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 Vogue's Wartime Editor Revolutionised Women's Lives
"She realised that Vogue had a purpose beyond promulgating fashion"
How London’s Designers Reacted to the Turn of the Decade
"This collective turn to the past felt like a reaction to the uncertainty that’s become such a fundamental part of how we live today."
Pros and Cons of Luxury Brands Taking Runways to China
"They’re no longer staged as spectacles in their own right, rather they are strategically-produced attempts to earn shares of this valuable market."
How Hong Kong Became a 'City of Malls'
"Malls are so ubiquitous in Hong Kong, it's hard to keep track of where the malls end and public space begins."
Do You Care About Privacy as Much as Your Customers Do?
"While consumers say they care about privacy, few have placed any real value on protecting their data."
Why FOMO Is Shaping the Luxury Market Now More Than Ever
"What should brands do to prepare for a decade of increasing FOMO at an accelerated pace?"
Will You Be My #Content?
"Where do we draw the line between self-expression and unwarranted exposure?"
Kobe Bryant Left Behind a Business Empire
"Kobe Bryant's legacy extends beyond his time on the basketball court."
The Magical Thinking of 'The Goop Lab'
"The rampant spread of wellness culture, dusted with feminist messaging, answers real needs sometimes simply by asserting that they’re legitimate."
Fashion Has a Misinformation Problem
"The industry just hasn’t invested and prioritized this information."
Get Ready for a Direct-To-Consumer Shakeup in 2020
"DTC brands will either take down rounds, seek lifeline financing, get rolled up by private investors or expand into tangential categories to evolve
Is the Consumer-Goods Industry Ready for the New World of Work?
"The next decade or two will likely bring about the biggest disruption to work and employment since the Industrial Revolution in the 19th century."
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.