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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The Extinction Rebellion Plan to 'Shut Down' London Fashion Week in September
The climate change protesters plan to target the biannual fashion event in a bid to raise awareness of the environmental damage caused by the fashion
The Hypocrisy of SoulCycle
"When gyms sell themselves as a sense of identity, eventually they have to define what they stand for."
Online Shopping Wreaks Havoc on Chinese Department Stores
"Much like their counterparts in other countries, department stores in China are being hammered by the online shopping onslaught led by Alibaba Group
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
Boohoo Wants to Beat Zara at Its Own Game
The UK-based company is already among the most successful among a new breed of ultra-fast online brands challenging retailers like Zara and H&M. Its latest acquisition of British brands Karen Millen and Coast signals broader ambitions.
Jeffrey Epstein’s Opaque Finances Could Become Focal Point for Investigators
"An entity once linked to Mr Epstein sent tens of millions of dollars to the charity of a billionaire retail tycoon, Leslie H. Wexner — years after
Ready to ‘Where’: Getting Sharp on Apparel Omnichannel Excellence
"Omnichannel shoppers are simply better customers for apparel brands."
When Did Self-Help Become Self-Care?
"But more recently, under the potent influence of millennial values, wellness has been positioned and marketed as self-care."
The Future of Fashion Will Be Run by Influencers
"What defines a brand of the future? First and foremost: access to a powerful influencer."
H&M and Zara Are Closing Stores To Get Ahead
"H&M also seems to have the worst behind it. Plenty of other retailers would be glad to boast as much."
BlackRock Buys $875 Million Stake in Authentic Brands Group
The company's private equity vehicle struck its first deal, backing a company that manages brands including Juicy Couture, active-wear maker Spyder and leather-goods provider Frye Co.
Jeffrey Epstein Found Dead by Suicide in Prison
The financier, who has past ties to Victoria's Secret billionaire Les Wexner and has been charged with the sex trafficking of minors, died by suicide in his Lower Manhattan jail cell, according to officials.
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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.