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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LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
Beauty
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.
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.
Workplace & Talent
How Fashion Schools Are Recruiting a Sceptical Generation
Schools are updating curricula, strengthening ties with industry and expanding career support. But educators say success still depends on what students do with those opportunities.
How Fashion Schools Are Recruiting a Sceptical Generation
Schools are updating curricula, strengthening ties with industry and expanding career support. But educators say success still depends on what students do with those opportunities.
Luxury
Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO
The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.
Chanel Appoints Hélène de Tissot CFO
The former Pernod Ricard finance executive will start at Chanel in October and officially take up the role of chief financial officer in January, replacing Philippe Blondiaux.
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Luxury
Kate Spade Names Jonathan Saunders Executive Creative Director
After years without a single creative leader, the Tapestry-owned brand is betting the Alexander McQueen and Calvin Klein alum can help reignite growth and sharpen its identity.
Kate Spade Names Jonathan Saunders Executive Creative Director
After years without a single creative leader, the Tapestry-owned brand is betting the Alexander McQueen and Calvin Klein alum can help reignite growth and sharpen its identity.
Luxury
Bottega Veneta Taps LVMH Fragrance Chief Romain Spitzer As CEO
Spitzer, a 20-year veteran of LVMH’s fragrance division, is joining the Kering-owned leather goods house after a lengthy CEO search.
Bottega Veneta Taps LVMH Fragrance Chief Romain Spitzer As CEO
Spitzer, a 20-year veteran of LVMH’s fragrance division, is joining the Kering-owned leather goods house after a lengthy CEO search.
Technology
Can Brands Replace Outside Consultants With AI?
As more fashion companies turn to generative artificial intelligence for tasks such as research and analysis, they’re reassessing which outside expertise is still necessary and worth paying for.
Can Brands Replace Outside Consultants With AI?
As more fashion companies turn to generative artificial intelligence for tasks such as research and analysis, they’re reassessing which outside expertise is still necessary and worth paying for.
Retail
Report: Shein Executive Chairman to Step Down as IPO Nears Completion
Donald Tang, who has acted as the Western representative of secretive Shein founder Sky Xu, will transition to a senior adviser role.
Report: Shein Executive Chairman to Step Down as IPO Nears Completion
Donald Tang, who has acted as the Western representative of secretive Shein founder Sky Xu, will transition to a senior adviser role.
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Estée Lauder Boosts Cost of Restructuring Moves to $1.75 Billion
The US conglomerate forecasts restructuring costs of $1.75 billion, up from $1.55 billion previously, owing to job cuts and workforce reductions in addition to other expenses.
Estée Lauder Boosts Cost of Restructuring Moves to $1.75 Billion
The US conglomerate forecasts restructuring costs of $1.75 billion, up from $1.55 billion previously, owing to job cuts and workforce reductions in addition to other expenses.
Luxury
Tory Burch Names First Chief Brand Officer
Klitos Teklos previously held creative leadership roles at Sol de Janeiro, Estée Lauder Companies and Air Paris.
Tory Burch Names First Chief Brand Officer
Klitos Teklos previously held creative leadership roles at Sol de Janeiro, Estée Lauder Companies and Air Paris.
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Jones Road CEO Cody Plofker Steps Down
The marketing executive and son of founder Bobbi Brown announced his departure from the makeup and skincare label after a year and a half at the helm.
Jones Road CEO Cody Plofker Steps Down
The marketing executive and son of founder Bobbi Brown announced his departure from the makeup and skincare label after a year and a half at the helm.
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Kiko Milano Names Global Executive Vice President of Brand
Marcello Mastrogiacomo joins the Italian cosmetics label from Gucci to lead global brand, communications and media.
Kiko Milano Names Global Executive Vice President of Brand
Marcello Mastrogiacomo joins the Italian cosmetics label from Gucci to lead global brand, communications and media.
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.