Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
athleisure
Retail
With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?
In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?
With €1 Billion in Sales, Can Moncler Continue to Grow?
In one of the toughest years on record for the global luxury market, Moncler generated revenues exceeding €1 billion, up 18 percent on 2015. Can the company keep growing?
Beauty
At the Gym, Selfie-Ready Makeup
Beauty brands are targeting the emerging opportunity in 'active cosmetics,' which promise to keep consumers looking good while they workout.
At the Gym, Selfie-Ready Makeup
Beauty brands are targeting the emerging opportunity in 'active cosmetics,' which promise to keep consumers looking good while they workout.
Retail
Adidas CEO to Bet on US For Ambitious Profit Targets
Much hinges on whether the German sportswear firm can keep up the momentum in the US market.
Adidas CEO to Bet on US For Ambitious Profit Targets
Much hinges on whether the German sportswear firm can keep up the momentum in the US market.
News & Analysis
Athleisure Makeup Has The Cosmetics Industry Breaking A Sweat
"Cosmetics brands are catering to fitness enthusiasts' desire to look good in and out of the gym."
Athleisure Makeup Has The Cosmetics Industry Breaking A Sweat
"Cosmetics brands are catering to fitness enthusiasts' desire to look good in and out of the gym."
News & Analysis
Under Armour Admits It's Still Not Cool Enough
Under Armour reported disappointing earnings on Tuesday, with its sales forecast falling well short of analyst estimates.
Under Armour Admits It's Still Not Cool Enough
Under Armour reported disappointing earnings on Tuesday, with its sales forecast falling well short of analyst estimates.
News & Analysis
Nike Turned into a Luxury Brand When No One Was Looking
"The brand’s promotional efforts skew towards its newest and greatest inventions, as well as its more expensive offerings."
Nike Turned into a Luxury Brand When No One Was Looking
"The brand’s promotional efforts skew towards its newest and greatest inventions, as well as its more expensive offerings."
China
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
The China Edit | China-America Trade War, Rooster Craze Annoys Shoppers
A trade war with China may yield dangerous consequences for American brands, while fashion houses appear to fall out of touch with Chinese consumers.
Luxury
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
Is Health and Wellness the New Luxury?
As consumers shift their spending from ‘stuff’ to transformative experiences, the traditional luxury industry is starting to take notice.
News & Analysis
A Shift From Yoga Pants May Leave Lululemon Investors in a Sweat
At least two stock analysts have reduced their expectations for the company over concerns that women are losing interest in the "athleisure" category.
A Shift From Yoga Pants May Leave Lululemon Investors in a Sweat
At least two stock analysts have reduced their expectations for the company over concerns that women are losing interest in the "athleisure" category.
News & Analysis
A Shift in Fashion From 'Athleisure to Denim' to Impact Sales at Lululemon
"An era of wearing athletic apparel in public may soon hit a wall as consumers choose dressier clothing instead, according to Canaccord Genuity
A Shift in Fashion From 'Athleisure to Denim' to Impact Sales at Lululemon
"An era of wearing athletic apparel in public may soon hit a wall as consumers choose dressier clothing instead, according to Canaccord Genuity
News & Analysis
Athleisure’s Winners and Losers
Innovative retail and marketing concepts, as well as designer and celebrity collaborations have helped drive success in the athleisure sector.
Athleisure’s Winners and Losers
Innovative retail and marketing concepts, as well as designer and celebrity collaborations have helped drive success in the athleisure sector.
Marketing
Activewear Brands Limber Up in China
Changing cultural attitudes to sport, fitness and body image have opened up a huge activewear opportunity in China. Which international brands are poised to pounce?
Activewear Brands Limber Up in China
Changing cultural attitudes to sport, fitness and body image have opened up a huge activewear opportunity in China. Which international brands are poised to pounce?
The News in Brief
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.