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Rise in Foodie Perfumes May Be Linked to Weight-Loss Drugs
Gourmand fragrances, with scent profiles that feature vanilla, coffee and caramel, have surged in popularity in the past three years. Launches of sugary-scented, dessert-themed fragrances increased by 24 percent last year alone.
Uoma Beauty Founder Sharon Chuter Has Died at 38
The founder of the inclusive makeup brand Uoma Beauty passed away on Aug. 14.
This Week: Fashion Is Everywhere at the US Open
There have always been tie-ins to the sport, but never like at this week’s tournament.
Net-a-Porter Founder Sues Ex-Partner for Fraud, Emotional Distress
In a bombshell lawsuit, Natalie Massenet accused Erik Torstensson of fraud, claiming he deceived her into spending $95 million to fund their lifestyle and support his business ventures.
Is Now the Moment for $160 Lipstick? Louis Vuitton Hopes So
The fashion house’s reveal of its debut cosmetics line has fired off a hot debate about the limits of what brands can charge for beauty. Will that noise translate into sales? Or did luxury’s biggest brand misjudge the moment?
Revolution Beauty Founders Return to Tackle Turnaround
The embattled UK beauty group has formally ended its sale process and announced that co-founder Tom Allsworth will return as chief executive, with co-founder Adam Minto joining in a consultancy role.
Nike Eyes China Growth, With Outdoor Sports Revamp at the Centre
The American sportswear maker is playing catch-up in both outdoor recreation, which has surged since the pandemic, and in China, where the populace has taken to outdoor activities like trail running in a big way.
Trinny London Hires New CMO, Revamps Branding Strategy
With a Charlotte Tilbury alum as its new marketing chief, the eight-year-old UK beauty brand is homing in on storytelling as it chases global expansion.
Investment Bank Jefferies Downgrades Coty, Stock Price Drops 20%
The American beauty giant reported worse-than-expected fourth-quarter results and an outlook that disappointed investors as its battles softened demand in the US.
A Star Was Born. Can It Happen Again?
Starface co-founder Julie Schott knew her latest product — and, hopefully, the brand’s next hero — was a hit when she heard they were getting shoplifted from drugstores.
It’s the Summer of Zellerfeld
For years, customers have been begging for innovation in the footwear space. Now, it seems, Zellerfeld is bringing plenty of it to the table.
Adidas Visits Indigenous Mexican Town to Apologise for Sandal Design
Following backlash received over the brand’s collaboration with Willy Chavarria, Adidas executives travelled to Mexico to apologise for a sandal-inspired shoe design that the Mexican government criticised as cultural appropriation.