Converse CEO Pledges Review Over Ad Critics Say Evoked KKK
The head of Converse promised to review internal processes and told employees he will make any necessary changes in an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.
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Emotional luxury, Sportwear rules in Paris, Authentic artisans, Luisa Via Roma's new turn, Click chicks
What will be a luxury in the future? (BBC) "The traditions of old luxury - the luxury of things - are awfully dull for new consumers. They want to be
Emotional luxury, Sportwear rules in Paris, Authentic artisans, Luisa Via Roma's new turn, Click chicks
What will be a luxury in the future? (BBC) "The traditions of old luxury - the luxury of things - are awfully dull for new consumers. They want to be
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Mining luxury in Mongolia, Surfer dudes in Paris, Made in China, Uniqlo and Jil Sander to part ways, Cardin’s world
The Luxury Frontier (WSJ) "What happens when a country previously hindered by vastness and foreign rule awakens to wealth on its doorstep? With Louis
Mining luxury in Mongolia, Surfer dudes in Paris, Made in China, Uniqlo and Jil Sander to part ways, Cardin’s world
The Luxury Frontier (WSJ) "What happens when a country previously hindered by vastness and foreign rule awakens to wealth on its doorstep? With Louis
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Puig’s unique approach, Mining the mid market, Moncler delays IPO, Luxe looks strong, Todd Lynn goes to Ascot
Spain's Puig Group succeeds by swimming against the stream (FT) "Puig is an anomaly in the luxury market in a number of ways. It is the only Spanish
Puig’s unique approach, Mining the mid market, Moncler delays IPO, Luxe looks strong, Todd Lynn goes to Ascot
Spain's Puig Group succeeds by swimming against the stream (FT) "Puig is an anomaly in the luxury market in a number of ways. It is the only Spanish
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Luxury optimism, Long live the it bag, Hermès sells Jean Paul Gaultier stake, Prada’s naysayers, Face of the future
Luxury goods set for another record year (Reuters) "The outlook for the luxury goods market has improved significantly in recent months, boosted by a
Luxury optimism, Long live the it bag, Hermès sells Jean Paul Gaultier stake, Prada’s naysayers, Face of the future
Luxury goods set for another record year (Reuters) "The outlook for the luxury goods market has improved significantly in recent months, boosted by a
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Innovation on the surface, Galliano crisis at Dior, Ferré expansion, Training tailors, Middle East impact
Surface Attraction (IHT) "Sculpted shapes, clean lines and modernist architecture — why is the fashion 'streamlining' of today any different from its
Innovation on the surface, Galliano crisis at Dior, Ferré expansion, Training tailors, Middle East impact
Surface Attraction (IHT) "Sculpted shapes, clean lines and modernist architecture — why is the fashion 'streamlining' of today any different from its
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Old is new again, China at the fore in 2020, Investing in Italy’s jewels, A virtual fit, Cat in the hat is back
This Old Thing? Actually, It's New (NY Times) "'People used to laugh at me when I tried to sell these kinds of clothes when I started'... said Alicia
Old is new again, China at the fore in 2020, Investing in Italy’s jewels, A virtual fit, Cat in the hat is back
This Old Thing? Actually, It's New (NY Times) "'People used to laugh at me when I tried to sell these kinds of clothes when I started'... said Alicia
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Return of big spenders, Issa’s Royal moment, Facebook commerce, Prada profits triple, Bruce Weber looks back
Big spenders returning to the luxury fold (Globe and Mail) "In the depth of the recession, Tiffany & Co. struggled to sell $3,200 diamond earrings
Return of big spenders, Issa’s Royal moment, Facebook commerce, Prada profits triple, Bruce Weber looks back
Big spenders returning to the luxury fold (Globe and Mail) "In the depth of the recession, Tiffany & Co. struggled to sell $3,200 diamond earrings
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The future of heritage, Luring Chinese consumers, Contradictory market reports, Asos profits soar, Pugh to Pitti
Heritage Luxury: Past Becomes the Future (IHT) "The subject of heritage is red-hot because, faced with fierce global competition, brands have to
The future of heritage, Luring Chinese consumers, Contradictory market reports, Asos profits soar, Pugh to Pitti
Heritage Luxury: Past Becomes the Future (IHT) "The subject of heritage is red-hot because, faced with fierce global competition, brands have to
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Murky outlook, PPR beats estimates, Chanel’s US recovery, M-commerce grows at Rue La La, Theyskens and Rosen Q&A
Luxury market faces spending drought through 2020 (Luxury Daily) "The tough economy has permanently reined in the purchasing habits of the current
Murky outlook, PPR beats estimates, Chanel’s US recovery, M-commerce grows at Rue La La, Theyskens and Rosen Q&A
Luxury market faces spending drought through 2020 (Luxury Daily) "The tough economy has permanently reined in the purchasing habits of the current
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Bling is back, Zegna profits grow, Armani interactive, Augmented reality marketing, Chinese models rising
Bling is back (The Economist) "The strength of the recovery was a surprise.... Big brands such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès are the main winners. With
Bling is back, Zegna profits grow, Armani interactive, Augmented reality marketing, Chinese models rising
Bling is back (The Economist) "The strength of the recovery was a surprise.... Big brands such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès are the main winners. With
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Reinventing Savile Row, Luxe boom to slow, Marc Jacobs' chinoiserie, Elite buyer reviews, Boys to men
Reinventing Savile Row (WWD) "Faced with constant pressure from the bottom end of the market, such as low-cost operations that claim to offer
Reinventing Savile Row, Luxe boom to slow, Marc Jacobs' chinoiserie, Elite buyer reviews, Boys to men
Reinventing Savile Row (WWD) "Faced with constant pressure from the bottom end of the market, such as low-cost operations that claim to offer
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Lunch with Phoebe Philo, Luxe rebound, Holiday E-commerce, American Apparel’s new hire, Campaign for wool
Lunch with the FT: Phoebe Philo (FT) "Everyone was looking at me, and competition is fiercer because of what happened with the economy, but I also
Lunch with Phoebe Philo, Luxe rebound, Holiday E-commerce, American Apparel’s new hire, Campaign for wool
Lunch with the FT: Phoebe Philo (FT) "Everyone was looking at me, and competition is fiercer because of what happened with the economy, but I also
The News in Brief
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
Asos Names Law Roach ‘Stylist in Residence’
Online fashion retailer Asos has brought on celebrity stylist Law Roach to bring his creative lens and styling approach to its campaigns and recently relaunched magazine.
Boohoo’s New Chairman Stirs Controversy as Broker Drops Coverage
The online clothing retailer, which rebranded as Debenhams Group last year, said Friday that Iain McDonald had taken over from Tim Morris with immediate effect in a move aimed at ‘rebuilding equity value.’
Luxury Perfume Line Roja London Acquired by Extravaganza Beauty
Master perfumer and founder Roja Dove will remain with the brand in a new consultancy role.
UK Retail Sales Bounce Back With 0.5% Gain in August
Warm weather and a brighter national mood helped lift spending on clothing and household goods despite rising energy bills.
EssilorLuxottica Gets Rare Sell Call Amid Stock Slump, AI Glasses Concerns
Shares in the eyewear giant, one of Europe's best-rated blue chips, have dropped 55 percent since November, while concerns are mounting over slowing growth and privacy issues for its AI glasses with Meta.
Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.