John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
consumers
Global Markets
Luxury’s High-Stakes Gamble on China’s Mini-Dramas
Brands like Loewe are betting on the craze for bite-sized soap operas, testing how far they can stretch mass-market entertainment without undermining their prestige positioning.
Luxury’s High-Stakes Gamble on China’s Mini-Dramas
Brands like Loewe are betting on the craze for bite-sized soap operas, testing how far they can stretch mass-market entertainment without undermining their prestige positioning.
Beauty
What Comes After the ‘Clean Girl’?
The trend, characterised by glowing skin, fluffy brows and fake freckles, successfully ended an era dominated by high-glamour makeup. The standards it has set will shape the kinds of cosmetics that consumers will want for years to come.
What Comes After the ‘Clean Girl’?
The trend, characterised by glowing skin, fluffy brows and fake freckles, successfully ended an era dominated by high-glamour makeup. The standards it has set will shape the kinds of cosmetics that consumers will want for years to come.
Global Markets
Worldview | Sao Paulo Fashion Week Stages Blockbuster Anniversary Event
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features India’s Reliance Retail and fashion week events in Shanghai, Riyadh and Mexico City.
Worldview | Sao Paulo Fashion Week Stages Blockbuster Anniversary Event
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features India’s Reliance Retail and fashion week events in Shanghai, Riyadh and Mexico City.
Beauty
Kenvue Urges FDA to Reject Request for Autism Warning on Tylenol
Kenvue Inc. urged US regulators to deny a request warning against Tylenol’s use during pregnancy, laying out the most detailed defense of its biggest product after Trump administration officials tied its use to autism.
Kenvue Urges FDA to Reject Request for Autism Warning on Tylenol
Kenvue Inc. urged US regulators to deny a request warning against Tylenol’s use during pregnancy, laying out the most detailed defense of its biggest product after Trump administration officials tied its use to autism.
Direct-to-Consumer
True Classic Launches Women, Kids Lines
The men’s T-shirt maker is introducing a line of tees, hoodies and joggers for women and kids later this month, less than a year after closing its first funding round at an $850 million valuation.
True Classic Launches Women, Kids Lines
The men’s T-shirt maker is introducing a line of tees, hoodies and joggers for women and kids later this month, less than a year after closing its first funding round at an $850 million valuation.
Luxury
Gold Is Pricier Than Ever. Jewellers Are Getting Creative.
With gold at historic highs, designers are trading in 18 carat for sterling silver, silk cords and lab-grown diamonds — reshaping the definition of fine jewellery along the way.
Gold Is Pricier Than Ever. Jewellers Are Getting Creative.
With gold at historic highs, designers are trading in 18 carat for sterling silver, silk cords and lab-grown diamonds — reshaping the definition of fine jewellery along the way.
Marketing
How to Bring the Joy Back to Fashion Marketing
Moncler’s autumn campaign, featuring actors and long-time friends Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, struck an emotional chord with audiences by showcasing true friendship.
How to Bring the Joy Back to Fashion Marketing
Moncler’s autumn campaign, featuring actors and long-time friends Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, struck an emotional chord with audiences by showcasing true friendship.
Beauty
Exclusive: Jessica Simpson Wants Back in the Beauty Game
Three years ago, the pop star saved her eponymous fashion and beauty brand from bankruptcy. Now she’s launching a new scent — and announcing her reentry into the multibillion-dollar beauty market.
Exclusive: Jessica Simpson Wants Back in the Beauty Game
Three years ago, the pop star saved her eponymous fashion and beauty brand from bankruptcy. Now she’s launching a new scent — and announcing her reentry into the multibillion-dollar beauty market.
Beauty
Trump Vows Lower Ozempic Prices, Novo Nordisk Shares Dip
Novo Nordisk shares fell as much as 6.4 percent in early Friday trading after the US President signalled the price of the Danish drugmaker’s weight-loss drugs would be lowered.
Trump Vows Lower Ozempic Prices, Novo Nordisk Shares Dip
Novo Nordisk shares fell as much as 6.4 percent in early Friday trading after the US President signalled the price of the Danish drugmaker’s weight-loss drugs would be lowered.
Global Markets
Will Fashion Brands Strike Gold This Diwali?
Global brands are betting that glittering campaigns and festive designs will tempt Indian shoppers to look past economic headwinds and splurge during a key spending period in the retail calendar.
Will Fashion Brands Strike Gold This Diwali?
Global brands are betting that glittering campaigns and festive designs will tempt Indian shoppers to look past economic headwinds and splurge during a key spending period in the retail calendar.
Marketing
Fashion Is Already Preparing for Gen Beta
Obviously, it’ll be a long time before the generation — born starting in 2025 into a world of AI and rapid change — will have an impact on the industry. But they’ve already sparked conversation.
Fashion Is Already Preparing for Gen Beta
Obviously, it’ll be a long time before the generation — born starting in 2025 into a world of AI and rapid change — will have an impact on the industry. But they’ve already sparked conversation.
Beauty
J&J Faces First Baby Powder Lawsuits in the UK
Johnson & Johnson is facing the first lawsuits in the UK over allegations that its talc products cause cancer, as it fights tens of thousands of similar claims in the US.
J&J Faces First Baby Powder Lawsuits in the UK
Johnson & Johnson is facing the first lawsuits in the UK over allegations that its talc products cause cancer, as it fights tens of thousands of similar claims in the US.
The News in Brief
Harvey Nichols Warns It Could Collapse Without Rescue Deal
The upscale department store says it will not be able to survive another year without new investment, as bidders for the chain circle.
Shein IPO Value Could Fall Short of $30 Billion Targeted by Some Investors
Bloomberg Intelligence estimates the ultra-fast fashion retailer supports a valuation of $22 billion to $25 billion, well below the roughly $30 billion valuation some investors have pushed for.
Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.