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Creative Class

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Is Unlawful, US Judge Rules

Previous BoF analysis found hundreds of workers employed by dozens of fashion and beauty companies use the H-1B visa for skilled workers.

Creative Class

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Is Unlawful, US Judge Rules

Previous BoF analysis found hundreds of workers employed by dozens of fashion and beauty companies use the H-1B visa for skilled workers.


Retail

UK Watchdog Begins Formal Review of EBay’s Purchase of Depop

The Competition and Markets Authority said it will decide whether to clear the deal or refer it for in-depth investigation by Aug. 6.

Retail

UK Watchdog Begins Formal Review of EBay’s Purchase of Depop

The Competition and Markets Authority said it will decide whether to clear the deal or refer it for in-depth investigation by Aug. 6.


Retail

Printemps Names Rémy Baume CEO

Printemps has appointed Rémy Baume its new chief executive, filling a position that had been vacant since September last year. Baume’s appointment is effective immediately, the French department store chain said in a statement on Monday, citing Baume’s experience transforming retailers as an asset for “securing sustainable growth.”

Retail

Printemps Names Rémy Baume CEO

Printemps has appointed Rémy Baume its new chief executive, filling a position that had been vacant since September last year. Baume’s appointment is effective immediately, the French department store chain said in a statement on Monday, citing Baume’s experience transforming retailers as an asset for “securing sustainable growth.”


Luxury

Prada Unveils New Garment for NASA

The inner-layer garment will be worn by NASA astronauts on their trip to the lunar surface, underscoring the brand’s push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.

Luxury

Prada Unveils New Garment for NASA

The inner-layer garment will be worn by NASA astronauts on their trip to the lunar surface, underscoring the brand’s push to be the first major luxury player to make inroads in the space industry.


Beauty

Novo Nordisk Looks Beyond Weight Loss to Longevity and Aesthetics

Novo's blockbuster drugs could pull it into buzzier areas of healthcare, chief executive Mike Doustdar said, as the Ozempic maker seeks to lessen its reliance on obesity and diabetes.

Beauty

Novo Nordisk Looks Beyond Weight Loss to Longevity and Aesthetics

Novo's blockbuster drugs could pull it into buzzier areas of healthcare, chief executive Mike Doustdar said, as the Ozempic maker seeks to lessen its reliance on obesity and diabetes.


Luxury

Kai Nesselrath Named Design Director of Carven

Nesselrath, a designer from Anthony Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent studio, will present his debut runway collection for the ICCF-owned label at Paris Fashion Week in the autumn.

Luxury

Kai Nesselrath Named Design Director of Carven

Nesselrath, a designer from Anthony Vaccarello’s Saint Laurent studio, will present his debut runway collection for the ICCF-owned label at Paris Fashion Week in the autumn.


Beauty

Why Filipino Beauty Is Taking Over the World

The rise of ‘P-beauty,’ coinciding with more cultural exports from the Philippines, is pushing homegrown brands and trends into the crowding global beauty market.

Beauty

Why Filipino Beauty Is Taking Over the World

The rise of ‘P-beauty,’ coinciding with more cultural exports from the Philippines, is pushing homegrown brands and trends into the crowding global beauty market.


Media

Men’s Fashion Media Plots Its Next Era

Editors are betting on deeper storytelling, industry access and new personalities as they compete for eyeballs with online creators.

Media

Men’s Fashion Media Plots Its Next Era

Editors are betting on deeper storytelling, industry access and new personalities as they compete for eyeballs with online creators.


Sports

The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup

More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.

Sports

The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup

More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.


Fashion Week

Zegna Lands in Los Angeles With ‘Villeggiatura’-Wear

Designer Alessandro Sartori tapped the Italian concept of retreating to a seaside or countryside villa for a cultured take on vacation dressing as the brand aims to extend its winning streak in the US.

Fashion Week

Zegna Lands in Los Angeles With ‘Villeggiatura’-Wear

Designer Alessandro Sartori tapped the Italian concept of retreating to a seaside or countryside villa for a cultured take on vacation dressing as the brand aims to extend its winning streak in the US.


Retail

Saks Wins Approval to Exit Bankruptcy After Reorganising

Under Saks Global’s plan, which US bankruptcy judge Alfredo Perez called ‘an extraordinary result,’ the company will reduce its funded debt from $3.4 billion to about $1.2 billion.

Retail

Saks Wins Approval to Exit Bankruptcy After Reorganising

Under Saks Global’s plan, which US bankruptcy judge Alfredo Perez called ‘an extraordinary result,’ the company will reduce its funded debt from $3.4 billion to about $1.2 billion.


Retail

America’s K-Shaped Market May Not Be What It Seems

The recent success of retailers from Coach to Zara may be powered by the surprising resilience of America’s middle class, many of whom have moved up, not down, the economic ladder.

Retail

America’s K-Shaped Market May Not Be What It Seems

The recent success of retailers from Coach to Zara may be powered by the surprising resilience of America’s middle class, many of whom have moved up, not down, the economic ladder.