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
Luxury
Tiffany Comes Under Fire For Lack of Diversity on Its Executive Board
The luxury jeweller is facing criticism for the lack of diversity and women on its board, which union group CtW says hinders the company from reacting to trends and reaching millennial shoppers.
Tiffany Comes Under Fire For Lack of Diversity on Its Executive Board
The luxury jeweller is facing criticism for the lack of diversity and women on its board, which union group CtW says hinders the company from reacting to trends and reaching millennial shoppers.
News & Analysis
Cartier, Rolex and Omega Lead Swiss Rankings for Fine Watches
A Swiss industry group has published the findings of the first comprehensive effort to classify high-end Swiss brands in a business where the perception of exclusivity equals all-important bragging rights.
Cartier, Rolex and Omega Lead Swiss Rankings for Fine Watches
A Swiss industry group has published the findings of the first comprehensive effort to classify high-end Swiss brands in a business where the perception of exclusivity equals all-important bragging rights.
Luxury
Tiffany's Profit Rises on Strong Demand in Japan, China
The company has been struggling to lift sales, particularly in the Americas - its biggest market - as shoppers shift to cheaper and chic brands, and spend lesser on accessories.
Tiffany's Profit Rises on Strong Demand in Japan, China
The company has been struggling to lift sales, particularly in the Americas - its biggest market - as shoppers shift to cheaper and chic brands, and spend lesser on accessories.
Luxury
Will Lab-Grown Stones Save or Sink the Troubled Diamond Market?
With the help of a network of close-knit fashion insiders, start-ups like Diamond Foundry and Vrai & Oro are betting that manmade stones will re-energise the diamond market.
Will Lab-Grown Stones Save or Sink the Troubled Diamond Market?
With the help of a network of close-knit fashion insiders, start-ups like Diamond Foundry and Vrai & Oro are betting that manmade stones will re-energise the diamond market.
Retail
News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.
News Bites | Italy Launches Green Carpet Fashion Awards, What Next for Tiffany?
In today's News Bites, Italy launches a celebration of its ethical and sustainable manufacturing industry, and a sign that Tiffany needs to chart a new path forward.
News & Analysis
Tiffany to Add Directors in Deal With Activist Hedge Fund Jana
The company said it would add Roger Farah, a former co-chief executive of Tory Burch, and James Lillie, a former CEO of Jarden Corp, to its board.
Tiffany to Add Directors in Deal With Activist Hedge Fund Jana
The company said it would add Roger Farah, a former co-chief executive of Tory Burch, and James Lillie, a former CEO of Jarden Corp, to its board.
Luxury
Tiffany Could Learn a Lot From Lady Gaga
Tiffany must leave its comfort zone and move faster than it's used to, truly embracing change rather than just showing ads about it.
Tiffany Could Learn a Lot From Lady Gaga
Tiffany must leave its comfort zone and move faster than it's used to, truly embracing change rather than just showing ads about it.
News & Analysis
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
The New Tiffany & Co. Needs Women
"As the storied brand comes off a sluggish decade, it’s looking to the 'self-purchasing woman' to save it."
China
Gold Goes Cold Turkey as Chinese Stop Buying for Year of Rooster
Prices have dropped 2.7 percent in the past four days, cutting the year’s gains in half.
Gold Goes Cold Turkey as Chinese Stop Buying for Year of Rooster
Prices have dropped 2.7 percent in the past four days, cutting the year’s gains in half.
News & Analysis
Tiffany Appoints Reed Krakoff as Chief Artistic Officer
Reed Krakoff will join the troubled American jewellery brand in February.
Tiffany Appoints Reed Krakoff as Chief Artistic Officer
Reed Krakoff will join the troubled American jewellery brand in February.
News & Analysis
Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.
Can Francesca Amfitheatrof Save Tiffany?
Tiffany has cut profit forecasts and share prices have fallen and annual sales have hovered at just over $4 billion since 2014.
China
Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials
Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.
Diamonds, Not Marriage, Are Forever for China’s Millennials
Millennial women spent about $26 billion on diamond jewellery in 2015 in the world’s four main markets, acquiring more than any other generation.
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.