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.
jewellery
News & Analysis
The Rise of Demi-Fine Jewellery
Fashionability, uniqueness and affordable price points are driving a new wave of ‘demi-fine’ jewellery brands.
The Rise of Demi-Fine Jewellery
Fashionability, uniqueness and affordable price points are driving a new wave of ‘demi-fine’ jewellery brands.
News & Analysis
Top 10 M&A Targets in Jewellery
The global market for jewellery is set to reach $364 billion by 2022. Where does the opportunity lie for investors?
Top 10 M&A Targets in Jewellery
The global market for jewellery is set to reach $364 billion by 2022. Where does the opportunity lie for investors?
News & Analysis
The Jeweller Who Was Alexander McQueen’s Closest Collaborator
Together, Shaun Leane and Lee Alexander McQueen pushed boundaries and changed the perception of what jewellery or fashion could be. Now, Leane's archive is up for auction.
The Jeweller Who Was Alexander McQueen’s Closest Collaborator
Together, Shaun Leane and Lee Alexander McQueen pushed boundaries and changed the perception of what jewellery or fashion could be. Now, Leane's archive is up for auction.
China
Demand for Gold in China Lifts Profit at World’s Largest Jeweller
Chow Tai Fook’s profit increased for a second consecutive six-month period as demand for gold products lifted sales.
Demand for Gold in China Lifts Profit at World’s Largest Jeweller
Chow Tai Fook’s profit increased for a second consecutive six-month period as demand for gold products lifted sales.
Retail
Nicholas Kirkwood Launches In-Store Creative Residencies
The footwear brand is opening the doors of its Mount Street store for creative partnerships and pop ups over the next year.
Nicholas Kirkwood Launches In-Store Creative Residencies
The footwear brand is opening the doors of its Mount Street store for creative partnerships and pop ups over the next year.
China
Luxury Watch Brands Optimistic for Chinese New Year
Hong Kong traditionally attracts mainland China tourists for shopping during the Chinese New Year season, which kicks off in February.
Luxury Watch Brands Optimistic for Chinese New Year
Hong Kong traditionally attracts mainland China tourists for shopping during the Chinese New Year season, which kicks off in February.
News & Analysis
Hemmerle, a Jeweller’s Jeweller
In a slow luxury jewellery market, a German company with no traditional sales channels has attracted attention for its unique strategy.
Hemmerle, a Jeweller’s Jeweller
In a slow luxury jewellery market, a German company with no traditional sales channels has attracted attention for its unique strategy.
Beauty
Beyond Avon and Mary Kay, Why Social Selling Still Works
Thanks to the growing 'gig economy' and the rise of social media, social selling businesses are thriving.
Beyond Avon and Mary Kay, Why Social Selling Still Works
Thanks to the growing 'gig economy' and the rise of social media, social selling businesses are thriving.
News & Analysis
Jewellery’s Naughty Little Secret: Treated Gemstones
Unbeknownst to most jewellery consumers, gemstones are often treated, filled with glass and even irradiated, yet retailers rarely disclose this.
Jewellery’s Naughty Little Secret: Treated Gemstones
Unbeknownst to most jewellery consumers, gemstones are often treated, filled with glass and even irradiated, yet retailers rarely disclose this.
News & Analysis
How Statement Earrings Became Generation Selfie’s Favourite Trend
From Cos to Céline to Chopard, brands are doubling down on statement earrings in exaggerated sizes and mismatched colours to tap a new generation of consumers.
How Statement Earrings Became Generation Selfie’s Favourite Trend
From Cos to Céline to Chopard, brands are doubling down on statement earrings in exaggerated sizes and mismatched colours to tap a new generation of consumers.
News & Analysis
Diamond Industry Faces Headache as US Market Takes a Knock
In the diamond industry, the only place that really matters is the US, and the market is starting to look a little shaky.
Diamond Industry Faces Headache as US Market Takes a Knock
In the diamond industry, the only place that really matters is the US, and the market is starting to look a little shaky.
Luxury
Tiffany Shares Fall After Surprise Sales Decline
Shares in the luxury jeweller fell by 6.6. percent in early trading after the company posted an unexpected sales decline in the first quarter.
Tiffany Shares Fall After Surprise Sales Decline
Shares in the luxury jeweller fell by 6.6. percent in early trading after the company posted an unexpected sales decline in the first quarter.
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.