Allies of Skin’s Founder Nicolas Travis Has Resigned
The Singapore-based luxury skincare brand has also appointed Alicia Valencia as interim president.
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Global Markets
In Brazil, Fast Fashion Heats Up
As global fast fashion giants arrive in Brazil, the market heats up. BoF reports.
In Brazil, Fast Fashion Heats Up
As global fast fashion giants arrive in Brazil, the market heats up. BoF reports.
Global Markets
Malaysia's Magnetic Pull
Comprehending Malaysia’s dynamic fashion market is about understanding its fans and neighbours as much as its melting pot culture. This instalment of Market GPS is sponsored by Marvin Traub Associates.
Malaysia's Magnetic Pull
Comprehending Malaysia’s dynamic fashion market is about understanding its fans and neighbours as much as its melting pot culture. This instalment of Market GPS is sponsored by Marvin Traub Associates.
China
The China Edit | Cult of Luxury, Hermès Weathers Slowdown, Jean-Marc Loubier, Alibaba Plans U.S. Site, Anna Sui
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Cult of Luxury, Hermès Weathers Slowdown, Jean-Marc Loubier, Alibaba Plans U.S. Site, Anna Sui
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Global Markets
Jean-Marc Loubier of First Heritage Brands on Bridging East and West
Divia Harilela sits down with Jean-Marc Loubier, chief executive of First Heritage Brands, an investment arm of the Fung Group which owns Robert Clergerie, Delvaux and Sonia Rykiel, to talk about his global investment strategy.
Jean-Marc Loubier of First Heritage Brands on Bridging East and West
Divia Harilela sits down with Jean-Marc Loubier, chief executive of First Heritage Brands, an investment arm of the Fung Group which owns Robert Clergerie, Delvaux and Sonia Rykiel, to talk about his global investment strategy.
Global Markets
Uniqlo’s Main Road is Overseas
Uniqlo has reached saturation in Japan and is now focusing almost all of its investment overseas, where it plans to open more than 400 stores in the next few years, with the aim to drive ¥3 trillion in international sales by the end of 2020. To reach this target it may also need to make a major overseas acquisition. JapanConsuming reports.
Uniqlo’s Main Road is Overseas
Uniqlo has reached saturation in Japan and is now focusing almost all of its investment overseas, where it plans to open more than 400 stores in the next few years, with the aim to drive ¥3 trillion in international sales by the end of 2020. To reach this target it may also need to make a major overseas acquisition. JapanConsuming reports.
China
The China Edit | Luxury Experiences, Brands' Slow Growth, Lunar New Year Consumption, Korean Beauty Gains
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Luxury Experiences, Brands' Slow Growth, Lunar New Year Consumption, Korean Beauty Gains
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
China
The China Edit | Female Fashion Addicts, Catering to Travelling Shoppers, Shanghai, Chen Man
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Female Fashion Addicts, Catering to Travelling Shoppers, Shanghai, Chen Man
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Global Markets
A Couture Stage Beyond Paris: Destiny, Dream or Delusion?
As fashion's centre of gravity moves steadily south and east, driven by the changing global distribution of both wealth and fashion creativity, Paris' monopoly on the dazzling couture trade is being challenged by a handful of new overseas events with their own ideas about couture.
A Couture Stage Beyond Paris: Destiny, Dream or Delusion?
As fashion's centre of gravity moves steadily south and east, driven by the changing global distribution of both wealth and fashion creativity, Paris' monopoly on the dazzling couture trade is being challenged by a handful of new overseas events with their own ideas about couture.
Global Markets
Female Fashion Addicts Change China’s $19 Billion Market
BEIJING, China — Lisa Yan is the new face of the Chinese luxury consumer: female and fashion-forward.
Female Fashion Addicts Change China’s $19 Billion Market
BEIJING, China — Lisa Yan is the new face of the Chinese luxury consumer: female and fashion-forward.
China
The China Edit | Scottish Textiles, Mainland Malls Rethink, Global Retailers Miss Store Targets, Travellers
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Scottish Textiles, Mainland Malls Rethink, Global Retailers Miss Store Targets, Travellers
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
China
The China Edit | Wealth Flight, Export Prices Climb, Macau Luxury, Shanghai Free Trade Zone, Alibaba vs Tencent
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | Wealth Flight, Export Prices Climb, Macau Luxury, Shanghai Free Trade Zone, Alibaba vs Tencent
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Global Markets
Japan’s Pal Building ‘IKEA of Fashion’
Japanese retail group Pal is investing in growth-focused, large-format stores, seeing a market for what it calls an “IKEA of fashion.” JapanConsuming reports.
Japan’s Pal Building ‘IKEA of Fashion’
Japanese retail group Pal is investing in growth-focused, large-format stores, seeing a market for what it calls an “IKEA of fashion.” JapanConsuming reports.
The News in Brief
Fabletics Seeks to Double Revenue to $2 Billion in Global Expansion
The US-based activewear brand plans to double annual revenue to $2 billion within five years, in part by opening dozens of new stores in markets such as India, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates.
On Sneaker Brand’s Shares Slump After Sales Disappoint
The Swiss brand's stock tumbled after it posted disappointing second-quarter sales and issued a slightly more cautious sales forecast for the year.
Natura Posts 92% Decline in Quarterly Profit
Brazilian cosmetic maker Natura on Monday posted a second-quarter net profit of 35 million reais ($6.85 million), a 92.1 percent decline from the same period in 2025.
Report: Armani Stake Sale Could Be Delayed Beyond March 2027 Deadline
Citing company sources, Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera said market conditions for the luxury industry were still challenging and negotiating a deal could require time.
Shein to Launch IPO as Soon as August 19, Sources Say
The Hong Kong IPO could take place as soon as Wednesday of next week, two people with knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday.
John Lewis Managing Director Quits Job After Less Than Three Years
Peter Ruis' surprise departure comes as the company faces “really tough” trading conditions.
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.