Puig Acquires Sun Care Brand Isdin
The conglomerate bought its former partner’s 50 percent share to take full ownership of the Spanish skincare label.
leadership
Marketing
How to Sell Aspiration in 2026
From Nike’s controversial Boston Marathon ad to the Met Gala, brands are grappling with how to sell aspiration without alienating people in a politically charged US market. ‘Exclusivity shouldn’t be about shutting people out, but calling the right people in.’
How to Sell Aspiration in 2026
From Nike’s controversial Boston Marathon ad to the Met Gala, brands are grappling with how to sell aspiration without alienating people in a politically charged US market. ‘Exclusivity shouldn’t be about shutting people out, but calling the right people in.’
Beauty
Premium Body Care Brand Uni Appoints New Global CMO
Heather Fisher, former chief marketing officer of Fenty Beauty, has joined the Australian body care brand.
Premium Body Care Brand Uni Appoints New Global CMO
Heather Fisher, former chief marketing officer of Fenty Beauty, has joined the Australian body care brand.
Luxury
LVMH Watch Boss Sees Jean Arnault as Best Candidate for His Role
Jean-Christophe Babin, the head of LVMH’s watch division, said he’s ready for a phased retirement.
LVMH Watch Boss Sees Jean Arnault as Best Candidate for His Role
Jean-Christophe Babin, the head of LVMH’s watch division, said he’s ready for a phased retirement.
Sports
Opinion: Lululemon’s CEO Choice Is a Missed Chance to Pacify Elliott
It’s difficult to see why the company didn’t select investor Elliott’s preferred candidate, Ralph Lauren Corp.’s Jane Nielsen, writes Andrea Felsted.
Opinion: Lululemon’s CEO Choice Is a Missed Chance to Pacify Elliott
It’s difficult to see why the company didn’t select investor Elliott’s preferred candidate, Ralph Lauren Corp.’s Jane Nielsen, writes Andrea Felsted.
Sports
Lululemon Names Former Nike Executive O’Neill Its Next CEO
O’Neill, who was most recently Nike Inc.’s president of consumer, product and brand, will take over as permanent CEO on Sept. 8.
Lululemon Names Former Nike Executive O’Neill Its Next CEO
O’Neill, who was most recently Nike Inc.’s president of consumer, product and brand, will take over as permanent CEO on Sept. 8.
Beauty
Natural Fragrance Brand Abel Appoints New CEO
Following its 2025 relaunch, Dave Shoemack has joined the fragrance house as chief executive, as former CEO and brand founder Frances Shoemack transitions to the role of creative director.
Natural Fragrance Brand Abel Appoints New CEO
Following its 2025 relaunch, Dave Shoemack has joined the fragrance house as chief executive, as former CEO and brand founder Frances Shoemack transitions to the role of creative director.
Luxury
Ferragamo Family Appoints Former Estée Lauder CEO as Strategic Advisor
Fabrizio Freda, who led the beauty group for nearly 16 years before retiring in 2024, will advise on strategic decisions and on strengthening operations at the Ferragamo Group and the family’s other businesses.
Ferragamo Family Appoints Former Estée Lauder CEO as Strategic Advisor
Fabrizio Freda, who led the beauty group for nearly 16 years before retiring in 2024, will advise on strategic decisions and on strengthening operations at the Ferragamo Group and the family’s other businesses.
Beauty
E.l.f. Beauty Makes C-Suite Changes
Kory Marchisotto has been appointed president of E.l.f. Brands, Ekta Chopra has been tapped as chief technology and AI officer and Oshiya Savur is the company's new CMO.
E.l.f. Beauty Makes C-Suite Changes
Kory Marchisotto has been appointed president of E.l.f. Brands, Ekta Chopra has been tapped as chief technology and AI officer and Oshiya Savur is the company's new CMO.
Luxury
Kering’s Strategy Reveal, Examined
CEO Luca de Meo outlined manufacturing synergies, threw cold water on the group’s Valentino acquisition and shared some stealthy forecasts for Gucci’s growth as part of a sweeping strategy overhaul. Will it work?
Kering’s Strategy Reveal, Examined
CEO Luca de Meo outlined manufacturing synergies, threw cold water on the group’s Valentino acquisition and shared some stealthy forecasts for Gucci’s growth as part of a sweeping strategy overhaul. Will it work?
Luxury
Can Dolce & Gabbana Stay Independent?
The very strategy the Italian luxury house used to maintain its fiercely guarded independence — funding expansion through debt instead of selling equity — is putting pressure on the company as it attempts to navigate a punishing sector-wide slowdown.
Can Dolce & Gabbana Stay Independent?
The very strategy the Italian luxury house used to maintain its fiercely guarded independence — funding expansion through debt instead of selling equity — is putting pressure on the company as it attempts to navigate a punishing sector-wide slowdown.
Luxury
Luca de Meo’s Gucci Challenge
Seven months into his tenure, Kering’s new CEO has stabilised the company’s finances, but his primary challenge remains reviving growth at flagship brand Gucci.
Luca de Meo’s Gucci Challenge
Seven months into his tenure, Kering’s new CEO has stabilised the company’s finances, but his primary challenge remains reviving growth at flagship brand Gucci.
Luxury
Dolce & Gabbana Appoints Stefano Cantino as Co-CEO
The recruitment of the former Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada executive follows the resignation of Stefano Gabbana as chairman in December.
Dolce & Gabbana Appoints Stefano Cantino as Co-CEO
The recruitment of the former Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada executive follows the resignation of Stefano Gabbana as chairman in December.
The News in Brief
Hugo Boss Chairman to Step Down Amid Frasers Group Pressure
Stephan Sturm is stepping down, as the German fashion house's largest shareholder seeks to beef up its board representation alongside its takeover bid for the brand.
CFDA’s Steven Kolb Involved in Altercation with PETA Protestors
The trade body’s president physically restrained animal rights activists after they stormed a Cos runway show at New York Fashion Week.
GQ Philippines Names Danyl Geneciran Editor in Chief
The former Vogue Man Philippines editor will helm GQ’s 23rd international title, whose debut issue features covers starring Darren Criss, Jordan Clarkson and Erwan Heussaff.
Human Made Discloses $3.6 Million Undercover Purchase Price and Long-Term Financial Targets
The Tokyo-listed company will pay $3.6 million in cash for 100 percent of Undercover, with founder Jun Takahashi relinquishing corporate duties to focus solely on design.
Arizona Accuses L’Oréal of Concealing Cancer Risks Linked to Hair Relaxers
The beauty conglomerate faces over 12,000 similar lawsuits filed by individuals that have been consolidated in a Chicago federal court.
Space NK Names New CEO, Andy Lightfoot Steps Down
Chief marketing officer Emma Simpson-Scott will succeed Lightfoot, who is leaving the UK retailer after seven years at the helm.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.