Reformation Valued at $886 Million in NYSE Debut
The Permira-backed womenswear retailer and some of its shareholders had raised $211 million in its IPO on Wednesday, with shares opening at $15 apiece.
models
News & Analysis
LVMH and Kering Join Forces to Ban Underweight and Underage Models
The two conglomerates said they had signed a charter for "the well-being of models" that also forbids using girls under the age of 16 to pose as adults for shows or shoots.
LVMH and Kering Join Forces to Ban Underweight and Underage Models
The two conglomerates said they had signed a charter for "the well-being of models" that also forbids using girls under the age of 16 to pose as adults for shows or shoots.
News & Analysis
L'Oréal Sacks Transgender Model After Comments on White People
The French cosmetics giant terminated a contract with its first transgender model after she described all white people as racist on Facebook.
L'Oréal Sacks Transgender Model After Comments on White People
The French cosmetics giant terminated a contract with its first transgender model after she described all white people as racist on Facebook.
Media
Models, the New Power Publishers
Social media has turned fashion models into powerful digital publishers, some of whom have far larger audiences than brands or traditional magazines.
Models, the New Power Publishers
Social media has turned fashion models into powerful digital publishers, some of whom have far larger audiences than brands or traditional magazines.
News & Analysis
News Bites | Lucky Blue Smith Joins IMG, Giambattista Valli and Artémis
In today's News Bites, Lucky Blue Smith joins the IMG roster, while Artémis secures a minority stake in Giambattista Valli.
News Bites | Lucky Blue Smith Joins IMG, Giambattista Valli and Artémis
In today's News Bites, Lucky Blue Smith joins the IMG roster, while Artémis secures a minority stake in Giambattista Valli.
News & Analysis
How Richard Avedon Redefined Beauty with “Dovima with Elephants”— and What Happened Next
"The Queens-born model Dovima became the template for high fashion in the 1950s, before her American Dream tale turned tragic."
How Richard Avedon Redefined Beauty with “Dovima with Elephants”— and What Happened Next
"The Queens-born model Dovima became the template for high fashion in the 1950s, before her American Dream tale turned tragic."
News & Analysis
Top Modelling Agencies Move to LA as 'Hollywood-Adjacent' Talent Flocks to Fashion
"Steven Spielberg's daughter, Mel Gibson's son and Paris Jackson are among the talents joining agencies IMG, Wilhelmina and more setting up shop in
Top Modelling Agencies Move to LA as 'Hollywood-Adjacent' Talent Flocks to Fashion
"Steven Spielberg's daughter, Mel Gibson's son and Paris Jackson are among the talents joining agencies IMG, Wilhelmina and more setting up shop in
News & Analysis
The Kendall Jenner Effect: How Long Can it Last?
Commercial tie-ups with the super-influencer may soon yield diminishing returns.
The Kendall Jenner Effect: How Long Can it Last?
Commercial tie-ups with the super-influencer may soon yield diminishing returns.
News & Analysis
Ashley Brokaw and Ulrikke Hoyer Speak on Louis Vuitton Casting Controversy
The casting director for Sunday's Louis Vuitton Cruise show in Kyoto has answered claims by model Ulrikke Hoyer that she was ordered to 'drink only water' and ultimately sent home for being 'too big.'
Ashley Brokaw and Ulrikke Hoyer Speak on Louis Vuitton Casting Controversy
The casting director for Sunday's Louis Vuitton Cruise show in Kyoto has answered claims by model Ulrikke Hoyer that she was ordered to 'drink only water' and ultimately sent home for being 'too big.'
Sustainability
Social Goods | France Puts Model Rights First, The Real Incentive Behind 'Made in America'
This week, France establishes a new approach to its modelling industry, while innovation — rather than nationalism — fuels a new era of US-based manufacturing.
Social Goods | France Puts Model Rights First, The Real Incentive Behind 'Made in America'
This week, France establishes a new approach to its modelling industry, while innovation — rather than nationalism — fuels a new era of US-based manufacturing.
News & Analysis
Intersex and Proud: Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on Finally Celebrating her Body
"When the Belgian model revealed she was intersex earlier this year, she gave voice to something she’d always been told to hide."
Intersex and Proud: Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on Finally Celebrating her Body
"When the Belgian model revealed she was intersex earlier this year, she gave voice to something she’d always been told to hide."
News & Analysis
A New Generation of Casting Directors Putting Diversity First
Amidst criticism of continued whitewashing, a new generation of casting directors is embracing genuine diversity over tokenism.
A New Generation of Casting Directors Putting Diversity First
Amidst criticism of continued whitewashing, a new generation of casting directors is embracing genuine diversity over tokenism.
Marketing
Kendall Jenner Pepsi Ad Draws Outrage
The latest ad from the soft drinks company drew immediate criticism on Twitter, with civil rights advocates saying it trivialised recent street unrest across the United States.
Kendall Jenner Pepsi Ad Draws Outrage
The latest ad from the soft drinks company drew immediate criticism on Twitter, with civil rights advocates saying it trivialised recent street unrest across the United States.
The News in Brief
Puig Reports First-Half Revenue Growth After Estee Lauder Talks End
The Spanish beauty company reported first-half revenue growth on strong demand for makeup from Charlotte Tilbury.
Canada Goose Beats Revenue Estimates as Demand Holds Up
The outerwear brand beat expectations for first-quarter revenue, but new US tariffs on Canadian could affect future earnings.
Steven Madden Tops Expectations and Lifts Full-Year Outlook
The retailer raised its full-year revenue forecast again as its integration of luxury brand Kurt Geiger last year provided a tailwind.
Reformation and Its Backers Raise $210.9 Million in IPO
The womenswear brand and shareholders including private-equity backer Permira raised new funds in an IPO that priced shares at the bottom of the marketed range.
Adidas Shares Plunge After World Cup Spend Dents Profit
Shares in the company fell the most on record after its marketing outlay for the World Cup resulted in lower-than-expected quarterly profit.
British Fashion Council to Boost UK Fashion Beyond London
The new national initiative, Fashion Britain, aims to increase growth, innovation and participation in the industry across key cities.
Hermès’ Chief Watches China’s Pork Prices to Gauge Luxury Demand
When it comes to gauging the possibility of a sales rebound for his luxury group in China, Hermès executive chairman Axel Dumas turns to an unusual metric.