Gala. The theme? ‘Labour is art.’

How to Sell Aspiration in 2026
From Nike’s controversial Boston Marathon ad to the Met Gala, brands are grappling with how to sell aspiration without alienating people in a politically charged US market. ‘Exclusivity shouldn’t be about shutting people out, but calling the right people in.’

How to Sell Aspiration in 2026
From Nike’s controversial Boston Marathon ad to the Met Gala, brands are grappling with how to sell aspiration without alienating people in a politically charged US market. ‘Exclusivity shouldn’t be about shutting people out, but calling the right people in.’

What Makes a Beauty Experience Last Forever?
In an age of content oversaturation, brands are spending more to make their events and environments stand out — even if these moments are more fleeting than ever.

What Makes a Beauty Experience Last Forever?
In an age of content oversaturation, brands are spending more to make their events and environments stand out — even if these moments are more fleeting than ever.

At the Met Gala, It’s All Eyes on the Bezoses
Beyoncé may be returning to the event after a 10-year hiatus, but this year’s most talked-about guests are honorary chairs Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, whose involvement has already stirred controversy.

At the Met Gala, It’s All Eyes on the Bezoses
Beyoncé may be returning to the event after a 10-year hiatus, but this year’s most talked-about guests are honorary chairs Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos, whose involvement has already stirred controversy.