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.
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Can the Subscription Box Model Be Saved?
Beauty and clothing subscription boxes saw a surge in new customers during Covid-19. Can they navigate the business model's high costs and low retention levels?
Can the Subscription Box Model Be Saved?
Beauty and clothing subscription boxes saw a surge in new customers during Covid-19. Can they navigate the business model's high costs and low retention levels?
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Nike’s First Shoe Subscription, Two Years in the Making, Is Here
"Nike Adventure Club will send kids new shoes at regular intervals—but it’s what happens when they grow out of them that Nike hopes will appeal to
Nike’s First Shoe Subscription, Two Years in the Making, Is Here
"Nike Adventure Club will send kids new shoes at regular intervals—but it’s what happens when they grow out of them that Nike hopes will appeal to
Beauty
Why Makeup Brands Are Selling Mystery Bags
Inspired by a traditional Japanese custom, popular beauty brands like Colourpop, Tatcha and Charlotte Tilbury are selling mysterious ‘lucky bags’ filled with products. But are shoppers being duped?
Why Makeup Brands Are Selling Mystery Bags
Inspired by a traditional Japanese custom, popular beauty brands like Colourpop, Tatcha and Charlotte Tilbury are selling mysterious ‘lucky bags’ filled with products. But are shoppers being duped?
Retail
J.C. Penney Pulls Plug on Clothing Subscription Service
The subscription service, introduced in December 2017 in partnership with Bombfell, works in a similar way to Stitch Fix.
J.C. Penney Pulls Plug on Clothing Subscription Service
The subscription service, introduced in December 2017 in partnership with Bombfell, works in a similar way to Stitch Fix.
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Retail
Mall Brands Are Entering the Rental Market. Can the Model Work?
Retailers including Ann Taylor and Express are testing monthly subscription services as a complement to their sales model. Is the mass consumer ready for the rental model?
Mall Brands Are Entering the Rental Market. Can the Model Work?
Retailers including Ann Taylor and Express are testing monthly subscription services as a complement to their sales model. Is the mass consumer ready for the rental model?
Luxury
How Floristry Became a Fashion Business
As the business of flowers becomes increasingly trend-driven and social media savvy, fashion folk are tapping the opportunity.
How Floristry Became a Fashion Business
As the business of flowers becomes increasingly trend-driven and social media savvy, fashion folk are tapping the opportunity.
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The Subscription Box That Knows More About You Than You Do
"The company sees itself as a service that allows customers to experiment with new trends, try things they’re unsure about, and add options to their
The Subscription Box That Knows More About You Than You Do
"The company sees itself as a service that allows customers to experiment with new trends, try things they’re unsure about, and add options to their
News & Analysis
Consumer Goods Firms Plot New Paths Amid E-Commerce Boom
So far, most have focused on selling through websites of "e-tailers" or traditional retailers, but companies including Nestle, Diageo and Unilever are experimenting with other models such as delivery on demand and subscriptions with automatic replenishment.
Consumer Goods Firms Plot New Paths Amid E-Commerce Boom
So far, most have focused on selling through websites of "e-tailers" or traditional retailers, but companies including Nestle, Diageo and Unilever are experimenting with other models such as delivery on demand and subscriptions with automatic replenishment.
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Technology
Is Stitch Fix the Goldilocks of Fashion?
With data science at its core, the San Francisco-based startup aims to offer fashion that’s ‘just right’ for every customer.
Is Stitch Fix the Goldilocks of Fashion?
With data science at its core, the San Francisco-based startup aims to offer fashion that’s ‘just right’ for every customer.
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Will Subscription Services Work for Fashion?
Netflix, Spotify and Birchbox have tapped subscription services to build businesses with predictable revenue streams and loyal consumers. But for fashion companies, subscriptions present a unique set of challenges.
Will Subscription Services Work for Fashion?
Netflix, Spotify and Birchbox have tapped subscription services to build businesses with predictable revenue streams and loyal consumers. But for fashion companies, subscriptions present a unique set of challenges.
The News in Brief
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.
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.