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Frasers Group Sales Fall Amid ‘Challenging’ Luxury Market and Retreat From Gaming
Despite challenges, Frasers said its ‘long-term ambitions for the luxury business remain unchanged.’
Shiseido Americas to Undertake ‘Wide-Ranging’ Layoffs
The Japanese beauty conglomerate will "significantly reduce" its US workforce as it grapples with slowing sales and a tough macroeconomic climate.
US Retail Sales Beat Expectations in June
Sales rose by 0.6 percent in June, boosted in part by higher prices, with apparel leading gains at 2.4 percent.
Are Luxury Megabrands Broken?
Simultaneous crises at LVMH, Kering and Chanel suggest all is not well with the luxury megabrand model, but many of the headwinds they face may reverse in the coming years, writes Luca Solca.
Black-Owned Beauty Label Ami Colé to Close
The brand will shutter in September after four years in operation. Founder Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye wrote that it was “clear that continuing in [the] current market wasn’t sustainable."
Lashify Taps Isamaya Ffrench as Global Brand Ambassador
The brand, known for its proprietary false eyelashes, has hired the makeup artist to shape its creative direction.
Anglo’s Handling of De Beers Sale Irks Stakeholder Botswana
Botswana, a 15 percent owner of De Beers and the world’s largest diamond producer by value, is considering buying Anglo’s De Beers stake.
Swatch Sales Miss Estimates, Hit by Low Demand in China
The Swiss luxury company experienced a significant decline in first-half 2025 sales despite growth in other regions like North America.
Can an Ultra-Fast Fashion Brand Be ‘Sustainable’?
US-Australian Shein competitor Princess Polly recently received B Corp certification, gaining a coveted stamp of approval from one of the world’s leading corporate responsibility labels.
Just How Big Can Fashion Substack Get?
Brands, podcasters and influencers with massive followings are joining the platform. But some veterans say that growth comes at a price.
Beauty Cashes in on the Return of the Summer Blockbuster
From ‘Smurfs’ to ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’, big-budget films are an increasingly popular marketing tie-in for beauty companies — especially when their founder is also a star.
Trump Softens Tone on China to Secure Xi Summit and a Trade Deal
President Donald Trump has dialed down his confrontational tone with China in an effort to secure a trade deal with the world’s second-largest economy.