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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How Under Armour Bet Everything on the Wrong Customer
"The company obsessed too much over its most influential customers."
Coronavirus Puts a Wrinkle in Wedding Industry
"Wedding businesses rely on dresses manufactured in China."
Do Fashion Prizes Still Matter?
"A brand doesn’t need the support of retailers, editors or conglomerates anymore."
How the Chinese Fashion Industry Has Changed
"It’s not all luxury labels and ‘Made in China’ anymore."
Handbags That Made History
"An overview of the rich inner life of the ultimate accessory."
Are Consumers Finally Sick of Consuming? Here’s How Brands Can Adapt
"Customers are finding the concept of acquiring stuff distasteful."
Are Fast Fashion’s Giants More Vulnerable to Coronavirus Than Other Retailers?
"Fast fashion giants, including H&M and Inditex, could be affected according to financial firm UBS."
The Inevitable Collision of Gaming and Athleisure
"As streamers become celebrities, major fashion brands are itching to cash in."
The Dark Side of China’s Idol Economies
"Chinese fans actively buy or promote their idol’s promoted products."
How Instagram Killed the It Girl
"We now live in a world of constant self-surveillance and curation."
The Fashion World, Upended by Coronavirus
"A real crisis looms for designers, retailers and shoppers."
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.