Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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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
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.