Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
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Retail
Gwyneth Paltrow Joins Rent the Runway Board
The founder of Goop will take up this position in May as the rental fashion company seeks to redefine itself with customers coming out of the pandemic.
Gwyneth Paltrow Joins Rent the Runway Board
The founder of Goop will take up this position in May as the rental fashion company seeks to redefine itself with customers coming out of the pandemic.
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Naomi Osaka to Launch Skin Care Brand for People of Colour
The tennis star is CEO of Kinló, a new venture launched with Los Angeles-based A-Frame Brands aiming to provide sun and skin protection to underserved, darker-skinned consumers.
Naomi Osaka to Launch Skin Care Brand for People of Colour
The tennis star is CEO of Kinló, a new venture launched with Los Angeles-based A-Frame Brands aiming to provide sun and skin protection to underserved, darker-skinned consumers.
Global Markets
Blackpink’s Rosé is Tiffany & Co.’s New Global Ambassador
Rosé (full name Roseanne Park Chae-young) has been named a global ambassador for Tiffany & Co. and will front a campaign for the brand’s HardWear collection, due to be released on Friday.
Blackpink’s Rosé is Tiffany & Co.’s New Global Ambassador
Rosé (full name Roseanne Park Chae-young) has been named a global ambassador for Tiffany & Co. and will front a campaign for the brand’s HardWear collection, due to be released on Friday.
China
Yi Yangqianxi Gets a Promotion From Tiffany & Co.
Yi Yangqianxi, also known by the English name, Jackson Yee, has proven such a hit as Tiffany & Co.’s regional ambassador in China since his appointment last June, that he has now been promoted to a global ambassador role, according to an announcement on the jeweller’s official Weibo account posted today.
Yi Yangqianxi Gets a Promotion From Tiffany & Co.
Yi Yangqianxi, also known by the English name, Jackson Yee, has proven such a hit as Tiffany & Co.’s regional ambassador in China since his appointment last June, that he has now been promoted to a global ambassador role, according to an announcement on the jeweller’s official Weibo account posted today.
China
Yi Yangqianxi is the New Face of Armani Beauty
Armani beauty has announced Chinese actor and singer Yi Yangqianxi, also known by the English name Jackson Yee, is its new global make-up and skincare ambassador.
Yi Yangqianxi is the New Face of Armani Beauty
Armani beauty has announced Chinese actor and singer Yi Yangqianxi, also known by the English name Jackson Yee, is its new global make-up and skincare ambassador.
China
Fan Chengcheng and Ouyang Nana are Givenchy’s Latest Brand Ambassadors
Givenchy has announced on social media the addition of two new brand ambassadors, both of whom are 20 years-old, and beloved by China’s Gen Z consumers with about 20 million Weibo followers apiece.
Fan Chengcheng and Ouyang Nana are Givenchy’s Latest Brand Ambassadors
Givenchy has announced on social media the addition of two new brand ambassadors, both of whom are 20 years-old, and beloved by China’s Gen Z consumers with about 20 million Weibo followers apiece.
Global Markets
K-Pop Star Kai Partners With Gucci for Capsule Collection
Exo boyband member, Kai, earned the nickname “Human Gucci” after constantly being photographed in Alessandro Michele’s designs for the Italian luxury house. His predilection for the brand was cemented in 2019 when he was names its global ambassador, and Kai is now at the centre of a new Gucci capsule collection, according to an interview the superstar gave with Esquire Korea’s March 2021 issue.
K-Pop Star Kai Partners With Gucci for Capsule Collection
Exo boyband member, Kai, earned the nickname “Human Gucci” after constantly being photographed in Alessandro Michele’s designs for the Italian luxury house. His predilection for the brand was cemented in 2019 when he was names its global ambassador, and Kai is now at the centre of a new Gucci capsule collection, according to an interview the superstar gave with Esquire Korea’s March 2021 issue.
Global Markets
Deepika Padukone Named Levi’s Global Brand Ambassador
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has been appointed global brand ambassador for denim giant, Levi’s, and will star in a campaign to mark the launch of a new “Fashion Fits” range, which is designed to suit a wide assortment of body types.
Deepika Padukone Named Levi’s Global Brand Ambassador
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has been appointed global brand ambassador for denim giant, Levi’s, and will star in a campaign to mark the launch of a new “Fashion Fits” range, which is designed to suit a wide assortment of body types.
China
China’s Spring Festival Gala Showcases the Likes of Chanel, Stella McCartney and Sankuanz
As a TV programme with an audience of over 1.2 billion, China’s Spring Festival Gala is an important stage for international luxury brands fighting for exposure. This year, many homegrown designers also tapped into the broadcast.
China’s Spring Festival Gala Showcases the Likes of Chanel, Stella McCartney and Sankuanz
As a TV programme with an audience of over 1.2 billion, China’s Spring Festival Gala is an important stage for international luxury brands fighting for exposure. This year, many homegrown designers also tapped into the broadcast.
China
Louis Vuitton Names New Chinese Brand Ambassador
Louis Vuitton has named actress Liu Yifei as its new brand ambassador. She is only the second current Chinese brand ambassador for luxury’s largest brand, joining superstar Kris Wu.
Louis Vuitton Names New Chinese Brand Ambassador
Louis Vuitton has named actress Liu Yifei as its new brand ambassador. She is only the second current Chinese brand ambassador for luxury’s largest brand, joining superstar Kris Wu.
China
Why Prada’s Next Move in China Is Critical
A years-long strategic overhaul of the Prada’s China business is bearing fruit amid a scandal involving a now former celebrity ambassador.
Why Prada’s Next Move in China Is Critical
A years-long strategic overhaul of the Prada’s China business is bearing fruit amid a scandal involving a now former celebrity ambassador.
China
Prada Parts Ways With China Brand Ambassador Following Scandal
One day after explosive allegations that Chinese actress and newly-appointed Prada brand ambassador, Zheng Shuang, has abandoned two children born via a surrogate in the US, the Italian luxury brand has terminated her contract.
Prada Parts Ways With China Brand Ambassador Following Scandal
One day after explosive allegations that Chinese actress and newly-appointed Prada brand ambassador, Zheng Shuang, has abandoned two children born via a surrogate in the US, the Italian luxury brand has terminated her contract.
The News in Brief
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.
Allies of Skin’s Founder Nicolas Travis Has Resigned
The Singapore-based luxury skincare brand has also appointed Alicia Valencia as interim president.