Naomi Campbell Wins Appeal Against Charity Trustee Ban
A London tribunal ruled that the misuse of funds at the charity the supermodel founded had been concealed from her.
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What Happens When Luxury Becomes Too Accessible?
"Brands must adapt to meet the needs of younger, global consumers."
Jewellery Follows Clothing Into Genderless Fashion
"A raft of brands are offering unisex collections."
Not a Size 2? Luxury Fashion Finally Wants You
"11 Honoré is disrupting plus-size, high-end shopping. One rule: Don’t offer only basics."
Is It Safe To Rent Clothes During The Coronavirus Outbreak?
"Many rental services were quick to set the record straight as concerns amongst renters rose."
‘Clean’ Beauty Has Taken Over the Cosmetics Industry
"The term 'clean' differs from 'natural' in marketers’ minds, but there’s no regulatory definition."
Covid-19 Has Hurt China’s Influencers (Or Has It?)
"The outbreak also has some positives for many of the creatives in this industry."
Marco Zanini on Why He’s Still Working Despite Italy’s Coronavirus Shutdown
"The designer explains how he’s still working with no factory visits, no travel, and no fittings."
Amazon Buying Lord & Taylor Building for $1.5 billion
"The Fifth Avenue landmark, which spans 11 stories and 660,000 square feet, will serve as Amazon’s New York City headquarters."
Fashion’s Coronavirus ‘Patient Zero’ Speaks
"Nga Nguyen and what happens when Instagram, money, fashion shows and Covid-19 collide."
Luxury’s Hidden Indian Supply Chain
"For years Dior, Saint Laurent and other fashion brands have been quietly using Indian embroiderers for their goods."
How Retailers Can Ring the Register in a Recession
"History shows how retailers can take advantage of a downturn to create competitive advantage."
Can Fashion Ever Be Sustainable?
"The fashion industry is responsible for more carbon emissions than those that come from aviation."
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Model Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Dies Aged 27
The model had spoken publicly about a years-long struggle with depression and addiction.
EssilorLuxottica Managers Defend CEO After Heir Lashes Out
Twenty top lieutenants to CEO Francesco Milleri came to their boss’s defense in an escalating feud with Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, a son of the founder who abruptly left a senior role at the company.
Arnault Drops Out of World’s Top 10 Richest as US Tech Dominates
The LVMH chairman’s net worth fell to $143 billion on Thursday, pulling him beneath Warren Buffett, Bloomberg reported.
EssilorLuxottica Starts Buyback to Bolster Stock After Heir Exit
The brand plans to buy back more than €800 million ($932 million) of stock, seeking to bolster investor confidence after a slide in its shares and the exit of an heir of the eyewear maker’s founder from his management roles.
US Consumer Confidence Hits Seven-Month Low on Worse Outlook
Looking ahead, consumers surveyed by the Conference Board expressed negative sentiment towards future job and income prospects.
EssilorLuxottica Founder’s Son Quits Management Roles After Reported Rift With CEO
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio is stepping down as chairman of the Ray-Ban brand and as chief strategy officer, the company said, after reports of tensions with CEO Francesco Milleri.
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve key trade disputes.