Kevin Murphy Appoints New CEO
The Australian hair care brand has named Elisa Fischer its new global chief executive as it looks to push deeper into international markets.
influencers
Beauty
Hyram Yarbro and The Inkey List Part Ways
The partners created the skin care line Selfless by Hyram as a joint venture soon after the influencer’s rise to TikTok fame during the pandemic. But the label faced growing pains, due to high price points and questions of authenticity.
Hyram Yarbro and The Inkey List Part Ways
The partners created the skin care line Selfless by Hyram as a joint venture soon after the influencer’s rise to TikTok fame during the pandemic. But the label faced growing pains, due to high price points and questions of authenticity.
Beauty
How Beauty Can Navigate a China Rebound
After a lacklustre 2023, recovery may be on the horizon for established and independent lines alike.
How Beauty Can Navigate a China Rebound
After a lacklustre 2023, recovery may be on the horizon for established and independent lines alike.
Beauty
Kosas Masters the Art of Reinvention
First with Gwyneth Paltrow and now with TikTok’s Gen-Z beauty queens, Kosas has charted a course to growth through rebranding, new products and customer base expansion.
Kosas Masters the Art of Reinvention
First with Gwyneth Paltrow and now with TikTok’s Gen-Z beauty queens, Kosas has charted a course to growth through rebranding, new products and customer base expansion.
Beauty
Cult Skincare Brand Dieux Makes Sephora Debut
Popularised on social media thanks to its signature green eye masks, Dieux makes its move into physical retail.
Cult Skincare Brand Dieux Makes Sephora Debut
Popularised on social media thanks to its signature green eye masks, Dieux makes its move into physical retail.
Creative Class
Creating Cultural Moments in the Age of Algorithms
Can Gap create mass cultural relevance in a fragmented world? This week’s Grammys and Edward Enninful’s final Vogue cover may offer lessons for the brand’s new creative head Zac Posen, writes Imran Amed.
Creating Cultural Moments in the Age of Algorithms
Can Gap create mass cultural relevance in a fragmented world? This week’s Grammys and Edward Enninful’s final Vogue cover may offer lessons for the brand’s new creative head Zac Posen, writes Imran Amed.
Beauty
Why Fast Fashion Can’t Seem to Crack Beauty
Retailers like Zara and H&M are upping their beauty efforts with celebrity-fronted lines and new categories. But building a buzzy beauty line presents a different challenge than making and selling trendy clothes.
Why Fast Fashion Can’t Seem to Crack Beauty
Retailers like Zara and H&M are upping their beauty efforts with celebrity-fronted lines and new categories. But building a buzzy beauty line presents a different challenge than making and selling trendy clothes.
Beauty
Inside the Glam Vs. Clean Girl Beauty Trend Battle
Minimalist and maximalist makeup aesthetics duel it out on TikTok as influencers and brands aim to keep up with the cultural zeitgeist.
Inside the Glam Vs. Clean Girl Beauty Trend Battle
Minimalist and maximalist makeup aesthetics duel it out on TikTok as influencers and brands aim to keep up with the cultural zeitgeist.
Beauty
Why Beauty Wants More From Kim Kardashian
The celebrity founder debuted her third attempt at makeup today under her newish label SKKN. But in a much more crowded market, it’s unclear what impact the line can and will have.
Why Beauty Wants More From Kim Kardashian
The celebrity founder debuted her third attempt at makeup today under her newish label SKKN. But in a much more crowded market, it’s unclear what impact the line can and will have.
Beauty
Kim Kardashian Teases Return of Makeup and Fragrance
While Kardashian previously offered a range of cosmetics and perfume, her focus has been solely on skincare since launching a prestige skincare line, Skkn by Kim, in June 2022.
Kim Kardashian Teases Return of Makeup and Fragrance
While Kardashian previously offered a range of cosmetics and perfume, her focus has been solely on skincare since launching a prestige skincare line, Skkn by Kim, in June 2022.
Beauty
Susan Yara Joins Influencer Marketing Agency The Digital Dept. to Form New Beauty Division
The beauty entrepreneur's talent management firm, GlowLab Collective, will form the basis of the new vertical.
Susan Yara Joins Influencer Marketing Agency The Digital Dept. to Form New Beauty Division
The beauty entrepreneur's talent management firm, GlowLab Collective, will form the basis of the new vertical.
Retail
The Fashion Trends to Watch in 2024, by the Numbers
From Barbiecore to quiet luxury, fashion’s lightning fast trend cycle took brands and retailers for a ride in 2023. Here’s what we will take with us in 2024 — and what’s still to come.
The Fashion Trends to Watch in 2024, by the Numbers
From Barbiecore to quiet luxury, fashion’s lightning fast trend cycle took brands and retailers for a ride in 2023. Here’s what we will take with us in 2024 — and what’s still to come.
Sports
On: Capitalising on the Perennial Sportswear Boom
Sportswear brands can lean into innovation, technology and collaborations to build credibility with outdoor-focused consumers, explains On's co-founder for The State of Fashion 2024.
On: Capitalising on the Perennial Sportswear Boom
Sportswear brands can lean into innovation, technology and collaborations to build credibility with outdoor-focused consumers, explains On's co-founder for The State of Fashion 2024.
The News in Brief
Mco Parent VidaCorp Rebrands to Axia Beauty Group
The company, which also owns brands Nude by Nature and Poni, also announced its new global headquarters and chief marketing officer.
Fayed Abuse Victims Seek Up to £150 Million From Harrods
The retailer currently has a £62 million provision set aside for redress payments, but victims’ lawyers say more is likely needed.
Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.