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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Renowned Fashion Photographer Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Model
"The lawsuit described actions by Weber that made Boyce 'clearly uncomfortable' under the guise of furthering his modeling career."
Renowned Fashion Photographer Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Model
"The lawsuit described actions by Weber that made Boyce 'clearly uncomfortable' under the guise of furthering his modeling career."
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Lingerie Startup Settles FTC Suit over Deceptive Subscriptions
An investigation into Adore Me last year uncovered customer grievances alleging that the company made it difficult to unsubscribe from the service.
Lingerie Startup Settles FTC Suit over Deceptive Subscriptions
An investigation into Adore Me last year uncovered customer grievances alleging that the company made it difficult to unsubscribe from the service.
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Aquazzura Settles Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Ivanka Trump
The lawsuit, filed in 2016, said Trump copied the design of the Italian brand's $785 "Wild Thing" shoe for her own discount "Hettie" model, which sold for $130.
Aquazzura Settles Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Ivanka Trump
The lawsuit, filed in 2016, said Trump copied the design of the Italian brand's $785 "Wild Thing" shoe for her own discount "Hettie" model, which sold for $130.
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Amazon Given $294 Million Bill in EU Tax Crackdown
Amazon has become the latest US giant to run afoul of the bloc’s tough rules on government subsidies, while the EU announced it is suing Ireland for failing to recover last year’s record $15.3 billion bill from Apple Inc.
Amazon Given $294 Million Bill in EU Tax Crackdown
Amazon has become the latest US giant to run afoul of the bloc’s tough rules on government subsidies, while the EU announced it is suing Ireland for failing to recover last year’s record $15.3 billion bill from Apple Inc.
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Estée Lauder Sued for Discriminating Against New Fathers
The company’s parental leave policy allows new fathers to take two weeks of paid leave, while new mothers get six weeks, according to a lawsuit filed with the US Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.
Estée Lauder Sued for Discriminating Against New Fathers
The company’s parental leave policy allows new fathers to take two weeks of paid leave, while new mothers get six weeks, according to a lawsuit filed with the US Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.
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Tiffany & Co May Recover $19.4 Million in Case Against Costco
A federal judge has ordered Costco to pay at least $19.4 million in damages to Tiffany & Co over the illegal sale of counterfeit diamond engagement rings bearing the "Tiffany" name.
Tiffany & Co May Recover $19.4 Million in Case Against Costco
A federal judge has ordered Costco to pay at least $19.4 million in damages to Tiffany & Co over the illegal sale of counterfeit diamond engagement rings bearing the "Tiffany" name.
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Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.
Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.
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Jenner Sisters' Label Says Only Two Tupac Shakur T-shirts Sold
The Kendall + Kylie brand released a statement in response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed Friday.
Jenner Sisters' Label Says Only Two Tupac Shakur T-shirts Sold
The Kendall + Kylie brand released a statement in response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed Friday.
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EU Court to Weigh In on Luxury Brands' Attempts to Ban Online Sales
Owners of luxury brands have been fighting with online retailers for the last decade, arguing that they should have the right to choose who distributes their products to protect their luxury image and exclusivity.
EU Court to Weigh In on Luxury Brands' Attempts to Ban Online Sales
Owners of luxury brands have been fighting with online retailers for the last decade, arguing that they should have the right to choose who distributes their products to protect their luxury image and exclusivity.
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Lawsuit: Tiffany Pushed Out Employee with Cancer Mutation
Tiffany & Co. is fighting the lawsuit and said it believes the allegations are "completely without merit."
Lawsuit: Tiffany Pushed Out Employee with Cancer Mutation
Tiffany & Co. is fighting the lawsuit and said it believes the allegations are "completely without merit."
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Carolina Herrera is Suing Oscar de la Renta over Hiring of Monse Designer
"The fashion house hopes to block Laura Kim, former House of Herrera consultant and co-founder of Monse, from joining Oscar de la Renta until April."
Carolina Herrera is Suing Oscar de la Renta over Hiring of Monse Designer
"The fashion house hopes to block Laura Kim, former House of Herrera consultant and co-founder of Monse, from joining Oscar de la Renta until April."
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Social Goods | Tamara Mellon Sues Jimmy Choo, Philip Green Under Fire, Modest Models
This week, Tamara Mellon filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Choo, while UK lawmakers turned up the heat on Sir Philip Green.
Social Goods | Tamara Mellon Sues Jimmy Choo, Philip Green Under Fire, Modest Models
This week, Tamara Mellon filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Choo, while UK lawmakers turned up the heat on Sir Philip Green.
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.