Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.
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BBDO Acquires Wednesday Agency Group
The advertising agency has bought a majority stake in Wednesday Agency Group, with the aim to expand Wednesday’s service offering and drive global expansion.
BBDO Acquires Wednesday Agency Group
The advertising agency has bought a majority stake in Wednesday Agency Group, with the aim to expand Wednesday’s service offering and drive global expansion.
Marketing
Refinery29, Dazed and i-D Battle for Millennials
How three of fashion's leading youth media brands are deploying next-generation strategies to compete for millennial mindshare.
Refinery29, Dazed and i-D Battle for Millennials
How three of fashion's leading youth media brands are deploying next-generation strategies to compete for millennial mindshare.
Marketing
In Fashion Media, 'Church and State' Dissolves
How are new currents in marketing impacting the relationship between fashion media and its readers?
In Fashion Media, 'Church and State' Dissolves
How are new currents in marketing impacting the relationship between fashion media and its readers?
Marketing
Op-Ed | Diversity In Fashion Advertising Does Sell
Advertisers who assume consumers will only buy into images of white beauty are wrong, says Dr. Ben Barry of Ryerson University.
Op-Ed | Diversity In Fashion Advertising Does Sell
Advertisers who assume consumers will only buy into images of white beauty are wrong, says Dr. Ben Barry of Ryerson University.
Marketing
Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
Technology
Inside Fashion’s Instagram Wars
Fashion’s premier social media platform is a battleground for consumer engagement. Who is winning? And how are brands refining their strategies this season?
Inside Fashion’s Instagram Wars
Fashion’s premier social media platform is a battleground for consumer engagement. Who is winning? And how are brands refining their strategies this season?
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Which Fashion Houses Have the Hottest 'Brand Temperature'?
Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Valentino are amongst the "hottest" brands, earning editorial coverage that matches or exceeds their print advertising spend, says Luca Solca.
Which Fashion Houses Have the Hottest 'Brand Temperature'?
Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Valentino are amongst the "hottest" brands, earning editorial coverage that matches or exceeds their print advertising spend, says Luca Solca.
Technology
Yahoo to Acquire Startup Polyvore in Shopping-Advertising Push
Yahoo! Inc. is buying shopping-service Polyvore Inc., seeking to improve its online fashion content and boost shopping-related advertising.
Yahoo to Acquire Startup Polyvore in Shopping-Advertising Push
Yahoo! Inc. is buying shopping-service Polyvore Inc., seeking to improve its online fashion content and boost shopping-related advertising.
Technology
Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video
Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.
Op-Ed | Your Ads Need Mobile Video
Mary Meeker’s latest Internet Trends report shows mobile video advertising is significantly under-exploited. Fashion brands would be wise to move fast, argues Qasim Mohammad.
Marketing
Here's How American Apparel Is Taking Sex Out of Its Ads
After years of criticism over using scandalous photos of young women in its advertising, American Apparel will finally cover up.
Here's How American Apparel Is Taking Sex Out of Its Ads
After years of criticism over using scandalous photos of young women in its advertising, American Apparel will finally cover up.
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Instagram Takes Steps to Open Platform to Advertisers
Instagram said on Tuesday that it is taking steps to make its ads available to all types of businesses, not just hand-selected brands.
Instagram Takes Steps to Open Platform to Advertisers
Instagram said on Tuesday that it is taking steps to make its ads available to all types of businesses, not just hand-selected brands.
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Google Says ‘Buy’ Button Coming to Online Advertising Service
Google Inc. plans to unveil a “buy” button for its advertising service, stepping up pressure on rival Amazon.com Inc. as the company moves deeper into online commerce.
Google Says ‘Buy’ Button Coming to Online Advertising Service
Google Inc. plans to unveil a “buy” button for its advertising service, stepping up pressure on rival Amazon.com Inc. as the company moves deeper into online commerce.
The News in Brief
Hermès Sales Climb, Boosted By US
Hermès second quarter sales rose 7 percent, lifted by a recovery in tourism in Europe and strong demand in the US.
Shein Discloses FTC Probe in US, Warns of Significant Payments
According to documents the ultra-fast-fashion company filed in connection with its planned Hong Kong IPO, Shein is cooperating with the investigation and could face significant fines.
Frasers Group Takes a Position in Burberry
The billionaire Mike Ashley’s investment arm disclosed Tuesday it holds an interest worth a potential 4.2 percent of the voting rights in Burberry.
EssilorLuxottica Beats Forecasts, AI Glasses and Myopia Products Drive Growth
The Franco-Italian eyewear maker reported a 15 percent rise in first-half profit, beating expectations, while revenue growth was driven by strong demand for AI-enabled glasses myopia products.
Whoop Names Kyle Leahy Chief Commercial Officer
Leahy joins the wearables brand from Glossier, where she was chief executive for three years.
Chinese Jeweller Laopu Gold’s Shares Drop on Growth Outlook
The jeweller lost $2.1 billion in market value after forecasting first-half 2026 revenue growth of up to 66 percent, a sharp slowdown from last year that unsettled investors in one of China’s most viral consumer brands.
Unilever Lifts Outlook on Strongest Volume Growth in Over A Decade
Unilever upgraded its annual forecast on Tuesday, as consumers reached for brands like Vaseline and Dove despite household budget concerns stemming from the Iran war.