Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
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Financial Markets
What's Next for Alexander Wang’s Democratic Empire?
Over the last ten years, Alexander Wang has built a fashion empire with a brand architecture that defies the conventions of traditional luxury strategy. What's his plan for the next decade of his own label?
What's Next for Alexander Wang’s Democratic Empire?
Over the last ten years, Alexander Wang has built a fashion empire with a brand architecture that defies the conventions of traditional luxury strategy. What's his plan for the next decade of his own label?
China
The China Edit | H&M Voices Confidence, 'Notorious' Taobao, Luxury Spending
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
The China Edit | H&M Voices Confidence, 'Notorious' Taobao, Luxury Spending
The China Edit is a weekly curation of the most important fashion business news and analysis from and about the world’s largest luxury market.
Workplace & Talent
Robbie Myers Breaks Down the DNA of Elle
The editor-in-chief of Elle US reflects on 15 years at the helm of the title, what makes a strong magazine and the rise of fashion as the fourth pillar of popular culture.
Robbie Myers Breaks Down the DNA of Elle
The editor-in-chief of Elle US reflects on 15 years at the helm of the title, what makes a strong magazine and the rise of fashion as the fourth pillar of popular culture.
Retail
In Paris, Faith Connexion Challenges Fashion Gospel
Widely rumoured to be the latest project of Christophe Decarnin, who remains behind the scenes, the buzzy Paris brand is turning the accepted wisdom of star designers, monobrand boutiques and seasonal collections on its head.
In Paris, Faith Connexion Challenges Fashion Gospel
Widely rumoured to be the latest project of Christophe Decarnin, who remains behind the scenes, the buzzy Paris brand is turning the accepted wisdom of star designers, monobrand boutiques and seasonal collections on its head.
News & Analysis
Paris Newcomer Koché Collides Couture and Streetwear
This month, our Spotlight shines on Christelle Kocher, whose one-year-old streetwear-inflected brand Koché is tapping couture techniques.
Paris Newcomer Koché Collides Couture and Streetwear
This month, our Spotlight shines on Christelle Kocher, whose one-year-old streetwear-inflected brand Koché is tapping couture techniques.
Marketing
How Beauty Brands Tap Backstage and Beyond
Hair and makeup companies are turning fashion week partnerships into powerful brand marketing tools.
How Beauty Brands Tap Backstage and Beyond
Hair and makeup companies are turning fashion week partnerships into powerful brand marketing tools.
Technology
Who's Winning the Fashion E-Commerce Race?
Fashion e-commerce is heating up. In a race between luxury incumbents, ‘pure play’ e-tailers and a slew of upstarts with new business models, who will come out ahead?
Who's Winning the Fashion E-Commerce Race?
Fashion e-commerce is heating up. In a race between luxury incumbents, ‘pure play’ e-tailers and a slew of upstarts with new business models, who will come out ahead?
News & Analysis
Carine Roitfeld Reborn
In her post-Vogue incarnation, the multi-tasking muse, grandmother, stylist, editor and entrepreneur feels more liberated to be herself.
Carine Roitfeld Reborn
In her post-Vogue incarnation, the multi-tasking muse, grandmother, stylist, editor and entrepreneur feels more liberated to be herself.
Luxury
Reinventing Gucci
Marco Bizzarri, president and CEO of Gucci, speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about the reinvention of a superbrand.
Reinventing Gucci
Marco Bizzarri, president and CEO of Gucci, speaks exclusively to Imran Amed about the reinvention of a superbrand.
News & Analysis
Adidas Investors Push for External Chief to Replace Hainer
As Adidas AG’s search for a new leader enters its eighth month, some investors say that only an outsider can provide the shakeup the sportswear maker needs to close its longstanding gap with Nike Inc.
Adidas Investors Push for External Chief to Replace Hainer
As Adidas AG’s search for a new leader enters its eighth month, some investors say that only an outsider can provide the shakeup the sportswear maker needs to close its longstanding gap with Nike Inc.
Marketing
Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
Unlocking the Enigma of Iran
Iran is on the verge of a diplomatic breakthrough with the West. But after decades of sanctions, fatwas and hostile relations, how promising is its fashion market?
News & Analysis
The Image-Masters Behind Hood By Air
Shayne Oliver’s Hood by Air has unleashed one of the most compelling new looks in fashion. But the aesthetic — not Oliver’s alone — is the result of an alliance of image-savvy collaborators.
The Image-Masters Behind Hood By Air
Shayne Oliver’s Hood by Air has unleashed one of the most compelling new looks in fashion. But the aesthetic — not Oliver’s alone — is the result of an alliance of image-savvy collaborators.
The News in Brief
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.