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Riffing on her oft-memed annual “It’s time!” holiday video, Sephora is tapping Carey’s star power to promote gifting season. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/m4RfZ0r

Neelam Ahooja’s open letter to The Row highlights how influencers are becoming less fearful of speaking out against the brands they work with. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/uXMGEWQ

Majid Al Futtaim executive Khalifa Bin Braik joins Imran Amed to unpack Dubai’s transformation, the ‘third place’ mall of the future, and what global brands get wrong about the GCC. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/r2AtTQi

The three-year collaboration, dubbed “The Next Thread,” will fund emerging designers, students, and storytelling projects reimagining the future of sustainable fashion. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/cHQ5zdR

The American fashion designer alleged that the retailer ignored his cease-and-desist letter. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/pjDO16Q

The makeup label will make its debut at the chain’s US stores next year. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/DBtJP9W

Katie Grand says timely, celebrity-fronted zines — celebrating Lily Allen’s album launch, or an exclusive shoot with A$AP Rocky — are fuelling profitable growth for the title the super-stylist launched five years ago. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/HaNMB4V

Westman Atelier founder Gucci Westman, celebrity hairstylists Lacy Redway and Vernon François, and renowned make-up artist and founder of Makeup by Mario, Mario Dedivanovic, were among the leading beauty insiders and innovators who joined The Business of Beauty and Unilever Beauty & Wellbeing for an intimate breakfast in New York. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/oHpUcTG

In the new position, the former Yoox Net-A-Porter president will focus on luxury and lifestyle brands. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/H8sk0u4

The British haircare brand has appointed Joseph Scott Grigsby as its new chief executive officer, with a mandate toward international expansion and engaging younger consumers. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ndSF7Lo

From necklace stacks to quirky baseball hats, consumers are embracing a more maximalist look on the margins, even as they splurge on ultra-pricey minimalist wardrobes. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/R3syxlz

The Gen-Z favourite known for its undergarments and inclusive marketing will close on Oct. 28. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/LoP2Are

Fragmented operating systems and shifting consumer expectations have created key challenges in building and maintaining customer relationships today. BoF’s latest knowledge report, in partnership with Braze, explores the market realities and obstacles fashion and beauty retailers face today — and the strategies to overcome them. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/s38YPNG

The Los Angeles iteration of Vogue’s annual runway entertainment event aimed to revitalise the city’s beleaguered film industry through fashion tie-ups. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/9EcVj6r

An emerging narrative this earnings season is that China’s troubled fashion market is stabilising. This week’s results will put that theory to the test. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/rhLekXw

A group of local Boulder, Colorado-based investors in Haney’s beverage company, Joggy, filed a lawsuit against her this month, alleging securities fraud. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ADwqnIO

This week, Kering agreed to sell off its beauty unit to L’Oréal for $4.6 billion in a transaction that’s seismic for both groups. But its ripple effects will be felt further afield, too. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/PbwOnvJ

Labour rights campaigners hail the move as a “massive victory”, which comes two years after thousands of garment workers were charged for protesting against failed national minimum wage negotiations. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/guxRbTX

How a hip-hop mindset, an Old Masters epiphany and a radical approach to the art market launched a true artist of our times. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jKnTURt

It’s the question everyone is asking — from uptown to downtown, offline and online — as the brand’s annual clearance event kicks off in New York. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/c2Sgsm4

Revenues reached $258 million in the July-September period, with double digit growth in North America outweighing a slowdown in Asia. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/JtzT4hV

Kering teased a 'drastic' reduction in its store footprint even as a deal with L’Oréal lightens its debt. Plus, early echoes from Paris Art Week, including a knockout Miu Miu initiative. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/MxAb8Lc

The legendary Austrian wellness hotelier and clinic will used the funds to launch a beauty line and bring its signature ‘detox’ treatments to new markets. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/SCx1u7o

As designers dial up spectacle, female critics question whether runways respect how women actually live and dress. BoF’s Cat Chen and Diana Pearl join The Debrief to unpack the practicality and spectacle of womenswear designs this season. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/xydCHTa

The fast-growing creator monetisation business raised $70 million in a funding round that included both heavyweight Silicon Valley funds and several social media stars, including Sofia Richie Grainge and Aimee Song. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/CMI0eoO

The Chinese outerwear giant tapped the veteran designer to lead its new high-end urbanwear line, Areal. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/TFr2PAR

On Tuesday, the French beauty giant said demand for its premium brands like Lancôme were improving in China, but that the the US continues to be pressured. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/24B0VHT

Jenny Freshwater, vice president of fashion and fitness at Amazon, discusses the world’s largest e-commerce platform’s strategic offering for luxury businesses and how Amazon collaborates with brands to strengthen their broader retail strategies and presence in its stores. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/jfDS95B

The bond sale comes just weeks after the fast-fashion retailer’s shares surged following better-than-expected quarterly earnings. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/PDvKj2g

Unions cited the company’s alleged unwillingness to engage in dialogue over issues such as remote working. from The Business of Fashion https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/luxury/kering-workers-in-italy-to-strike-over-unilateral-decisions-by-the-company/

With gold at historic highs, designers are trading in 18 carat for sterling silver, silk cords and lab-grown diamonds — reshaping the definition of fine jewellery along the way. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/ewKDJ3A

The appointment is a boost for one of London Fashion Week’s key young talents. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/gKSxRky

Managing the customer journey across an expanding array of digital and physical touchpoints has never been more complex. BoF’s latest knowledge report, in partnership with Braze, explores what it takes to craft a winning customer experience strategy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/OAaqbNV

The companies announced on Sunday that L’Oréal will acquire Kering’s beauty brands and licenses for its fashion house names, including Gucci. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/X4Fb0dl

Thieves broke into the Museum through a window on Sunday, leading to the museum’s closure for the day. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/7EHa2ZF

A deal would be an early move by new Kering CEO Luca de Meo to revive the luxury giant’s fortunes. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/93QsCbg

From Nairobi to the BoF 500, designer Katungulu Mwendwa explains why making locally matters, how to design ‘everyday armour’ people will keep for years and what global buyers must change to unlock the potential of African fashion. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/NTBMVaC

Moncler’s autumn campaign, featuring actors and long-time friends Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, struck an emotional chord with audiences by showcasing true friendship. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/CugjfO1

Novo Nordisk shares fell as much as 6.4 percent in early Friday trading after the US President signalled the price of the Danish drugmaker’s weight-loss drugs would be lowered. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/A4CPcqk

Global brands are betting that glittering campaigns and festive designs will tempt Indian shoppers to look past economic headwinds and splurge during a key spending period in the retail calendar. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/SaqR8w2

Obviously, it’ll be a long time before the generation — born starting in 2025 into a world of AI and rapid change — will have an impact on the industry. But they’ve already sparked conversation. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/GF52xT4

The designer, who led the brand for 37 years, will present her last collection in January, a spokesperson for Hermès has confirmed. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/wpjR7oV

Budapest Central European Fashion Week is positioning the Hungarian capital as a gateway to Central Europe’s fashion market — giving regional design talent a platform to showcase their unique collections to international buyers and media. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/yrAX6kw

The investment will fuel the New York-based brand’s expansion, including into markets such as Europe and Asia. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/3tswz49

A growing number of retailers are adding listening bars, cafés and lounges to keep shoppers lingering — but can a commercial space ever foster real community? The Debrief breaks it down with retail editor Cat Chen. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/sQ6uiZg

The multi-hyphenate entrepreneur announced on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast that she intends to relaunch her beauty line under the Skims brand. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/APTwsu9

Cosmetics line Hyrular Beauty, which debuts on Wednesday, is targeting the fashionable gamer set with a futuristic campaign. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/5crwXRa

The skincare label has been sold to Rare Beauty Brands in a deal set to close this year, Unilever announced on Tuesday. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/NXs8LRC

Cora Corré said the brand’s decisions ‘do not align with the values or wishes’ of the late designer, as it announced it would headline Riyadh fashion week despite Saudi Arabia’s human rights record. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Mz3DaQC

Nail bars now outnumber banks on many high streets. But as another ingredient in gel polish is about to be banned, is there really a risk-free way of getting your nails done? from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/FMrgEuD

Effective strategies for responsible business already exist. The real opportunity for big brands now is to lead by putting them into practice, writes Caterina Occhio. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/aHx5AVE

Imran Amed sits down with British jeweller Kiki McDonough to reflect on resilience through recessions and a pandemic, the enduring appeal of coloured gemstones, and why jewellery’s longevity and everyday joy set it apart in a challenged luxury sector. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/vJsZKYW

Imran Amed sits down with British jeweller Kiki McDonough to reflect on resilience through recessions and a pandemic, the enduring appeal of coloured gemstones, and why jewellery’s longevity and everyday joy set it apart in a challenged luxury sector. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Pn23DbN

From listening bars to in-store cafés, brands are reimagining stores as gathering spots. But whether these commerce-driven hangouts can foster true community is still up for debate. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/7zuRQaA

As consumers across income levels embrace value-driven shopping, the off-price category continues to grow. BoF sits down with Antoine Frey, chairman and CEO of Frey Group — the new owner of Europe’s fourth-largest outlet operator ROS Retail Outlet Shopping — to discuss the outlet market opportunity and positioning itself at the forefront of this shift. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/dkL9YmW

From Mugler to The Row, corsetry and its abstractions were front and centre on the fourth day of Paris Fashion Week, writes Angelo Flaccavento. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/F3mwDa7

A Change.org petition to ban Shein in France has surpassed 270,000 signatures. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/up3oRgO

Galeries Lafayette said it doesn’t share the ‘values’ of Shein, stating the move would violate the contractual obligations of Societe des Grands Magasins, which purchased the department store chain in 2021 while retaining the right to use the French retailer’s name. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/3mz67Eg

The label, which turns 25 next year, has never used leather, fur or skins. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/Qn8H4Gs