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Ralph Lauren’s Grip Loosens on Tennis
Ralph Lauren has been the standard bearer for fashion in tennis for decades. So it’s genuinely shocking that the company just lost its Australian Open sponsorship.
Ralph Lauren’s Grip Loosens on Tennis
Ralph Lauren has been the standard bearer for fashion in tennis for decades. So it’s genuinely shocking that the company just lost its Australian Open sponsorship.
Givaudan Can Manage the Effects of War in the Middle East Short Term, CEO Says
The Middle East crisis has not materially disrupted Givaudan's business so far, the fragrance and flavour maker's new CEO said Tuesday, and the company continues to combat its effects through price hikes and supply adjustments.
Givaudan Can Manage the Effects of War in the Middle East Short Term, CEO Says
The Middle East crisis has not materially disrupted Givaudan's business so far, the fragrance and flavour maker's new CEO said Tuesday, and the company continues to combat its effects through price hikes and supply adjustments.
‘Euphoria’ and Half Magic Launch Makeup Collection
The hit HBO show’s lead makeup artist Donni Davy spoke exclusively to The Business of Beauty about how she brought ‘Euphoria’ makeup to market — and why it took so long.
‘Euphoria’ and Half Magic Launch Makeup Collection
The hit HBO show’s lead makeup artist Donni Davy spoke exclusively to The Business of Beauty about how she brought ‘Euphoria’ makeup to market — and why it took so long.
Golden Goose Looks to Bond Sale to Fund Private Equity Buyout
The Italian footwear brand has begun marketing an €880 million bond sale to finance its acquisition by Chinese firm HSG.
Golden Goose Looks to Bond Sale to Fund Private Equity Buyout
The Italian footwear brand has begun marketing an €880 million bond sale to finance its acquisition by Chinese firm HSG.
Luca de Meo’s Gucci Challenge
Seven months into his tenure, Kering’s new CEO has stabilised the company’s finances, but his primary challenge remains reviving growth at flagship brand Gucci.
Luca de Meo’s Gucci Challenge
Seven months into his tenure, Kering’s new CEO has stabilised the company’s finances, but his primary challenge remains reviving growth at flagship brand Gucci.
Why Uganda Is East Africa’s Next Fashion Frontier
Early movers Adidas and Puma are gaining ground in Uganda, but other Western retailers have left the market open to Asian competitors even as a rapidly growing middle class and style-conscious youth fuel demand.
Why Uganda Is East Africa’s Next Fashion Frontier
Early movers Adidas and Puma are gaining ground in Uganda, but other Western retailers have left the market open to Asian competitors even as a rapidly growing middle class and style-conscious youth fuel demand.
Worldview | How Lagos Is Driving Africa’s Circular Fashion Agenda
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Saudi Arabian shopping malls, Iran’s struggling garment factories and South Korea’s new streetwear media launch.
Worldview | How Lagos Is Driving Africa’s Circular Fashion Agenda
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Saudi Arabian shopping malls, Iran’s struggling garment factories and South Korea’s new streetwear media launch.
Why Some AI Ads Flourish and Others Fail
The mixed response to luxury’s experiments with AI imagery is linked to a deeper question: Is the new technology expanding creative possibilities or undermining the sector’s promise of human artistry?
Why Some AI Ads Flourish and Others Fail
The mixed response to luxury’s experiments with AI imagery is linked to a deeper question: Is the new technology expanding creative possibilities or undermining the sector’s promise of human artistry?
Opinion: Hair and Makeup Artists Deserve a New Deal
Beauty teams have long traded work for credits. That arrangement is ridiculously outdated, writes Sam McKnight.
Opinion: Hair and Makeup Artists Deserve a New Deal
Beauty teams have long traded work for credits. That arrangement is ridiculously outdated, writes Sam McKnight.
How the Middle East Crisis Has Reshaped Global Fashion
The conflict is already disrupting retail, driving up material costs and squeezing global supply chains, with price hikes likely next.
How the Middle East Crisis Has Reshaped Global Fashion
The conflict is already disrupting retail, driving up material costs and squeezing global supply chains, with price hikes likely next.
Texas Probes Lululemon for Alleged ‘Forever Chemicals’ Use
State attorney general Ken Paxton’s investigation creates another headache for Lululemon, which has slumped in the stock market as sales growth tapers off, quality issues resurface and the founder advocates for a board overhaul.
Texas Probes Lululemon for Alleged ‘Forever Chemicals’ Use
State attorney general Ken Paxton’s investigation creates another headache for Lululemon, which has slumped in the stock market as sales growth tapers off, quality issues resurface and the founder advocates for a board overhaul.
LVMH Sales Remain Sluggish Amid Middle East War
First-quarter sales at the group’s critical fashion and leather goods unit came in slightly below analyst expectations, as the war in the Middle East weighed on demand, despite signs of improvement in China.
LVMH Sales Remain Sluggish Amid Middle East War
First-quarter sales at the group’s critical fashion and leather goods unit came in slightly below analyst expectations, as the war in the Middle East weighed on demand, despite signs of improvement in China.