Ulta Beauty Raises 2026 Guidance as Sales Rise 8.9%
The beauty retailer’s fiscal second-quarter growth was driven by fragrance, K-beauty and store expansion, said CEO Kecia Steelman.
Opinions
News & Analysis
Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban
While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.
Fashion Industry Remains Silent at Trump’s Immigration Ban
While the giants of Silicon Valley took public stances against President Trump’s immigration order, the silence from fashion's largest companies has been deafening.
China
Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market
In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.
Op-Ed | Famous Faces Rule China’s Activewear Market
In a market where a diminutive fencer can outshine a basketball giant, not all athletes, celebrities and influencers are created equal.
Retail
The End of Cookie-Cutter Luxury Stores
Luxury brands must reimagine their retail experiences, pivoting away from larger, standardised stores to something more authentic and varied, argues Luca Solca.
The End of Cookie-Cutter Luxury Stores
Luxury brands must reimagine their retail experiences, pivoting away from larger, standardised stores to something more authentic and varied, argues Luca Solca.
Luxury
Burberry Takeover Would Be a Showstopper
Burberry remains one of the few luxury houses unencumbered by a family stake-holder. And it is expected to end its financial year to March with net cash of about £665 million ($819 million).
Burberry Takeover Would Be a Showstopper
Burberry remains one of the few luxury houses unencumbered by a family stake-holder. And it is expected to end its financial year to March with net cash of about £665 million ($819 million).
News & Analysis
Germany's Zalando Readies for Battle With Amazon
Zalando must keep investing to stay ahead of its muscular American rival.
Germany's Zalando Readies for Battle With Amazon
Zalando must keep investing to stay ahead of its muscular American rival.
Fashion Week
At Pitti, Effort Versus Effortlessness
Contemporary masculinity is in flux and Pitti Uomo is a wonderfully precise barometer of what's happening, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
At Pitti, Effort Versus Effortlessness
Contemporary masculinity is in flux and Pitti Uomo is a wonderfully precise barometer of what's happening, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
Creative Class
Remembering Franca Sozzani
Tim Blanks remembers the fearless Franca Sozzani and her unquenchable appetite for image-making.
Remembering Franca Sozzani
Tim Blanks remembers the fearless Franca Sozzani and her unquenchable appetite for image-making.
News & Analysis
Tomes of the Times: Holiday Reading
Just in time for the holidays, Colin McDowell shares his list of the best fashion books of the season.
Tomes of the Times: Holiday Reading
Just in time for the holidays, Colin McDowell shares his list of the best fashion books of the season.
News & Analysis
Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward
Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.
Why Puma is Key for Kering to Move Forward
Puma has delivered disappointing results in the near-decade since Kering acquired it, fuelling rumours of a sale — but there could be light at the end of the tunnel, argues Luca Solca.
China
Op-Ed | What Big Data Reveals About China's Big Spenders
Consumer data can help retailers uncover sizeable new opportunities in China’s luxury market, says David Zhao of Shangpin.com.
Op-Ed | What Big Data Reveals About China's Big Spenders
Consumer data can help retailers uncover sizeable new opportunities in China’s luxury market, says David Zhao of Shangpin.com.
News & Analysis
The Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season
This season, our top films featured high concept narratives by big name directors and savvy synergistic collaborations between brands and musicians.
The Top 10 Fashion Films of the Season
This season, our top films featured high concept narratives by big name directors and savvy synergistic collaborations between brands and musicians.
Retail
Op-Ed | Is Fashion Ready for the Age of the Customer?
The game is changing and fashion brands must learn to test and iterate their products and experiences with real consumers, argues Nina Fuhrman.
Op-Ed | Is Fashion Ready for the Age of the Customer?
The game is changing and fashion brands must learn to test and iterate their products and experiences with real consumers, argues Nina Fuhrman.
The News in Brief
Nike Hires Walmart Veteran Ewing as Chief Commercial Officer
Jane Ewing, who was most recently interim chief executive officer for Sam’s Club in China, will join Nike on Sept. 7.
Gap Replaces Old Navy CEO After Bigger-Than-Expected Sales Drop
Former Target and Walmart veteran Michael Francis, known in the industry as a marketing guru, will succeed current Old Navy CEO Horacio Barbeito on Nov. 2.
Inditex’s Primark Competitor Lefties Lands in the UK
The low-cost clothing brand opened its first UK store in Liverpool on Thursday, with shops in Newcastle and Essex due to follow later this year.
David Pemsel to Step Down as British Fashion Council Chairman
The UK fashion trade body has yet to name a successor.
Samsung Ordered to Pay Swatch $11.6 Million Over Copied Smartwatch Apps
The Swiss watchmaker initially sought about $170 million from the Korean technology giant for failing to prevent apps that mimicked its luxury brands on its smartwatch displays.
Kohl’s Turnaround Stalls as Sales Growth Stagnates
Kohl’s turnaround attempt showed some progress after the retailer raised its annual earnings outlook, but it still doesn’t see sales growth this year.
Abercrombie Sees Record Shares Jump After Guidance Lift
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. shares rallied after revenue topped estimates and the retailer raised its annual earnings guidance, suggesting the preppy apparel company is regaining momentum.