Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
legal
Luxury
Facebook, Instagram Are Hot Spots for Fake Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Chanel
The Meta-owned social media sites have become key marketplaces for counterfeit luxury goods.
Facebook, Instagram Are Hot Spots for Fake Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Chanel
The Meta-owned social media sites have become key marketplaces for counterfeit luxury goods.
Technology
Nike Sues StockX for Selling Sneaker NFTs
Sneaker giant Nike sued online reseller StockX in New York federal court on Thursday for selling unauthorised images of Nike shoes, marking the latest lawsuit over digital assets known as non-fungible tokens.
Nike Sues StockX for Selling Sneaker NFTs
Sneaker giant Nike sued online reseller StockX in New York federal court on Thursday for selling unauthorised images of Nike shoes, marking the latest lawsuit over digital assets known as non-fungible tokens.
Technology
Why Hermès Probably Can’t Stop the MetaBirkin
Even if the luxury brand wins its case against the creator of the virtual interpretations of its famed bag, the NFTs can’t be erased, at least not in any conventional sense.
Why Hermès Probably Can’t Stop the MetaBirkin
Even if the luxury brand wins its case against the creator of the virtual interpretations of its famed bag, the NFTs can’t be erased, at least not in any conventional sense.
Sustainability
Op-Ed | New York’s Fashion Act? More Like Fashion Won’t Act.
Proposed legislation targeting the social and environmental impact of brands doing business in the State of New York doesn’t go far enough, argues Beth Esponnette.
Op-Ed | New York’s Fashion Act? More Like Fashion Won’t Act.
Proposed legislation targeting the social and environmental impact of brands doing business in the State of New York doesn’t go far enough, argues Beth Esponnette.
Topics
Advocacy Groups Push to Toughen New York Fashion Act
A group of 20 human rights, labour and fashion sustainability organisations are lobbying to extend the proposed legislation’s reach beyond greater disclosure.
Advocacy Groups Push to Toughen New York Fashion Act
A group of 20 human rights, labour and fashion sustainability organisations are lobbying to extend the proposed legislation’s reach beyond greater disclosure.
Workplace & Talent
Retail Employees Are Under Attack. Here’s What Brands Can Do
Fashion brands will need to think beyond barebones safety protocols as they scramble to fix a problem that’s only getting worse as the pandemic drags on.
Retail Employees Are Under Attack. Here’s What Brands Can Do
Fashion brands will need to think beyond barebones safety protocols as they scramble to fix a problem that’s only getting worse as the pandemic drags on.
China
Brands Struggle to Navigate China’s New Data Privacy Law
The Personal Information Protection Law restricts companies’ ability to use data to market to consumers, leading to increased costs and operational complexity for foreign brands.
Brands Struggle to Navigate China’s New Data Privacy Law
The Personal Information Protection Law restricts companies’ ability to use data to market to consumers, leading to increased costs and operational complexity for foreign brands.
Retail
Djokovic Sponsor Lacoste to Contact Tennis Star to Review Events in Australia
“As soon as possible, we will be in touch with Novak Djokovic to review the events that have accompanied his presence in Australia,” Lacoste said in an emailed statement.
Djokovic Sponsor Lacoste to Contact Tennis Star to Review Events in Australia
“As soon as possible, we will be in touch with Novak Djokovic to review the events that have accompanied his presence in Australia,” Lacoste said in an emailed statement.
Sustainability
Op-Ed | Why I Support New York’s Fashion Act
Voluntary corporate action to address fashion’s social and environmental impact is not working, argues Ken Pucker.
Op-Ed | Why I Support New York’s Fashion Act
Voluntary corporate action to address fashion’s social and environmental impact is not working, argues Ken Pucker.
Topics
SMCP Appoints New Board Chairman Following Reshuffle
Christophe Cuvillier will step into the role, following a vote last week to dismiss five board members associated with former majority owner Ruyi Group.
SMCP Appoints New Board Chairman Following Reshuffle
Christophe Cuvillier will step into the role, following a vote last week to dismiss five board members associated with former majority owner Ruyi Group.
Luxury
Hermès Sues NFT Creator Over ‘MetaBirkin’ Sales
The French leather goods giant alleges trademark infringement and dilutive use of the iconic Birkin name.
Hermès Sues NFT Creator Over ‘MetaBirkin’ Sales
The French leather goods giant alleges trademark infringement and dilutive use of the iconic Birkin name.
Retail
On Vaccine Mandates, the Ball’s Back in Retailers’ Court
This week, everyone will be talking about how retailers approach the question of unvaccinated employees, plus the men’s shows in Milan and Paris.
On Vaccine Mandates, the Ball’s Back in Retailers’ Court
This week, everyone will be talking about how retailers approach the question of unvaccinated employees, plus the men’s shows in Milan and Paris.
The News in Brief
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.
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.