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Dolce & Gabbana Co-Founder Resigned as Chair
The company confirmed the resignation, saying it had ‘no impact whatsoever on the creative activities carried out by Stefano Gabbana.’ According to sources, the mogul is considering options for his roughly 40-percent stake in the Italian fashion brand ahead of negotiations with creditors.

Dolce & Gabbana Co-Founder Resigned as Chair
The company confirmed the resignation, saying it had ‘no impact whatsoever on the creative activities carried out by Stefano Gabbana.’ According to sources, the mogul is considering options for his roughly 40-percent stake in the Italian fashion brand ahead of negotiations with creditors.

Nike Closes in on UEFA Ball Deal as Adidas Bows Out
The deal precedes the World Cup, also seen as a key football marketing opportunity for Nike.

Nike Closes in on UEFA Ball Deal as Adidas Bows Out
The deal precedes the World Cup, also seen as a key football marketing opportunity for Nike.

Kering Will Name Former Chanel Executive, Hotel CEO to Board
Marie-Hélène Chenut spent three decades at Chanel, including in its perfume and haute couture categories.

Kering Will Name Former Chanel Executive, Hotel CEO to Board
Marie-Hélène Chenut spent three decades at Chanel, including in its perfume and haute couture categories.

Luxury’s Q1: A Turnaround Test
In this week’s High Margin newsletter: First-quarter sales at LVMH, Kering and Hermès will take the temperature on whether luxury’s turnaround effort is translating to sales. Plus: Galeries Lafayette’s strategy, Brunello Cucinelli’s sales beat and Robert’s favourite store in France.

Luxury’s Q1: A Turnaround Test
In this week’s High Margin newsletter: First-quarter sales at LVMH, Kering and Hermès will take the temperature on whether luxury’s turnaround effort is translating to sales. Plus: Galeries Lafayette’s strategy, Brunello Cucinelli’s sales beat and Robert’s favourite store in France.

Brunello Cucinelli Q1 Revenue Rises 14%, Lifted By Robust Performance in the US
The high end cashmere specialist offered an early signal on the resilience of the luxury sector following the outbreak of the Middle East war.

Brunello Cucinelli Q1 Revenue Rises 14%, Lifted By Robust Performance in the US
The high end cashmere specialist offered an early signal on the resilience of the luxury sector following the outbreak of the Middle East war.

Jo Malone ‘Surprised and Sad’ After Being Sued for Using Her Name on Fragrances
The Estée Lauder Companies claims Zara collaboration with the perfumer breaches long-standing naming agreement.

Jo Malone ‘Surprised and Sad’ After Being Sued for Using Her Name on Fragrances
The Estée Lauder Companies claims Zara collaboration with the perfumer breaches long-standing naming agreement.

Unilever to Buy Supplements Brand Grüns, Boosting Wellbeing Focus
Unilever said on Thursday it will buy US-based nutritional supplements brand Grüns for an undisclosed amount, as the British consumer goods giant increases its focus on wellbeing and beauty products.

Unilever to Buy Supplements Brand Grüns, Boosting Wellbeing Focus
Unilever said on Thursday it will buy US-based nutritional supplements brand Grüns for an undisclosed amount, as the British consumer goods giant increases its focus on wellbeing and beauty products.

Does Prestige Skincare Still Matter?
This week, Priya Rao gets into it all: moisturisers and serums, the Biebers’ Rhode collab and Nykaa x Deepika Padukone.

Does Prestige Skincare Still Matter?
This week, Priya Rao gets into it all: moisturisers and serums, the Biebers’ Rhode collab and Nykaa x Deepika Padukone.

K18 Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
The biotechnology hair care brand has hired Kleo Mack, who joins from previous roles at Glossier and Shark Beauty, to create more resonant 'brand moments,' said co-founder Suveen Sahib.

K18 Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
The biotechnology hair care brand has hired Kleo Mack, who joins from previous roles at Glossier and Shark Beauty, to create more resonant 'brand moments,' said co-founder Suveen Sahib.

The New Fragrance Opportunity Is Centuries-Old
Fragrance brands like Loewe and Vyrao are capturing a burning desire for upscale incense sticks, with retailers like Violet Grey and FWRD reporting strong sales in the nascent category. Should other brands listen up, or will the trend flame out?

The New Fragrance Opportunity Is Centuries-Old
Fragrance brands like Loewe and Vyrao are capturing a burning desire for upscale incense sticks, with retailers like Violet Grey and FWRD reporting strong sales in the nascent category. Should other brands listen up, or will the trend flame out?

How the Fear of ‘Old Lady Hands’ Mobilised the Beauty Industry
The growing obsession with ‘hand age’ versus ‘face age,’ is driving a boom in the premium handcare and aesthetic treatment market.

How the Fear of ‘Old Lady Hands’ Mobilised the Beauty Industry
The growing obsession with ‘hand age’ versus ‘face age,’ is driving a boom in the premium handcare and aesthetic treatment market.

Second-Hand Fashion Platform Vinted Reports 38% Jump in Revenue
Vinted’s revenue climbed to €1.1 billion, but net profit dipped due to strategic investments.

Second-Hand Fashion Platform Vinted Reports 38% Jump in Revenue
Vinted’s revenue climbed to €1.1 billion, but net profit dipped due to strategic investments.