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Deported Makeup Artist Andry Hernández Romero’s American Nightmare
He came to the US with a dream of a beauty career free of persecution. Instead, Andry Hernández Romero disappeared for months into one of the world's worst prisons. Now, he's rebuilding his life from scratch.

Fashion’s Progress on Disclosing Emissions Is Stalling
Advocacy group Fashion Revolution’s second “What Fuels Fashion?” report shows the industry’s continued failure to disclose climate efforts, especially on the critical risks of fossil-fuel based heat stress.

Milan Day Two: Minimalism Vs. Maximalism
If Simone Bellotti’s debut was faithful to Jil Sander, restraint was never an option at Fendi, setting up a day of stark contrasts at Milan Fashion Week, writes Angelo Flaccavento.

Ssense Founders Join Sale Process for Troubled Retailer
Rami Atallah, chief executive of the embattled e-tailer, told employees on Sep. 17 that the company is set to be sold in early October, and announced a new round of layoffs.

A Quietly Powerful New Voice at Jil Sander
Simone Bellotti beautifully captures the essence of fashion’s ultimate purist, writes Tim Blanks.

Rolex Faces Questions Over Trump US Open Invitation Amid Tariffs Pain
US Senator Elizabeth Warren asked the Swiss watchmaker’s CEO in a letter if Rolex was seeking to ‘curry favor’ with Trump in order to secure special-interest duty exemptions for its products.

L’Oréal Names New Americas CEO, Appoints Chairman
Alexis Perakis-Valat, currently president of its consumer products division, will accede to the role, replacing David Greenberg who will become the company’s US chairman.

The Debrief | Gen Z Isn’t Buying Luxury’s Story
Prices are up, hype is out and vintage is in. BoF correspondents Lei Takanashi and Jessica Kwon join The Debrief to explain why Gen Z is drifting away from luxury — and how brands can win them back.

Demna and Gucci: Written in the Stars
A look book and a movie were all it took to propel Gucci back into the fashion conversation. But Demna already has his sights set on a February show inflected with ‘a new minimalism,’ the designer told Tim Blanks in an in-depth interview.

Report: Nestlé To Undergo Strategic Review of Its Vitamin Business
The food and beverage giant has appointed Morgan Stanley to explore options for its ailing vitamins businesses, sources told Bloomberg.

What Will Become of TikTok’s Algorithm?
The video-sharing app — and one of fashion’s favourite marketing channels — may soon have new owners, while Meta and Ray-Ban reveal their new high-tech glasses and more brands turn to AI for marketing.

Beauty Manufacturer Intercos Targets Deals to Expand in US
The Italian cosmetics producer is looking to acquire a US-based skincare and hair care company, according to chief executive Renato Semerari.