European Luxury Stocks Face a Tough Second Half, HSBC Says
HSBC analysts downgraded LVMH and Burberry to hold as they said the second half of the year looks harder for soft luxury to navigate.
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Beauty
How David Is Making Protein Sexy
Fresh off a $2.25 billion valuation for its parent company, the wellness startup has a new launch, campaign and mandate to conquer calorie-counting consumers.
How David Is Making Protein Sexy
Fresh off a $2.25 billion valuation for its parent company, the wellness startup has a new launch, campaign and mandate to conquer calorie-counting consumers.
Beauty
Vegamour Acquired by Belle Brands
The premium hair care line, known for its anti-hair-loss serums and supplements, has been acquired by the private equity-backed platform.
Vegamour Acquired by Belle Brands
The premium hair care line, known for its anti-hair-loss serums and supplements, has been acquired by the private equity-backed platform.
Luxury
US Resilience Is Keeping Luxury Brands Afloat. Can It Last?
Europe’s high-end fashion houses are riding a burst of AI-fuelled wealth creation in the US. But growing concentration of wealth and a shrinking pipeline of new aspirational luxury shoppers could test the strength of the market.
US Resilience Is Keeping Luxury Brands Afloat. Can It Last?
Europe’s high-end fashion houses are riding a burst of AI-fuelled wealth creation in the US. But growing concentration of wealth and a shrinking pipeline of new aspirational luxury shoppers could test the strength of the market.
Retail
Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
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Retail
Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion
The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.
Bag Brand Strathberry Nabs Minority Investment as It Eyes International Expansion
The Edinburgh-based label is entering a new partnership with Soho Square Capital as it gets ready to open its first store outside the UK.
Beauty
Dior Pushes ‘Haute Wellness’ Strategy
The label’s powerful beauty division is upgrading its spa offering and hiring Pilates instructors and sleep experts as it goes head-to-head with hotels and retreats in a bid to tap the buoyant high-end wellness market.
Dior Pushes ‘Haute Wellness’ Strategy
The label’s powerful beauty division is upgrading its spa offering and hiring Pilates instructors and sleep experts as it goes head-to-head with hotels and retreats in a bid to tap the buoyant high-end wellness market.
Workplace & Talent
Can AI Ignite a New Generation of Fashion Tradespeople?
As artificial intelligence reshapes perceptions of white-collar work and four-year degrees face greater scrutiny, fashion brands see an opening to rebuild a dwindling pipeline of skilled craftspeople.
Can AI Ignite a New Generation of Fashion Tradespeople?
As artificial intelligence reshapes perceptions of white-collar work and four-year degrees face greater scrutiny, fashion brands see an opening to rebuild a dwindling pipeline of skilled craftspeople.
Partner Content
Why Consumer Trust Will Determine the Future of Fashion E-Commerce
ESW’s annual ‘Signals’ report spotlights the forces reshaping international e-commerce, revealing that as shopping journeys fragment, trust remains the critical factor determining conversion.
Why Consumer Trust Will Determine the Future of Fashion E-Commerce
ESW’s annual ‘Signals’ report spotlights the forces reshaping international e-commerce, revealing that as shopping journeys fragment, trust remains the critical factor determining conversion.
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Luxury
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Executive Briefings
The Executive Briefing: What Makes a Great Store; The Declining Importance of Follower Counts; Feeding Instagram’s Ad Machine
BoF picks the world's best independent fashion retailers, British brands rush to the US and follower counts matter less than ever. Read on for your analysis of August's top news.
The Executive Briefing: What Makes a Great Store; The Declining Importance of Follower Counts; Feeding Instagram’s Ad Machine
BoF picks the world's best independent fashion retailers, British brands rush to the US and follower counts matter less than ever. Read on for your analysis of August's top news.
Beauty
What Happens When Weight-Loss Drugs Don’t Work?
Up to a third of participants in GLP-1 clinical trials lose less than 5 percent of their body weight, stumping researchers and disillusioning some consumers.
What Happens When Weight-Loss Drugs Don’t Work?
Up to a third of participants in GLP-1 clinical trials lose less than 5 percent of their body weight, stumping researchers and disillusioning some consumers.
Global Markets
Ukrainian Fashion Week Pushes On as Russian Attacks Intensify
Russian attacks delayed shows and sent guests into shelters last week, but the Kyiv event went ahead as brands reported rising domestic sales and a growing international retail presence.
Ukrainian Fashion Week Pushes On as Russian Attacks Intensify
Russian attacks delayed shows and sent guests into shelters last week, but the Kyiv event went ahead as brands reported rising domestic sales and a growing international retail presence.
The News in Brief
Richemont Promotes Johann Rupert’s Son In Succession Plan
The Swiss luxury group appointed Anton Rupert, 39, as non-executive co-deputy chairman in charge of creative and commercial direction, signaling a long-awaited succession plan for founder Johann Rupert is underway.
Zara Owner’s Sales Grow, But Profit Disappoints As Expenses Mount
Inditex’s sales growth accelerated at the start of the third quarter as it continued to outpace rivals, but rising depreciation charges ate into profits.
Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund
The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.
Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company
Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Next Wins Appeal in UK Equal Pay Case
The landmark ruling allows the retailer to pay warehouse workers more than shop staff on the basis it costs more to recruit and retain them.