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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.