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Beauty

Lilly’s Experimental Shot Reduces Body Weight by 23%

A next-generation obesity shot from Eli Lilly, retatrutide, helped patients lose almost a quarter of their body weight in a late-stage study.

Beauty

Lilly’s Experimental Shot Reduces Body Weight by 23%

A next-generation obesity shot from Eli Lilly, retatrutide, helped patients lose almost a quarter of their body weight in a late-stage study.


Luxury

Prada to Launch $930 ‘Made in India’ Sandals After Backlash

The luxury brand is collaborating with Indian artisans to create a limited-edition collection of sandals after facing criticism for cultural appropriation.

Luxury

Prada to Launch $930 ‘Made in India’ Sandals After Backlash

The luxury brand is collaborating with Indian artisans to create a limited-edition collection of sandals after facing criticism for cultural appropriation.


Luxury

Brunello Cucinelli Lifts 2025 Revenue Growth Forecast to Up to 12%

Fourth-quarter sales are expected to post double-digit growth at constant exchange rates.

Luxury

Brunello Cucinelli Lifts 2025 Revenue Growth Forecast to Up to 12%

Fourth-quarter sales are expected to post double-digit growth at constant exchange rates.


Luxury

HSG Closes In on Deal to Buy Sneaker Maker Golden Goose

The transaction would value the Italian company at more than $2.9 billion, Bloomberg reported.

Luxury

HSG Closes In on Deal to Buy Sneaker Maker Golden Goose

The transaction would value the Italian company at more than $2.9 billion, Bloomberg reported.


Media

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams to Co-Chair 2026 Met Gala

The event, set for May. 4 of next year, will focus on the theme ‘Costume Art.’

Media

Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman and Venus Williams to Co-Chair 2026 Met Gala

The event, set for May. 4 of next year, will focus on the theme ‘Costume Art.’


Beauty

CVC Plans Sale of Japan’s FineToday After Scrapped IPO

The private equity firm is seeking $2 billion for the personal care firm, after acquiring it from Shiseido in 2021 for $1.5 billion.

Beauty

CVC Plans Sale of Japan’s FineToday After Scrapped IPO

The private equity firm is seeking $2 billion for the personal care firm, after acquiring it from Shiseido in 2021 for $1.5 billion.


Technology

Warby Parker, Google to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses in 2026

The announcement marks the first time the companies have set a public timeline for the release since unveiling the partnership earlier this year.

Technology

Warby Parker, Google to Launch AI-Powered Smart Glasses in 2026

The announcement marks the first time the companies have set a public timeline for the release since unveiling the partnership earlier this year.


Sustainability

Hearst Magazines Bans Fur From Its Publications

Following the publicisation of Condé Nast’s fur ban in October, the Harper’s Bazaar publisher will now prohibit the use of animal fur in its editorial and advertising content.

Sustainability

Hearst Magazines Bans Fur From Its Publications

Following the publicisation of Condé Nast’s fur ban in October, the Harper’s Bazaar publisher will now prohibit the use of animal fur in its editorial and advertising content.


Retail

UK Consumer Spending Disappointed in November, Surveys Show

With card spending falling and retail sales growth at its weakest since May, retailers reported disappointing Black Friday results.

Retail

UK Consumer Spending Disappointed in November, Surveys Show

With card spending falling and retail sales growth at its weakest since May, retailers reported disappointing Black Friday results.


Luxury

Hermès Billionaires’ Family Office Quietly Starts New Offshoot

A three-year-old family office backed by Europe’s wealthiest family is laying the groundwork for acquiring additional assets outside their luxury behemoth.

Luxury

Hermès Billionaires’ Family Office Quietly Starts New Offshoot

A three-year-old family office backed by Europe’s wealthiest family is laying the groundwork for acquiring additional assets outside their luxury behemoth.


Sustainability

Cyclone in Sri Lanka Impacts Multiple Garment Factories

A week after devastating floods, the industry association in Sri Lanka says multiple large facilities have been impacted, as recovery efforts for affected workers are underway.

Sustainability

Cyclone in Sri Lanka Impacts Multiple Garment Factories

A week after devastating floods, the industry association in Sri Lanka says multiple large facilities have been impacted, as recovery efforts for affected workers are underway.


Beauty

L’Oréal to Double Galderma Stake

The French beauty giant increased its share in the Swiss skincare company to 20 percent after buying up investor shares.

Beauty

L’Oréal to Double Galderma Stake

The French beauty giant increased its share in the Swiss skincare company to 20 percent after buying up investor shares.