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Beauty

What Will Be the Next Aesop?

The L’Oréal-owned brand has grown considerably since becoming known for its cult-cool hand soap, leaving room for challengers like Evolvetogether, Commune and Sangre de Fruta to take its place.

Beauty

What Will Be the Next Aesop?

The L’Oréal-owned brand has grown considerably since becoming known for its cult-cool hand soap, leaving room for challengers like Evolvetogether, Commune and Sangre de Fruta to take its place.


Beauty

Eli Lilly’s Weight-Loss Pill Wins FDA Approval

Orforglipron, which will be sold under the brand name Foundayo, becomes the second GLP-1 weight-loss pill to enter the US market after Novo Nordisk’s tablet-form Wegovy launched in Jan. 2026.

Beauty

Eli Lilly’s Weight-Loss Pill Wins FDA Approval

Orforglipron, which will be sold under the brand name Foundayo, becomes the second GLP-1 weight-loss pill to enter the US market after Novo Nordisk’s tablet-form Wegovy launched in Jan. 2026.


Beauty

The Business of Looksmaxxing

From experimental drugs to cosmetic surgery, an extreme beauty ideal is taking shape among young men — and turning into business opportunities for haircare, supplements and more. 

Beauty

The Business of Looksmaxxing

From experimental drugs to cosmetic surgery, an extreme beauty ideal is taking shape among young men — and turning into business opportunities for haircare, supplements and more. 


Luxury

LVMH Shares Fell Most Ever in First Quarter on Luxury Slump

Shares of the luxury bellwether fell 28 percent in the first quarter as the war in the Middle East clouds the global economic outlook and intensifies demand headwinds for luxury goods.

Luxury

LVMH Shares Fell Most Ever in First Quarter on Luxury Slump

Shares of the luxury bellwether fell 28 percent in the first quarter as the war in the Middle East clouds the global economic outlook and intensifies demand headwinds for luxury goods.


Beauty

Global Beauty Brands Flocked to Dubai. Then Came the War.

Retailers and brands that have entered the Gulf region through one of its biggest cities are now caught in the midst of conflict.

Beauty

Global Beauty Brands Flocked to Dubai. Then Came the War.

Retailers and brands that have entered the Gulf region through one of its biggest cities are now caught in the midst of conflict.


Global Markets

How the Middle East’s Fashion Industry Is Navigating War

As the conflict enters its second month, brands, retailers and business leaders across the region are leaning on crisis management and contingency plans amid an increasingly volatile security environment.

Global Markets

How the Middle East’s Fashion Industry Is Navigating War

As the conflict enters its second month, brands, retailers and business leaders across the region are leaning on crisis management and contingency plans amid an increasingly volatile security environment.


Beauty

How Skincare Brands Build Trust in the Misinformation Era

‘Mediagenic’ physicians, scientists and researchers have become front-facing figures in the skincare trade. Their influence might be waning on social media — but according to brands, is more urgent than ever.

Beauty

How Skincare Brands Build Trust in the Misinformation Era

‘Mediagenic’ physicians, scientists and researchers have become front-facing figures in the skincare trade. Their influence might be waning on social media — but according to brands, is more urgent than ever.


Beauty

Why Matte Makeup Is Trending Again

Brands are filling their shelves with foundations, blushes and eyeshadows that shed their dew for a velvety finish. But getting shoppers excited will require a bit of shine.

Beauty

Why Matte Makeup Is Trending Again

Brands are filling their shelves with foundations, blushes and eyeshadows that shed their dew for a velvety finish. But getting shoppers excited will require a bit of shine.


Retail

UK Retail Sales Fall Back in February Ahead of Iran War Impact

Sales unexpectedly fell by 0.4 percent in February, with future sales likely to be dampened by rising oil prices resulting from the Iran war and falling consumer confidence.

Retail

UK Retail Sales Fall Back in February Ahead of Iran War Impact

Sales unexpectedly fell by 0.4 percent in February, with future sales likely to be dampened by rising oil prices resulting from the Iran war and falling consumer confidence.


Sustainability

Exclusive: H&M Says Sustainability Is Good for Business. Can It Get Shoppers to Care?

H&M Group CEO Daniel Ervér spoke to The Business of Fashion about why the retail giant is continuing to push on climate action, persuade consumers to see it as more than a fast-fashion giant — and prove that reducing emissions can drive business performance.

Sustainability

Exclusive: H&M Says Sustainability Is Good for Business. Can It Get Shoppers to Care?

H&M Group CEO Daniel Ervér spoke to The Business of Fashion about why the retail giant is continuing to push on climate action, persuade consumers to see it as more than a fast-fashion giant — and prove that reducing emissions can drive business performance.


Beauty

The New Beauty Maximalism

As several industry insiders forecast its decline, the 'clean girl' aesthetic continues to dominate beauty. But emerging makeup trends, and fascination with ‘2016 makeup,' signal consumer appetite for something new.

Beauty

The New Beauty Maximalism

As several industry insiders forecast its decline, the 'clean girl' aesthetic continues to dominate beauty. But emerging makeup trends, and fascination with ‘2016 makeup,' signal consumer appetite for something new.


Partner Content

Monos’ Strategy for Loyalty Beyond the Suitcase

From suitcases to experiential retail, luggage specialist Monos is expanding its footprint beyond travel to build community and cultural relevance along the way. Here, BoF sits down with its co-founder and CEO, Victor Tam, to learn more.

Partner Content

Monos’ Strategy for Loyalty Beyond the Suitcase

From suitcases to experiential retail, luggage specialist Monos is expanding its footprint beyond travel to build community and cultural relevance along the way. Here, BoF sits down with its co-founder and CEO, Victor Tam, to learn more.