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.
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News & Analysis
Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
Unpacking the 'California Effect' at BoF West
At BoF's inaugural West Coast summit, industry leaders decoded the ways in which technology, entertainment and social justice are rewiring the industry — and turning California into a haven for some of the most innovative fashion and beauty companies.
Fashion Week
The Garden of Stella McCartney
Models mingled with guests at the designer's garden party, where her soft and welcoming men's and women's wear was a highlight of the Milanese season.
The Garden of Stella McCartney
Models mingled with guests at the designer's garden party, where her soft and welcoming men's and women's wear was a highlight of the Milanese season.
Fashion Week
Carefree Sartorialism at Giorgio Armani
If the collection was built around the Armani-izing of the double-breasted jacket, the show backdrop — a snapshot of any Mediterranean island in the summer — set the soft, washed-out tone for everything else.
Carefree Sartorialism at Giorgio Armani
If the collection was built around the Armani-izing of the double-breasted jacket, the show backdrop — a snapshot of any Mediterranean island in the summer — set the soft, washed-out tone for everything else.
Fashion Week
The Dark Side of Fendi
Silvia Venturini Fendi constantly makes the normal special and for her latest collection, full of playfully demonic pieces, the designer delivered once again.
The Dark Side of Fendi
Silvia Venturini Fendi constantly makes the normal special and for her latest collection, full of playfully demonic pieces, the designer delivered once again.
Fashion Week
A New Elegance at Prada
Miuccia Prada built her collection on blazers and coats and then frosted the familiar with a layer of excitement — including a psychedelic subtext, a bit of flower power and a sensational mélange of found imagery.
A New Elegance at Prada
Miuccia Prada built her collection on blazers and coats and then frosted the familiar with a layer of excitement — including a psychedelic subtext, a bit of flower power and a sensational mélange of found imagery.
Luxury
Los Angeles Is (Finally) the Fifth Fashion Capital
As a steady stream of big-name designers lay down roots in the city, LA feels increasingly essential to the global fashion business
Los Angeles Is (Finally) the Fifth Fashion Capital
As a steady stream of big-name designers lay down roots in the city, LA feels increasingly essential to the global fashion business
Fashion Week
Versace Courts Masculine Vulnerability
There was something subtly political about what Donatella Versace presented, her version of an antidote to toxic masculinity.
Versace Courts Masculine Vulnerability
There was something subtly political about what Donatella Versace presented, her version of an antidote to toxic masculinity.
Fashion Week
Marni Presents a Surreal Sporting Exhibition
Francesco Risso exhumed vintage uniforms and twisted them into new guises. But the show’s presentation pointed to layers deeper and darker than catwalk hijinks.
Marni Presents a Surreal Sporting Exhibition
Francesco Risso exhumed vintage uniforms and twisted them into new guises. But the show’s presentation pointed to layers deeper and darker than catwalk hijinks.
Beauty
How ‘Glow’ Became Beauty's Latest Obsession
The ultimate signifier of inner health, ‘glow’ has become the new buzzword in beauty.
How ‘Glow’ Became Beauty's Latest Obsession
The ultimate signifier of inner health, ‘glow’ has become the new buzzword in beauty.
News & Analysis
Frame Wants to Be the Next Calvin Klein
Jens Grede and Erik Torstensson have grown their former side project into a $100 million business. Can the duo behind so many other blockbuster brands turn their own label into a global player?
Frame Wants to Be the Next Calvin Klein
Jens Grede and Erik Torstensson have grown their former side project into a $100 million business. Can the duo behind so many other blockbuster brands turn their own label into a global player?
News & Analysis
As Tomas Maier Departs, What's Next for Bottega Veneta
Maier transformed the ‘stealth wealth’ label into a billion-dollar brand, only to see sales slow. Parent company Kering is set to announce a new designer imminently, say sources.
As Tomas Maier Departs, What's Next for Bottega Veneta
Maier transformed the ‘stealth wealth’ label into a billion-dollar brand, only to see sales slow. Parent company Kering is set to announce a new designer imminently, say sources.
News & Analysis
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
The News in Brief
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.
Dolce & Gabbana Seeks to Raise Cash in Exchange for Debt Waiver
Dolce & Gabbana is seeking to raise cash using transactions outside the Italian fashion house’s day-to-day business after banks agreed to waive terms governing its debt as demand for luxury goods stays weak.
Mexican Makeup Label Sarelly Raises $3 Million
The funding will be used to power the brand’s expansion into the US, including a nationwide rollout in Target’s Beauty Studio.
Bath & Body Works Lifts Annual Profit Forecast on Digital Demand
The US fragrance giant raised its full-year profit forecast and beat estimates for second-quarter results, benefiting from demand for its products on digital channels, despite a decline in store traffic.
Indian Fashion Retailer Purple Style Labs Plans IPO
The Bollywood star-backed company behind multi-brand retailer Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop will launch its share sale next week as it taps demand for luxury wedding and occasion wear.
India Investigates Fragrance Giants Over Price Collusion, Document Shows
Global fragrance makers Givaudan, Firmenich and International Flavors & Fragrances face a second antitrust investigation by Indian authorities, according to a regulatory document seen by Reuters.