Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
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Luxury’s Fur Calculus: To Ban or Not to Ban?
This week, French luxury conglomerate Kering made a commitment to go entirely fur-free, but the calculus looks different for LVMH, the world’s largest luxury group.
Luxury’s Fur Calculus: To Ban or Not to Ban?
This week, French luxury conglomerate Kering made a commitment to go entirely fur-free, but the calculus looks different for LVMH, the world’s largest luxury group.
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Kering CEO Says Fur Has ‘No Place in Luxury’
Kering brands like Gucci and Bottega Veneta banned fur years ago, but the French luxury group is extending the policy across all its labels.
Kering CEO Says Fur Has ‘No Place in Luxury’
Kering brands like Gucci and Bottega Veneta banned fur years ago, but the French luxury group is extending the policy across all its labels.
Luxury
New Study Estimates Covid-19 Cost Fur Market $5 Billion
The value of the global fur retail trade reached an estimated $20.1 billion in 2020, but would have been roughly 25 percent stronger were it not for the pandemic, according to a new study conducted by the University of Copenhagen and commissioned by the International Fur Federation (IFF), a trade group.
New Study Estimates Covid-19 Cost Fur Market $5 Billion
The value of the global fur retail trade reached an estimated $20.1 billion in 2020, but would have been roughly 25 percent stronger were it not for the pandemic, according to a new study conducted by the University of Copenhagen and commissioned by the International Fur Federation (IFF), a trade group.
Luxury
Denmark to Cull Mink Population After Virus Fears
The industry association for Danish mink breeders said the government's decision amounted to a death knell for the country's pelt industry.
Denmark to Cull Mink Population After Virus Fears
The industry association for Danish mink breeders said the government's decision amounted to a death knell for the country's pelt industry.
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Alexi Lubomirski: Conscious Creativity and the Fight Against Fur
On stage at BoF VOICES, the fashion photographer called on industry leaders to stop working with fur, feathers and exotic skins.
Alexi Lubomirski: Conscious Creativity and the Fight Against Fur
On stage at BoF VOICES, the fashion photographer called on industry leaders to stop working with fur, feathers and exotic skins.
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California Bans Fur Products
Governor Gavin Newsom called it one of the strongest animal rights laws in US history.'
California Bans Fur Products
Governor Gavin Newsom called it one of the strongest animal rights laws in US history.'
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Canada Goose Misses Margins on Higher Sales of Less Profitable Clothes
As the luxury apparel maker sold more of its light-weight spring season clothes, which are not as profitable as its $1,000 parkas, quarterly gross margins missed estimates.
Canada Goose Misses Margins on Higher Sales of Less Profitable Clothes
As the luxury apparel maker sold more of its light-weight spring season clothes, which are not as profitable as its $1,000 parkas, quarterly gross margins missed estimates.
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Why the Fur Industry Is Betting on Influencers
Global fur sales fell to $33 billion last year, down from $40 billion in 2015. Now, Saga Furs, which provides fur for numerous high fashion houses, is turning to influencers like Bryanboy to turn the tide.
Why the Fur Industry Is Betting on Influencers
Global fur sales fell to $33 billion last year, down from $40 billion in 2015. Now, Saga Furs, which provides fur for numerous high fashion houses, is turning to influencers like Bryanboy to turn the tide.
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New York Mayor Backs Fur Ban, Displeasing Political Ally in Iowa
The mayor of New York's announcement he plans to ban fur may be a potential impasse to his presidential run.
New York Mayor Backs Fur Ban, Displeasing Political Ally in Iowa
The mayor of New York's announcement he plans to ban fur may be a potential impasse to his presidential run.
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Prada Joins Fashion’s Anti-Fur Movement
After a targeted public protest and behind-the-scenes discussions with activist groups, the luxury group will stop using animal fur from Spring/Summer 2020 onwards.
Prada Joins Fashion’s Anti-Fur Movement
After a targeted public protest and behind-the-scenes discussions with activist groups, the luxury group will stop using animal fur from Spring/Summer 2020 onwards.
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Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
Prada Bans Fur From Catwalk, Bowing to Ethical Fashion Demand
The Italian luxury goods group has vowed to stop the use of fur in line with the changing face of consumer attitude.
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Kering to Push Stricter Animal Welfare Standard Worldwide
The group's Animal Welfare Standards support prohibiting intensive farming and the use of sub-therapeutic antibiotic treatments.
Kering to Push Stricter Animal Welfare Standard Worldwide
The group's Animal Welfare Standards support prohibiting intensive farming and the use of sub-therapeutic antibiotic treatments.
The News in Brief
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.