Dior to Host Cruise Show in Shanghai
The LVMH-Owned megabrand will show its Cruise 2028 line in the Chinese fashion capital on May 14, 2027.
investment
Beauty
Makeup by Mario Hires Investment Bank to Explore Exit Options
The premium cosmetics line, founded by celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, has hired J.P Morgan to evaluate its options.
Makeup by Mario Hires Investment Bank to Explore Exit Options
The premium cosmetics line, founded by celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic, has hired J.P Morgan to evaluate its options.
Beauty
How Merit Won Over the Grown-Up Glossier Girl
Instead of getting caught up in Gen-Z mania, Merit has become profitable and expects to hit $100 million in revenue this year by targeting Millennials with classic luxury branding and no-makeup makeup.
How Merit Won Over the Grown-Up Glossier Girl
Instead of getting caught up in Gen-Z mania, Merit has become profitable and expects to hit $100 million in revenue this year by targeting Millennials with classic luxury branding and no-makeup makeup.
Sustainability
What’s Behind the Slow Fashion Recession
The closure of Mara Hoffman and other brands that built ethical consumption into their business models is raising questions about whether there’s room in the market for brands that put sustainability first.
What’s Behind the Slow Fashion Recession
The closure of Mara Hoffman and other brands that built ethical consumption into their business models is raising questions about whether there’s room in the market for brands that put sustainability first.
Sustainability
Boohoo Investors Seek £100 Million in Damages After Minimum Wage Row
The investors say those who bought shares ahead of the 2020 labour rights violations report suffered huge losses as a result of the share price drop.
Boohoo Investors Seek £100 Million in Damages After Minimum Wage Row
The investors say those who bought shares ahead of the 2020 labour rights violations report suffered huge losses as a result of the share price drop.
Beauty
Kering Beauté Takes Minority Stake in Matiere Premiere
The brand plans to use the capital injection to fuel its global retail expansion.
Kering Beauté Takes Minority Stake in Matiere Premiere
The brand plans to use the capital injection to fuel its global retail expansion.
Direct-to-Consumer
Outdoor Voices Finds New Owner After Reports of Near-Bankruptcy
Investment firm Consortium Brand Partners announced on Monday that it acquired athleisure brand Outdoor Voices on May 15 for an undisclosed sum.
Outdoor Voices Finds New Owner After Reports of Near-Bankruptcy
Investment firm Consortium Brand Partners announced on Monday that it acquired athleisure brand Outdoor Voices on May 15 for an undisclosed sum.
Beauty
Venture Studio Squared Circles Secures $40 Million Series A Fundraising Round
LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton expands its investment in the business following an earlier seed round.
Venture Studio Squared Circles Secures $40 Million Series A Fundraising Round
LVMH-backed private equity firm L Catterton expands its investment in the business following an earlier seed round.
Financial Markets
Sneaker Maker Golden Goose Is Said to Kick Off Milan IPO Soon
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose SpA plans to kick off an initial public offering in Milan as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter, extending a strong rebound in European listings this year.
Sneaker Maker Golden Goose Is Said to Kick Off Milan IPO Soon
Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose SpA plans to kick off an initial public offering in Milan as soon as this week, according to people familiar with the matter, extending a strong rebound in European listings this year.
Retail
J.Crew Store Reopens in Soho
The American apparel chain will reopen a womenswear store in the retail neighbourhood since its last location closed in 2018.
J.Crew Store Reopens in Soho
The American apparel chain will reopen a womenswear store in the retail neighbourhood since its last location closed in 2018.
Sports
Why Padel Is Luxury’s New Favourite Sport
Brands from Valentino to Prada and start-ups like Pulco Studios are vying to cash in on the racket sport’s aspirational aesthetic and affluent fanbase.
Why Padel Is Luxury’s New Favourite Sport
Brands from Valentino to Prada and start-ups like Pulco Studios are vying to cash in on the racket sport’s aspirational aesthetic and affluent fanbase.
Beauty
L’Occitane Announces Privatisation Offer
The transaction, which includes funding from Blackstone and Goldman Sachs, values the company at $6.4 billion.
L’Occitane Announces Privatisation Offer
The transaction, which includes funding from Blackstone and Goldman Sachs, values the company at $6.4 billion.
Beauty
Gregg Renfrew Is Purchasing Beautycounter Out of Foreclosure
The founder, who was ousted and recently came back to the line as CEO, will regain control of the company.
Gregg Renfrew Is Purchasing Beautycounter Out of Foreclosure
The founder, who was ousted and recently came back to the line as CEO, will regain control of the company.
The News in Brief
Oura Seeks $2.2 Billion in US IPO
The smart ring maker plans to market 50 million shares for $40 to $44 each, according to filings, which could value the company as high as $14.1 billion.
PR Agency CGC Launches Performance Media Division
Known for its premium beauty clients including Glossier and Hermès Beauty, the agency’s new division combines influencer marketing and AI insights.
The Commercial Case for Cooling Bangladesh’s Garment Factories
Investments to reduce heat stress for garment factory workers can pay for themselves within four years, a new report from Cornell University's Global Labor Institute finds.
Botswana Seeks Bigger De Beers Stake
Diamonds have underpinned the African country's economy since their discovery there in 1967.
Converse CEO Pledges Review Over Ad Critics Say Evoked KKK
The head of Converse promised to review internal processes and told employees he will make any necessary changes in an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
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.