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Oneskin Announces $20 Million Investment From Prelude Growth Partners
The premium skincare brand will use the funds to further product development and support a slate of new hires.
Korean Beauty Startup Tops Industry Giant’s Market Value
South Korean home-beauty device company APR Corp. surpassed an industry leader’s market value after its stock hit a record following strong second-quarter earnings, driven by surging overseas demand for its cosmetics and high-tech facial devices.
Bath & Body Works Targets College Bookstores to Woo Young Buyers
The beauty retailer plans to sell products in approximately 600 US university bookstores, aiming to attract Gen-Z shoppers and boost sales.
Gucci Staff Threaten to Strike Over Welfare Payment Dispute
Around 1,000 retail and logistics employees across Italy declared a ‘state of unrest’ after accusing the Kering-owned brand of withholding a promised welfare bonus.
Prada Promotes Christopher Bugg to Chief Communications Officer
Bugg will oversee global communications for the group’s Prada, Miu Miu, Church’s and Car Shoe brands.
Is Value Activewear’s Next Big Opportunity?
The accessibly priced British DTC brand Adanola generated $112 million last year. Now, founder Hyrum Cook and new chief executive Niran Chana are making a major US push backed by private equity firm Story3.
Eyewear Is Booming, But It’s Not Just About Tech
Once an afterthought, the category is now growing faster than handbags and apparel thanks to accessible pricing, distinct aesthetics and glasses brands that prioritise identity over gimmicks.
K-Makeup Couldn’t Go Global. Now It’s Trying Again.
Ten years after they failed to catch on outside Asia, Korean cosmetic brands are bringing TikTok virality and expanded shade ranges back to the West in the hopes they can ride K-beauty’s second wave to success.
Saudi Arabia Bets on Nature in Latest Tourism Play
The kingdom is investing billions in transforming a mountainous province the size of Austria into a luxury tourism destination.
Shein and Temu Outpace Global Retail Giants in South Africa’s Fashion Market
The China-founded e-tailers’ appeal to price-sensitive consumers has impacted local retailers.
Online Retailer Zalando Raises 2025 Guidance After About You Acquisition
The Berlin-based company said it expected gross merchandise volumes to grow by 12-15 percent, up from a previously expected range of 4-9 percent.
Swiss Watch Giant Navigates Trump’s Tariff Uncertainty
Swatch Group CEO Nick Hayek has front-loaded shipments to the US, is targeting American shoppers as they travel abroad and has raised its prices as it grapples with a new 39 percent US tariff on Swiss-made products.