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Global Markets

Trump Tariffs Can Stay in Effect Longer, Appeals Court Says

In a win for the US president on one of his signature economic policies, the US Court of Appeals extended an earlier, short-term reprieve for the administration as it presses a challenge to a lower court ruling last month that blocked the tariffs.


Sustainability

French Senate Backs Law to Curb Ultra Fast-Fashion

If implemented, the law would ban advertising by fast-growing Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu.


Beauty

The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2025: Winners Announced

Unifrom, Ruka Hair and Yse Beauty are among the winners of The Business of Beauty’s sophomore Global Beauty Awards, and were honoured on Tuesday at the Global Forum in Napa Valley, California.


Sports

How Soccer Conquered the US Sneaker Market

Football boots, also known as soccer cleats, are becoming unlikely fashion statements in the US, a market dominated by basketball sneakers for decades.


Beauty

The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Connection in the Age of Disruption

The Business of Beauty Global Forum wrapped its final session with conversations from Rhode founder Hailey Rhode Bieber, influencer Sydney Towle and Tower 28 founder Amy Liu about the value of community and purpose.


Retail

The Attico Opens First Store, in Ibiza

The Italian brand brings its interiors-inspired vision to retail with its first standalone store on the Balearic island. The next opening is set for Seoul later this year.


Luxury

Why Lace and Crochet Are Everywhere Right Now

Brands from Magda Butrym to Chloé are appealing to shoppers with delicate handwork that’s nostalgic and romantic, providing a contrast to fast fashion and the minimalism of quiet luxury.


Beauty

The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Hailey Bieber Is Just Getting Started

In Napa Valley, California, Bieber made her first public appearance discussing this year’s biggest beauty M&A deal so far.


Retail

Can Stitch Fix Revive Its Subscription Box Model?

Under chief executive Matt Baer, the company has placed an emphasis on personalisation and purchase flexibility. The strategy appears to be working; Stitch Fix posted revenue growth for the first time Tuesday after 12 consecutive quarters of topline contraction.


Beauty

The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Inside the Industry

Now in its third year, The Business of Beauty Global Forum kicked off its second day with conversations around community, culture and brand-building, featuring E.l.f. CEO Tarang Amin, influencer Mikayla Nogueira and Pattern Beauty founder Tracee Ellis Ross.


Beauty

The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Tracee Ellis Ross on Community and the Power of Celebrating Differences

Concluding the second session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum, the actress and Pattern Beauty founder spoke with BoF founder Imran Amed about the genesis of her brand and how she was able to create a business that’s rooted in its customers’ underserved needs.


Beauty

Typology Pushes Further Into US With Hair Care Launch

The DTC French skincare label will sell its five hair care products, which are available in France, on its US website from June 10.