Perfume Maker Givaudan’s Sales Beat Estimates, Tariff Paybacks Weigh on Shares
Givaudan’s second-quarter organic sales came in ahead of market estimates on Thursday, but its shares fell 5 percent on litigation costs and tariff repayments.
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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
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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
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
LVMH Appoints General Manager of Fragrance
Givenchy executive Yann Musquin will lead the group’s fragrance portfolio, succeeding longtime division head Romain Spitzer.
India Changes Rule in Win for Foreign E-Commerce Companies
In a major win for Amazon, which lobbied for the change, the government will allow foreign e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and sell them to overseas customers.
Skincare Brand Prequel Appoints C-Suite
The dermatologist-developed label has named Nathalie Kristo as its first chief executive officer and Toral Patel as chief marketing officer.
Moncler Group Second-Quarter Sales Rise 5% as Stone Island Brand Outperforms
Stone Island’s strong performance helped offset slower growth at the Moncler brand, as the group continues its push to become less dependent on its iconic winter outerwear.
Mulberry Quarterly Sales Jump 23% as Turnaround Gathers Pace
The British luxury handbag maker reported a strong start to fiscal 2027 as CEO Andrea Baldo’s strategy gains traction and the brand gears up for designer Christopher Kane’s runway debut in September.
Phillip Lim Announces New Brand PlayLoveWin
The designer departed his namesake label 3.1 Phillip Lim in November 2024 to pursue personal projects.