Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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Helly Hanson Is Suing Off-White
The Norwegian sportswear brand alleges that Off-White is intentionally infringing the stripe mark that it began using in the US more than 40 years
Helly Hanson Is Suing Off-White
The Norwegian sportswear brand alleges that Off-White is intentionally infringing the stripe mark that it began using in the US more than 40 years
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Tapestry Sues Executive Who Accused Former Stuart Weitzman Creative Director of Sexual Harassment
The company says Thomas Gibb violated his employment agreement by being involved in another footwear brand. The former footwear executive filed a complaint against Stuart Weitzman’s former creative director Giovanni Morelli in May.
Tapestry Sues Executive Who Accused Former Stuart Weitzman Creative Director of Sexual Harassment
The company says Thomas Gibb violated his employment agreement by being involved in another footwear brand. The former footwear executive filed a complaint against Stuart Weitzman’s former creative director Giovanni Morelli in May.
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Stuart Weitzman Exec Sues Tapestry, Morelli Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
The executive claimed in a lawsuit that he endured "numerous unwanted touchings and endless comments" from Morelli, and the conduct continued despite a complaint to human resources.
Stuart Weitzman Exec Sues Tapestry, Morelli Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
The executive claimed in a lawsuit that he endured "numerous unwanted touchings and endless comments" from Morelli, and the conduct continued despite a complaint to human resources.
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US Court Protects Adidas' Stan Smith Shoe from Skechers
A US court said that Adidas can protect its famous Stan Smith tennis shoe against an alleged Skechers copy, but that Skechers could sell another shoe mimicking Adidas' familiar "three-stripe" design.
US Court Protects Adidas' Stan Smith Shoe from Skechers
A US court said that Adidas can protect its famous Stan Smith tennis shoe against an alleged Skechers copy, but that Skechers could sell another shoe mimicking Adidas' familiar "three-stripe" design.
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Patagonia v. Trump
"The outdoor retailer has supported grass-roots environmental activists for decades. Now it is suing the president in a bid to protect Bears Ears
Patagonia v. Trump
"The outdoor retailer has supported grass-roots environmental activists for decades. Now it is suing the president in a bid to protect Bears Ears
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Gucci and Guess End Nine-Year Trademark Dispute
Gucci’s court battle with Guess over who has rights to the famous “G” trademark has finally come to an end.
Gucci and Guess End Nine-Year Trademark Dispute
Gucci’s court battle with Guess over who has rights to the famous “G” trademark has finally come to an end.
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LVMH Faces $10 Million Suit by Makeup Artist
The makeup artist Sammy Mourabit is suing LVMH for ‘fraudulent inducement to contract’ after the French group allegedly cancelled an agreement to join cosmetics brand Make Up For Ever as global artistic director.
LVMH Faces $10 Million Suit by Makeup Artist
The makeup artist Sammy Mourabit is suing LVMH for ‘fraudulent inducement to contract’ after the French group allegedly cancelled an agreement to join cosmetics brand Make Up For Ever as global artistic director.
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Levi Strauss Sues Kenzo
The jeans maker accused the LVMH brand of trademark infringement for putting tabs on its pants pockets, including in a new clothing line featuring singer Britney Spears.
Levi Strauss Sues Kenzo
The jeans maker accused the LVMH brand of trademark infringement for putting tabs on its pants pockets, including in a new clothing line featuring singer Britney Spears.
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Hedi Slimane Wins $11.5 Million From Saint Laurent
A French court ruled the designer had been underpaid by as much as €9.3 million after taxes by Saint Laurent-owner Kering for his last year of service at the brand.
Hedi Slimane Wins $11.5 Million From Saint Laurent
A French court ruled the designer had been underpaid by as much as €9.3 million after taxes by Saint Laurent-owner Kering for his last year of service at the brand.
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Suit Dropped Over Kylie and Kendall Jenner's Tupac T-Shirts
A document filed in federal court Wednesday says that both parties are asking a judge to dismiss the suit brought by Michael Miller against the Kendall + Kylie label.
Suit Dropped Over Kylie and Kendall Jenner's Tupac T-Shirts
A document filed in federal court Wednesday says that both parties are asking a judge to dismiss the suit brought by Michael Miller against the Kendall + Kylie label.
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France Files Complaint Against Amazon for Abuse of Dominant Position
The Economy Ministry is seeking a fine of €10 million against Amazon for imposing unbalanced relations to its vendors.
France Files Complaint Against Amazon for Abuse of Dominant Position
The Economy Ministry is seeking a fine of €10 million against Amazon for imposing unbalanced relations to its vendors.
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Allbirds Sues Steve Madden
The young startup is suing the footwear giant for trade dress infringement, alleging Steve Madden copied its signature wool runners.
Allbirds Sues Steve Madden
The young startup is suing the footwear giant for trade dress infringement, alleging Steve Madden copied its signature wool runners.
The News in Brief
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.