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Kering Strikes Deal to Make Valentino Eyewear
The French luxury group has signed a licensing deal with Valentino to develop eyewear.
Cos Bar Acquired by Private Investment Firm
The high-end specialty retailer has been acquired by US investment firm the Mitchell Family Office, founded by the serial healthcare entrepreneur Mark Mitchell.
Why Tom Sachs’ Controversy Didn’t Ruin the Mars Yard 3.0
Tom Sachs’ upcoming release is more proof that scandal doesn’t matter in 2025.
Worldview | African Fashion Takes Spotlight at Canex in Algiers
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Korean factories in Haiti, Nepal’s retail disruption and Mexico’s stand on Chinese footwear.
Uniqlo Founder Says US May Suffer Most From Tariffs
At an event in New York, Tadashi Yanai said it’s the US that could suffer most from the economic impact of its global trade war.
Can China’s Biggest Beauty Company Win Over the World?
Proya Cosmetics, the largest beauty company in China, is looking beyond its own borders as Asian buyers bring more M&A options to global brands.
Exclusive: Gosha Rubchinskiy Relaunches His Namesake Brand
The Russian designer has rebooted the namesake label he shuttered in 2018, the same year allegations of soliciting inappropriate images from minors tarnished his image.
An International Cure for Fashion Week FOMO
Fashion critic and influencer Elias Medini, known to followers as Lyas, is taking his free fashion show watch party to London and Milan — this time with official sponsors, including the British Fashion Council and MAC Cosmetics.
Fashion’s Month of Creative Change Kicks off in New York
Three New York brands — Proenza Schouler, Area and 3.1 Phillip Lim — have new creative directors. What will it take to make it work?
Coach Conquered Gen Z. What’s Next?
The American handbag brand is reaping the rewards of a years-long comeback plan. Keeping up the momentum is the next challenge.
African Botanics Founders Launch Luxury Fragrance Brand
Craig and Julia Noik’s Osmé Perfume will launch with Credo Beauty as its first retailer.
Hackers Steal Private Data of Gucci, Balenciaga and McQueen Customers
Kering said the breach happened in June and that no financial information was taken.