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.
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Shopping for Fashion, Six Months On
"Will shopping ever return to the way it was before the age of coronavirus? Probably not in 2020."
Shopping for Fashion, Six Months On
"Will shopping ever return to the way it was before the age of coronavirus? Probably not in 2020."
Trump Banned TikTok and WeChat — What Now?
"Donald Trump banned TikTok and WeChat. Sort of. For now."
Trump Banned TikTok and WeChat — What Now?
"Donald Trump banned TikTok and WeChat. Sort of. For now."
Why Bankruptcy Is Rarely the End for Retailers in Dire Straits
"Discount retailer Century 21 may have closed its doors, but others that have filed for bankruptcy are still open."
Why Bankruptcy Is Rarely the End for Retailers in Dire Straits
"Discount retailer Century 21 may have closed its doors, but others that have filed for bankruptcy are still open."
Is the World's Largest Retailer Letting Amazon Set the Rules?
"With its relatively small assortment available for same-day delivery, several observers have deemed Walmart+ second best to Amazon Prime."
Is the World's Largest Retailer Letting Amazon Set the Rules?
"With its relatively small assortment available for same-day delivery, several observers have deemed Walmart+ second best to Amazon Prime."
Custom Skincare Is Using AI To Cure Acne
"A new crop of companies, including Atolla, Proven and Yours, is using AI to help customers treat acne and other skin issues."
Custom Skincare Is Using AI To Cure Acne
"A new crop of companies, including Atolla, Proven and Yours, is using AI to help customers treat acne and other skin issues."
The Self-Taught Designer Practicing Slow Fashion
"Asata Maisé describes her current design aesthetic as 'a frivolous nod to the past.'"
The Self-Taught Designer Practicing Slow Fashion
"Asata Maisé describes her current design aesthetic as 'a frivolous nod to the past.'"
Gareth Pugh on His New Visual Album and the Future of Fashion
"The designer discusses his latest project and how fashion is responding to the times in which we live."
Gareth Pugh on His New Visual Album and the Future of Fashion
"The designer discusses his latest project and how fashion is responding to the times in which we live."
Will Amazon's New Luxury Online Store Be Fashion's Saviour or Archenemy?
"The pandemic has had a particularly harsh impact on luxury retail."
Will Amazon's New Luxury Online Store Be Fashion's Saviour or Archenemy?
"The pandemic has had a particularly harsh impact on luxury retail."
Saying Goodbye To Century 21
"A chaotic but cherished store that sold designer clothing at half off or more."
Saying Goodbye To Century 21
"A chaotic but cherished store that sold designer clothing at half off or more."
How Isamaya Ffrench Went From Children's Party Face Painter To Fashion's Rising Star Makeup Artist
" Burberry Beauty's new Global Beauty Director on working with some of the world's top celebrities."
How Isamaya Ffrench Went From Children's Party Face Painter To Fashion's Rising Star Makeup Artist
" Burberry Beauty's new Global Beauty Director on working with some of the world's top celebrities."
Many Small Businesses Can’t Pay the Rent. A Deal With the Landlord Is Their Only Hope.
"Months of closures have left many business owners deep in debt."
Many Small Businesses Can’t Pay the Rent. A Deal With the Landlord Is Their Only Hope.
"Months of closures have left many business owners deep in debt."
Is This the End of Street Style?
"Who is going to London Fashion Week and will anyone be taking their photograph?"
Is This the End of Street Style?
"Who is going to London Fashion Week and will anyone be taking their photograph?"
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
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.
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Trump to Impose Forced Labour Duties on Friday as Temporary 10% US Tariffs Expire
The move is the White House’s latest effort to restore Trump’s campaign vision of a near-global tariff after the US Supreme Court in February struck down his ‘reciprocal’ duties.
Canada to Announce C$29.8 Billion in Retaliatory Tariffs on US, Official Says
The move is the latest in an escalating the trade conflict between the two countries.
UK Splits With EU by Opting Against Snap Tariff Retaliation
The UK has reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing US trade talks despite being affected by President Donald Trump’s global steel and aluminium tariffs.
Trump Delays Tariffs on Many Products From Mexico and Canada
The US President temporarily delayed tariffs on goods from its neighbouring countries, shelving duties until April after facing pushback from businesses and warnings of significant price increases for US consumers.