Shoppers are finding alternative ways to get their hands on the unattainable bags, shoes and watches, from auction houses to specialised fashion sourcers.
Shoppers are finding alternative ways to get their hands on the unattainable bags, shoes and watches, from auction houses to specialised fashion sourcers.
A $99 luxury dog perfume from Dolce & Gabbana ruffled furs, but it’s just one in a string of premium pet care products targeting beauty-savvy, wealthy shoppers.
A $99 luxury dog perfume from Dolce & Gabbana ruffled furs, but it’s just one in a string of premium pet care products targeting beauty-savvy, wealthy shoppers.
In an exclusive interview, CEO Daniel Ervér outlined his strategy to turn the Swedish fast-fashion giant’s greatest weakness – its positioning above Shein but below Zara in the category’s pricing hierarchy – into a strength. It all kicks off with a collection due out next month.
In an exclusive interview, CEO Daniel Ervér outlined his strategy to turn the Swedish fast-fashion giant’s greatest weakness – its positioning above Shein but below Zara in the category’s pricing hierarchy – into a strength. It all kicks off with a collection due out next month.
The beauty retailer is laying off hundreds of staff in China as it seeks to revitalise its struggling operations in the world’s second-largest economy, while also seeing departures among senior executives.
The beauty retailer is laying off hundreds of staff in China as it seeks to revitalise its struggling operations in the world’s second-largest economy, while also seeing departures among senior executives.
The upside for online sales may be lower than many retailers anticipated. Physical stores and social commerce could make up the gap.
The upside for online sales may be lower than many retailers anticipated. Physical stores and social commerce could make up the gap.
Whoever steps into Fabrizio Freda’s Italian loafers in June 2025 has a big job on their hands, as the American beauty conglomerate battles softened demand internationally and on its home turf. Kickstarting meaningful growth will mean a fresh China strategy, channel and category overhauls, and generating some much needed buzz.
Whoever steps into Fabrizio Freda’s Italian loafers in June 2025 has a big job on their hands, as the American beauty conglomerate battles softened demand internationally and on its home turf. Kickstarting meaningful growth will mean a fresh China strategy, channel and category overhauls, and generating some much needed buzz.
As aspirational shoppers pull back from spending, brands are investing in hyper-premium products in an effort to court high-net-worth individuals who are happy to spend triple digits on a single item. These shoppers are more discerning than most.
As aspirational shoppers pull back from spending, brands are investing in hyper-premium products in an effort to court high-net-worth individuals who are happy to spend triple digits on a single item. These shoppers are more discerning than most.
In the new season of the hit Netflix show, the resale platform makes a cameo, hoping that the appearance will boost its US business, which now accounts for 20 percent of its sales.
In the new season of the hit Netflix show, the resale platform makes a cameo, hoping that the appearance will boost its US business, which now accounts for 20 percent of its sales.
As the number and price of treatments and products spiral ever higher, endless content on how editors, influencers and celebrities achieve their perfect looks may be doing more harm than good, argues Sable Yong. Sometimes, ignorance really is bliss.
As the number and price of treatments and products spiral ever higher, endless content on how editors, influencers and celebrities achieve their perfect looks may be doing more harm than good, argues Sable Yong. Sometimes, ignorance really is bliss.
After a sales dip and leadership change last year, the brand, known for its knit flats, is embarking on a global retail push to kickstart its growth recovery, starting with a debut in the British department store.
After a sales dip and leadership change last year, the brand, known for its knit flats, is embarking on a global retail push to kickstart its growth recovery, starting with a debut in the British department store.
Silas Capital and G9 Ventures participated in the seed round, joining celebrity angel investors Mila Kunis, Lily Collins and Zoe Saldana.
Silas Capital and G9 Ventures participated in the seed round, joining celebrity angel investors Mila Kunis, Lily Collins and Zoe Saldana.
The global stock market tumble this week raised alarm among economists over the likelihood of a US recession happening this year. The consumer economy, however, has held strong and the savviest retailers are still posting growth through offering a compelling value proposition.
The global stock market tumble this week raised alarm among economists over the likelihood of a US recession happening this year. The consumer economy, however, has held strong and the savviest retailers are still posting growth through offering a compelling value proposition.
The brand plans to buy back more than €800 million ($932 million) of stock, seeking to bolster investor confidence after a slide in its shares and the exit of an heir of the eyewear maker’s founder from his management roles.
The beauty retailer’s fiscal second-quarter growth was driven by fragrance, K-beauty and store expansion, said CEO Kecia Steelman.
Jane Ewing, who was most recently interim chief executive officer for Sam’s Club in China, will join Nike on Sept. 7.
Former Target and Walmart veteran Michael Francis, known in the industry as a marketing guru, will succeed current Old Navy CEO Horacio Barbeito on Nov. 2.
The low-cost clothing brand opened its first UK store in Liverpool on Thursday, with shops in Newcastle and Essex due to follow later this year.
The UK fashion trade body has yet to name a successor.
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.
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.