Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
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Beauty
How Beauty Can Still Woo Venture Capital
Venture capital investments in beauty may be far from their DTC-era peak, but brands are still securing early-stage funds with firms across categories.
How Beauty Can Still Woo Venture Capital
Venture capital investments in beauty may be far from their DTC-era peak, but brands are still securing early-stage funds with firms across categories.
Beauty
AI Fragrance Company Osmo Raises $70 Million
The AI-powered scent design platform will use the funds to expand its team and operations as demand grows for its services.
AI Fragrance Company Osmo Raises $70 Million
The AI-powered scent design platform will use the funds to expand its team and operations as demand grows for its services.
Technology
Phia Raises $35 Million Series A
The round values the Phoebe Gates-co-founded price-comparison platform at $185 million.
Phia Raises $35 Million Series A
The round values the Phoebe Gates-co-founded price-comparison platform at $185 million.
Beauty
Cover FX and Mally Beauty Announce Brand Closures
Parent company AS Beauty is winding down two makeup labels acquired within the past five years.
Cover FX and Mally Beauty Announce Brand Closures
Parent company AS Beauty is winding down two makeup labels acquired within the past five years.
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Technology
Spangle Raises $15 Million Series A
The AI-powered e-commerce software provider is valued at $100 million with its latest funding round.
Spangle Raises $15 Million Series A
The AI-powered e-commerce software provider is valued at $100 million with its latest funding round.
Retail
Ear-Piercing Studios Look to Fill a Claire’s-Sized Hole in the Market
With Claire’s in bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores, there’s a void in the market that startups and a growing number of independent studios hope to fill. They’re turning what used to be a fast and casual procedure into one that prioritises health, hygiene and comfort.
Ear-Piercing Studios Look to Fill a Claire’s-Sized Hole in the Market
With Claire’s in bankruptcy and closing hundreds of stores, there’s a void in the market that startups and a growing number of independent studios hope to fill. They’re turning what used to be a fast and casual procedure into one that prioritises health, hygiene and comfort.
Retail
Whatnot Secures $11.5 Billion Valuation
The live shopping startup on Tuesday announced a $225 million Series F funding round as the platform’s GMV more than doubled in 2025.
Whatnot Secures $11.5 Billion Valuation
The live shopping startup on Tuesday announced a $225 million Series F funding round as the platform’s GMV more than doubled in 2025.
Technology
The Fashion AI Startups to Watch
BoF highlights 17 AI-powered startups that have raised more than $400 million in the last five years by offering design, operation and shopping services that promise to help brands and retailers reduce costs and increase innovation.
The Fashion AI Startups to Watch
BoF highlights 17 AI-powered startups that have raised more than $400 million in the last five years by offering design, operation and shopping services that promise to help brands and retailers reduce costs and increase innovation.
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Creative Class
Natalie Massenet, Erik Torstensson Withdraw Lawsuits Against One Another
The Net-a-Porter founder on Wednesday filed a dismissal of the bombshell lawsuit she filed against her former partner, and Frame denim co-founder, in August.
Natalie Massenet, Erik Torstensson Withdraw Lawsuits Against One Another
The Net-a-Porter founder on Wednesday filed a dismissal of the bombshell lawsuit she filed against her former partner, and Frame denim co-founder, in August.
Technology
AI-Powered Shopping App Secures $8 Million, Hailey Bieber Backing
Phia, a price-comparison platform co-founded by Phoebe Gates, daughter of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, raised a seed round led by prominent venture firm Kleiner Perkins and a host of celebrity backers.
AI-Powered Shopping App Secures $8 Million, Hailey Bieber Backing
Phia, a price-comparison platform co-founded by Phoebe Gates, daughter of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, raised a seed round led by prominent venture firm Kleiner Perkins and a host of celebrity backers.
Retail
Ssense: What Went Wrong
Tariffs were the immediate cause of the Montréal-based company’s decision to file for bankruptcy protection. But insiders tell BoF that the downfall was a long time coming as the online retailer’s formula for appealing to Gen-Z shoppers with indie fashion brands and constant markdowns lost its edge.
Ssense: What Went Wrong
Tariffs were the immediate cause of the Montréal-based company’s decision to file for bankruptcy protection. But insiders tell BoF that the downfall was a long time coming as the online retailer’s formula for appealing to Gen-Z shoppers with indie fashion brands and constant markdowns lost its edge.
Creative Class
Net-a-Porter Founder Sues Ex-Partner for Fraud, Emotional Distress
In a bombshell lawsuit, Natalie Massenet accused Erik Torstensson of fraud, claiming he deceived her into spending $95 million to fund their lifestyle and support his business ventures.
Net-a-Porter Founder Sues Ex-Partner for Fraud, Emotional Distress
In a bombshell lawsuit, Natalie Massenet accused Erik Torstensson of fraud, claiming he deceived her into spending $95 million to fund their lifestyle and support his business ventures.
The News in Brief
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.
L’Oréal Steals French Stock Market Crown From LVMH
The cosmetics group became France’s most valuable listed company on Tuesday, the first time since 2017 that a non-luxury company has claimed the top spot at the end of a trading day.
Authentic Brands Targets Creator Economy, Eyes Public Offering
The licensor could pursue an IPO as early as the first half of next year.
Vogue Mexico and Latin America Editor-in-Chief Karla Martinez de Salas to Step Down
The industry veteran is joining Latino-focused media platform Avance Global to establish a new lifestyle brand that will span fashion, design, travel, food, culture and entertainment.
Prada Revamps Milan Flagship to Cater to Top Clients and New Shoppers
The group is hoping the renovated eight-level complex can generate €100 million in annual revenue, chief executive Andrea Guerra told Reuters.
JD Sports Names New North America CEO, Chief Marketing Officer
The sneaker retailer is shaking up its North American leadership as it looks to reverse soft sales and an extended slump in the stock market.