Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
Opinions
Beauty
The Rise of the New Black Glam Squad
More Black hair and makeup artists are getting plum high fashion gigs that once eluded them, writes Jason Campbell.
The Rise of the New Black Glam Squad
More Black hair and makeup artists are getting plum high fashion gigs that once eluded them, writes Jason Campbell.
Luxury
John Galliano: Fashion’s Greatest Showman Turns Ciné-Auteur
The industry’s master of make-believe insists, ‘I would feel lame to just go back to a white runway and a white box,’ as he tells Tim Blanks about his latest film.
John Galliano: Fashion’s Greatest Showman Turns Ciné-Auteur
The industry’s master of make-believe insists, ‘I would feel lame to just go back to a white runway and a white box,’ as he tells Tim Blanks about his latest film.
Financial Markets
Luxury Start-Ups: Oxymoron or Opportunity?
The most valuable luxury brands are all over 100 years old, but under certain conditions investing in luxury start-ups can deliver stellar returns, writes Pierre Mallevays.
Luxury Start-Ups: Oxymoron or Opportunity?
The most valuable luxury brands are all over 100 years old, but under certain conditions investing in luxury start-ups can deliver stellar returns, writes Pierre Mallevays.
Luxury
LVMH’s Tiffany Is on the Right Track
A swift management overhaul, ‘shock and awe’ marketing and new products have contributed to strong momentum since the group acquired the jeweller in January, writes Luca Solca.
LVMH’s Tiffany Is on the Right Track
A swift management overhaul, ‘shock and awe’ marketing and new products have contributed to strong momentum since the group acquired the jeweller in January, writes Luca Solca.
Luxury
A Big Sky at Alexander McQueen
For the fast-growing brand’s return to the runway, designer Sarah Burton chases post-pandemic storms, writes Tim Blanks.
A Big Sky at Alexander McQueen
For the fast-growing brand’s return to the runway, designer Sarah Burton chases post-pandemic storms, writes Tim Blanks.
Luxury
Miuccia Prada’s Awakening
The designer launches an artist’s collaboration at Miu Miu with a new attitude, writes Tim Blanks.
Miuccia Prada’s Awakening
The designer launches an artist’s collaboration at Miu Miu with a new attitude, writes Tim Blanks.
Luxury
Decoding Gucci’s Latest Digital Experiment
Tim Blanks talks to Alessandro Michele about Gucci’s new online concept store, Vault, and why the designer plans to stage a ‘surprise’ show despite skipping Milan fashion week.
Decoding Gucci’s Latest Digital Experiment
Tim Blanks talks to Alessandro Michele about Gucci’s new online concept store, Vault, and why the designer plans to stage a ‘surprise’ show despite skipping Milan fashion week.
Financial Markets
Could China’s President Be Good for Luxury?
Xi Jinping’s speech on ‘common prosperity’ was not a declaration of war on wealth but an acknowledgement that wealth is concentrated in too few hands. A larger middle class could actually create revenue opportunities at entry level prices for luxury brands.
Could China’s President Be Good for Luxury?
Xi Jinping’s speech on ‘common prosperity’ was not a declaration of war on wealth but an acknowledgement that wealth is concentrated in too few hands. A larger middle class could actually create revenue opportunities at entry level prices for luxury brands.
Retail
The Existential Question Facing Every Retailer Today
Retailers must create radical value, not just for consumers, but for brands.
The Existential Question Facing Every Retailer Today
Retailers must create radical value, not just for consumers, but for brands.
Luxury
New Taxes on China’s Rich Would Be Bad News for Luxury, But How Bad?
Luca Solca gauges the risk to the luxury goods sector of brewing Chinese government plans to redistribute wealth.
New Taxes on China’s Rich Would Be Bad News for Luxury, But How Bad?
Luca Solca gauges the risk to the luxury goods sector of brewing Chinese government plans to redistribute wealth.
Financial Markets
Luxury’s Deal Frenzy: Who, What, Why
This month’s Market Pulse breaks down the players, motivations and deal structures behind the uptick in corporate activity.
Luxury’s Deal Frenzy: Who, What, Why
This month’s Market Pulse breaks down the players, motivations and deal structures behind the uptick in corporate activity.
Financial Markets
Is Luxury Finally Embracing Technology?
Last month’s tie-up between LVMH and Google signals a growing rethink on how technology can enhance the luxury experience, writes Pierre Mallevays.
Is Luxury Finally Embracing Technology?
Last month’s tie-up between LVMH and Google signals a growing rethink on how technology can enhance the luxury experience, writes Pierre Mallevays.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.