Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.
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Luxury
CEOs, Not Designers, Are Fashion’s New Stars
Business-side executives are becoming brand ambassadors, sometimes surpassing their creative counterparts in public profile.
CEOs, Not Designers, Are Fashion’s New Stars
Business-side executives are becoming brand ambassadors, sometimes surpassing their creative counterparts in public profile.
News & Analysis
Arnault Overtakes Gates to Become World’s Second-Richest Person
Bernard Arnault has added $39 billion to his fortune in 2019 alone, the biggest individual gain by far among the 500 people in Bloomberg’s ranking.
Arnault Overtakes Gates to Become World’s Second-Richest Person
Bernard Arnault has added $39 billion to his fortune in 2019 alone, the biggest individual gain by far among the 500 people in Bloomberg’s ranking.
Retail
US Property Trust Challenges Arcadia's Restructuring Plan
Arcadia said the challenges to the Company Voluntary Agreements, which were approved in June by the required majority of creditors, were "without merit."
US Property Trust Challenges Arcadia's Restructuring Plan
Arcadia said the challenges to the Company Voluntary Agreements, which were approved in June by the required majority of creditors, were "without merit."
Luxury
The Verdict on Riccardo Tisci’s Burberry
Same-store sales climbed 4 percent in the first quarter after the designer’s product finally hit stores, sending shares up almost 15 percent in early trading.
The Verdict on Riccardo Tisci’s Burberry
Same-store sales climbed 4 percent in the first quarter after the designer’s product finally hit stores, sending shares up almost 15 percent in early trading.
News & Analysis
Why LVMH Struck a Deal with Stella McCartney
The ethical fashion label will hardly move the needle for LVMH, but could help the group boost its sustainability credentials, which are seen to be lagging arch rival and former owner Kering at a time when consumers and regulators are taking notice.
Why LVMH Struck a Deal with Stella McCartney
The ethical fashion label will hardly move the needle for LVMH, but could help the group boost its sustainability credentials, which are seen to be lagging arch rival and former owner Kering at a time when consumers and regulators are taking notice.
News & Analysis
Chanel Hires Its First Diversity Chief
The French fashion house joins other major luxury brands in beefing up the resources devoted to fostering more diverse and inclusive environments. The new position comes after a year of high-profile, racially charged scandals involving brands like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada.
Chanel Hires Its First Diversity Chief
The French fashion house joins other major luxury brands in beefing up the resources devoted to fostering more diverse and inclusive environments. The new position comes after a year of high-profile, racially charged scandals involving brands like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Prada.
News & Analysis
Victoria Beckham CEO Exits Amid Turnaround
Fashion veteran Ralph Toledano, who was appointed chairman in March 2018, will lead the business going forward as he aims to revive the loss-making brand.
Victoria Beckham CEO Exits Amid Turnaround
Fashion veteran Ralph Toledano, who was appointed chairman in March 2018, will lead the business going forward as he aims to revive the loss-making brand.
China
Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
Rihanna's Latest Cover Provoked Cries of Cultural Appropriation, but Chinese Netizens Disagree
The bulk of Chinese social media finds no offence with the star’s latest cover for Harper’s Bazaar China, but do their perceptions of cultural appropriation differ from the West?
Luxury
The Off-Piste Art Events Every Fashion Publicist Should Know
Luxury house are popping up at lesser-known events on the art circuit to burnish their brands and connect with clients.
The Off-Piste Art Events Every Fashion Publicist Should Know
Luxury house are popping up at lesser-known events on the art circuit to burnish their brands and connect with clients.
Fashion Week
Maison Margiela: On the Cusp of Revolution?
John Galliano delivered an anarchically beautiful collection born from our new digital decadence.
Maison Margiela: On the Cusp of Revolution?
John Galliano delivered an anarchically beautiful collection born from our new digital decadence.
Luxury
Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally
The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.
Luxury Stages a Brief Relief Rally
The Savigny Luxury Index bounced back in June, thanks to an improved outlook on key global markets and positive reports from Chanel and LVMH.
Fashion Week
At Couture, Clothes Versus Concepts
Only at John Galliano’s Maison Margiela did concept and clothing truly fit together, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
At Couture, Clothes Versus Concepts
Only at John Galliano’s Maison Margiela did concept and clothing truly fit together, reports Angelo Flaccavento.
The News in Brief
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.