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Luxury

Pieter Mulier Shows First Versace Look on Nicole Kidman

The designer soft-launched his tenure at the Prada-owned label months ahead of his planned runway debut, dressing Kidman for the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Practical Magic 2.’

Luxury

Pieter Mulier Shows First Versace Look on Nicole Kidman

The designer soft-launched his tenure at the Prada-owned label months ahead of his planned runway debut, dressing Kidman for the Los Angeles premiere of ‘Practical Magic 2.’


Technology

Dyson Debuts $499 AI-Powered Toothbrush With a Built-in Camera

The UK company's new device uses artificial intelligence and a built-in camera to give real-time feedback on oral hygiene.

Technology

Dyson Debuts $499 AI-Powered Toothbrush With a Built-in Camera

The UK company's new device uses artificial intelligence and a built-in camera to give real-time feedback on oral hygiene.


Sustainability

Fashion’s Climate Emissions Increased Almost 14% Over Two Years

Greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2023 and 2024, due in part to increased global production of fibre, especially polyester, according to a new report by the Apparel Impact Institute.

Sustainability

Fashion’s Climate Emissions Increased Almost 14% Over Two Years

Greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2023 and 2024, due in part to increased global production of fibre, especially polyester, according to a new report by the Apparel Impact Institute.


Retail

France Targets Shein and Temu With Fast-Fashion Fines

The penalties are part of a law passed in June that targets the extreme end of fast fashion and aims to address environmental concerns from overproduction.

Retail

France Targets Shein and Temu With Fast-Fashion Fines

The penalties are part of a law passed in June that targets the extreme end of fast fashion and aims to address environmental concerns from overproduction.


Luxury

Kering Names Sabina Belli Italy Chief and New CEOs for Pomellato and DoDo

Charlotte Fournet will head Pomellato and Krizia Cucurachi will lead DoDo as Luca de Meo continues his management reshuffle, tapping insiders for the key roles

Luxury

Kering Names Sabina Belli Italy Chief and New CEOs for Pomellato and DoDo

Charlotte Fournet will head Pomellato and Krizia Cucurachi will lead DoDo as Luca de Meo continues his management reshuffle, tapping insiders for the key roles


Beauty

Wella Files for US IPO

The owner of Ghd and OPI, backed by investment firm KKR, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange.

Beauty

Wella Files for US IPO

The owner of Ghd and OPI, backed by investment firm KKR, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange.


Retail

Shein Prices Hong Kong IPO Below Top End of Range, Raises $1.74 Billion

Existing investors in the fast-fashion giant who participated in the offer include billionaire Michael Bloomberg's family office Willett Advisors, French billionaire entrepreneur and investor Xavier Niel and Microsoft Corp.

Retail

Shein Prices Hong Kong IPO Below Top End of Range, Raises $1.74 Billion

Existing investors in the fast-fashion giant who participated in the offer include billionaire Michael Bloomberg's family office Willett Advisors, French billionaire entrepreneur and investor Xavier Niel and Microsoft Corp.


Retail

Amazon Sued by FTC Over Claims It Misled Advertisers on Pricing

The FTC and several state attorneys general have been investigating claims that Amazon had not properly disclosed the terms and pricing related to its ads.

Retail

Amazon Sued by FTC Over Claims It Misled Advertisers on Pricing

The FTC and several state attorneys general have been investigating claims that Amazon had not properly disclosed the terms and pricing related to its ads.


Luxury

Kris Van Assche Relaunches His Fashion Label

The former creative director of Dior Homme and Berluti is bringing back his namesake brand with designs for men and women.

Luxury

Kris Van Assche Relaunches His Fashion Label

The former creative director of Dior Homme and Berluti is bringing back his namesake brand with designs for men and women.


Retail

Shein Shares Plunge Up to 17% on Grey Market Ahead of Hong Kong Debut

More than 63 million shares changed hands leading up to the formal debut on Tuesday.

Retail

Shein Shares Plunge Up to 17% on Grey Market Ahead of Hong Kong Debut

More than 63 million shares changed hands leading up to the formal debut on Tuesday.


Beauty

Semcap Invests in UK Wellness Platform Healf

The private equity firm’s beauty and wellness division, led by Vasiliki Petrou, has made a minority investment in the fast-growing e-tailer.

Beauty

Semcap Invests in UK Wellness Platform Healf

The private equity firm’s beauty and wellness division, led by Vasiliki Petrou, has made a minority investment in the fast-growing e-tailer.


Luxury

Victoria Beckham Swings to Profit

The fashion and beauty brand flagged strong demand for tailoring, occasion wear and elevated daywear as it posted a 15 percent rise in annual sales.

Luxury

Victoria Beckham Swings to Profit

The fashion and beauty brand flagged strong demand for tailoring, occasion wear and elevated daywear as it posted a 15 percent rise in annual sales.