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EU Probes Shein Over Sale of Illegal Products, Addictive Design
A formal investigation into the Chinese online retailer has been opened due to concerns over the sale of illegal products and the platform’s potentially addictive design.
EU Probes Shein Over Sale of Illegal Products, Addictive Design
A formal investigation into the Chinese online retailer has been opened due to concerns over the sale of illegal products and the platform’s potentially addictive design.
Topshop Opens in John Lewis in Bid to Regain UK Clothing Appeal
The labels will be sold across 32 John Lewis department stores for Topshop and seven for Topman.
Topshop Opens in John Lewis in Bid to Regain UK Clothing Appeal
The labels will be sold across 32 John Lewis department stores for Topshop and seven for Topman.
Saks Fights Simon Property to Keep Two Store Locations Open
Simon Property Group is seeking to take over stores in California and New York, claiming Saks Global didn’t pay rent before seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Saks Fights Simon Property to Keep Two Store Locations Open
Simon Property Group is seeking to take over stores in California and New York, claiming Saks Global didn’t pay rent before seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Adam Baidawi Named GQ’s Chief Editor
Baidawi is replacing the title’s longtime editor Will Welch in the latest masthead shake-up at publisher Condé Nast.
Adam Baidawi Named GQ’s Chief Editor
Baidawi is replacing the title’s longtime editor Will Welch in the latest masthead shake-up at publisher Condé Nast.
OTB Sales, Profit Slide as China and Europe Drag
The owner of Diesel, Jil Sander and Maison Margiela says sales fell 4.8 percent in 2025, likely ‘one of the most challenging years’ for the fashion industry.
OTB Sales, Profit Slide as China and Europe Drag
The owner of Diesel, Jil Sander and Maison Margiela says sales fell 4.8 percent in 2025, likely ‘one of the most challenging years’ for the fashion industry.
Pat McGrath Labs Secures Bankruptcy Financing
A US court approved Florida-based firm GDA Luma’s $30 million infusion into the embattled makeup artistry brand, which will see founder Pat McGrath step into a chief creative officer role.
Pat McGrath Labs Secures Bankruptcy Financing
A US court approved Florida-based firm GDA Luma’s $30 million infusion into the embattled makeup artistry brand, which will see founder Pat McGrath step into a chief creative officer role.
Boohoo Plans to Raise $47 Million as Retailer Talks With Lenders
The online clothing retailer is seeking to raise £35 million in equity and amend debt covenants in an attempt to turn around the business.
Boohoo Plans to Raise $47 Million as Retailer Talks With Lenders
The online clothing retailer is seeking to raise £35 million in equity and amend debt covenants in an attempt to turn around the business.
Luxury Stocks Buffeted By Hedge Fund Positions, Market Volatility
LVMH and Kering are navigating sharp share price swings stoked by hedge fund bets and AI-rattled markets.
Luxury Stocks Buffeted By Hedge Fund Positions, Market Volatility
LVMH and Kering are navigating sharp share price swings stoked by hedge fund bets and AI-rattled markets.
Quince Appoints First Head of Brand Strategy and Narrative
Dakota Kate Isaacs, a longtime Deciem director, will work to deepen Quince’s emotional connection with consumers and to minimise its reputation as a seller of dupes.
Quince Appoints First Head of Brand Strategy and Narrative
Dakota Kate Isaacs, a longtime Deciem director, will work to deepen Quince’s emotional connection with consumers and to minimise its reputation as a seller of dupes.
Comme des Garçons Perfumer Christian Astuguevieille Has Died
The perfumer created signature scents like Amazingreen and Concrete in partnership with founder Rei Kawakubo.
Comme des Garçons Perfumer Christian Astuguevieille Has Died
The perfumer created signature scents like Amazingreen and Concrete in partnership with founder Rei Kawakubo.
Elle Launches African Edition with Naomi Campbell Cover
Publisher Lagardère has partnered with Innsaei Sarl to introduce a fashion magazine for French-speaking markets on the continent including Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon and Senegal.
Elle Launches African Edition with Naomi Campbell Cover
Publisher Lagardère has partnered with Innsaei Sarl to introduce a fashion magazine for French-speaking markets on the continent including Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon and Senegal.
Kering and Coty in Discussion to Sell Gucci Beauty Licence to L’Oréal
L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said on Friday the French beauty giant would welcome gaining access to the Gucci licence earlier than 2028, as Gucci-owner Kering and current licence holder Coty discuss the issue.
Kering and Coty in Discussion to Sell Gucci Beauty Licence to L’Oréal
L’Oréal CEO Nicolas Hieronimus said on Friday the French beauty giant would welcome gaining access to the Gucci licence earlier than 2028, as Gucci-owner Kering and current licence holder Coty discuss the issue.