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Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’
Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.

France Seeks Three-Month Suspension of Shein Website in Court Hearing
The fast-fashion company returns to court as the French government requests to suspend its website for three months.

Westwood and Kawakubo: Two Revolutionaries, One Spirit
Longtime collaborator Stephen Jones meditates on the limitless creativity of rule-breaking radicals Rei Kawakubo and Vivienne Westwood as they get a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Australia.

How Centring Community Kickstarted Kotn’s Growth
After growing a post-pandemic cult following and making a shift towards community-first brand building, the independent Egyptian-Canadian brand is now expanding its global footprint.

Succession at LVMH? We Don’t Talk About It, Says Arnault’s Wife
‘It's a topic that the two of us almost never discuss,’ Helene Mercier told a French publication.

Ulta Raises Outlook as Demand for Cosmetics Remains Robust
Ulta Beauty Inc. raised its full-year outlook after reporting better-than-expected results in the third quarter, a sign that consumers are overcoming any reluctance to spend and shelling out for cosmetics and hair supplies.

A Sephora Supplement Scoop; K-Beauty’s Dream Machine
This week I’m thinking about K-beauty's rapid innovation cycle, Sephora getting out of the vitamin business and the art of good merchandise.

The Estée Lauder Companies Announce New Middle East GM
Dubai-based Ossama Ogla, who assumed the role in September, joins the US conglomerate from roles at Dyson and L’Oréal.

Why Prada Moved on From Dario Vitale (and What Comes Next for Versace)
The news that Versace’s designer is exiting the brand comes two days after Prada’s acquisition of the brand, confirming months of speculation. What will Versace do next?

Watches of Switzerland Sees 15% Surge in US Sales on Demand for High-End Timepieces
US sales reached $545.52 million in the six months ending Oct. 26.

Adidas Defeats Appeal of Lawsuit Over Imploded Ye Partnership
A San Francisco court ruled that the German sportswear company did not mislead shareholders in its annual reports.

How Gift Sets Became Big Beauty Business
Gift sets have transitioned from being a stocking stuffer at a more affordable price to a luxury offering driving this holiday season’s sales.