Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
Canada
Beauty
Ontario Court Hands $548K Fine to Estée Lauder Over Use of ‘Forever Chemical’
An Ontario court has issued a $750,000 fine to Estée Lauder after the cosmetics company pled guilty to violating the Canadian Environmental Protection Act following the discovery of a 'forever chemical' in select eyeliner products.
Ontario Court Hands $548K Fine to Estée Lauder Over Use of ‘Forever Chemical’
An Ontario court has issued a $750,000 fine to Estée Lauder after the cosmetics company pled guilty to violating the Canadian Environmental Protection Act following the discovery of a 'forever chemical' in select eyeliner products.
News & Analysis
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.
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.
Retail
Canadian Pantyhose Maker Furloughs 40% of Staff on Trade-War Woes
The threat of new US tariffs has forced Montreal-based clothing maker SRTX to place over a third of its workforce on leave, as rising duties and trade uncertainties jeopardise its Canadian manufacturing investments.
Canadian Pantyhose Maker Furloughs 40% of Staff on Trade-War Woes
The threat of new US tariffs has forced Montreal-based clothing maker SRTX to place over a third of its workforce on leave, as rising duties and trade uncertainties jeopardise its Canadian manufacturing investments.
Luxury
Louis Vuitton and Gucci to Open First Montreal Flagships
Royalmount, a forthcoming development in Montréal’s Midtown district, has also leased flagship spaces to Tiffany and RH.
Louis Vuitton and Gucci to Open First Montreal Flagships
Royalmount, a forthcoming development in Montréal’s Midtown district, has also leased flagship spaces to Tiffany and RH.
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Luxury
How Ssense Became a Quiet Contender in Fashion’s E-Commerce Race
This week, the Canadian e-tailer announced investment from Sequoia Capital China at a valuation of more than $4 billion, signalling big ambitions to build on its success.
How Ssense Became a Quiet Contender in Fashion’s E-Commerce Race
This week, the Canadian e-tailer announced investment from Sequoia Capital China at a valuation of more than $4 billion, signalling big ambitions to build on its success.
Workplace & Talent
Former Tapestry CEO Victor Luis Invests in Moose Knuckles
Luis will become executive chairman after making a “significant investment,” the Canadian luxury outerwear and sportswear brand said Wednesday. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
Former Tapestry CEO Victor Luis Invests in Moose Knuckles
Luis will become executive chairman after making a “significant investment,” the Canadian luxury outerwear and sportswear brand said Wednesday. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
News & Analysis
Amazon Ordered to Close Canadian Facility on Covid-19 Outbreak
Amazon.com Inc. has been ordered to close a facility outside Toronto for two weeks as public health officials worry about rising Covid-19 cases inside the complex.
Amazon Ordered to Close Canadian Facility on Covid-19 Outbreak
Amazon.com Inc. has been ordered to close a facility outside Toronto for two weeks as public health officials worry about rising Covid-19 cases inside the complex.
Workplace & Talent
Aldo Group: In the Company of Kindness
On a trip to the Canadian city of Montréal, Aldo Bensadoun found himself fascinated by the city and its progressive, free spirited culture. The
Aldo Group: In the Company of Kindness
On a trip to the Canadian city of Montréal, Aldo Bensadoun found himself fascinated by the city and its progressive, free spirited culture. The
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Technology
Shopify Posts Better-Than-Expected Q3 Results
Revenue nearly doubled to $767.4 million, while adjusted earnings were $1.13 per share, more than twice analysts’ estimates of 52 cents.
Shopify Posts Better-Than-Expected Q3 Results
Revenue nearly doubled to $767.4 million, while adjusted earnings were $1.13 per share, more than twice analysts’ estimates of 52 cents.
Technology
At Tulip, Analysing Omnichannel Data to Transform the Shopping Experience
The mobile retail technology solutions firm digitises the in-person retail experience, enabling data to be shared across a business, creating insights that equip retailers with the tools to respond to evolving consumer behaviours.
At Tulip, Analysing Omnichannel Data to Transform the Shopping Experience
The mobile retail technology solutions firm digitises the in-person retail experience, enabling data to be shared across a business, creating insights that equip retailers with the tools to respond to evolving consumer behaviours.
Retail
Lululemon Defies Brick-and-Mortar Woes in Plan To Add Stores
The sportswear company said its stores are small, profitable and serve as an anchor for the brand’s loyal customers.
Lululemon Defies Brick-and-Mortar Woes in Plan To Add Stores
The sportswear company said its stores are small, profitable and serve as an anchor for the brand’s loyal customers.
Retail
Bolstered by Lockdown Measures, Lululemon Beats Earnings Estimates
A shift to remote working and at-home exercise around the globe due to the COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for comfortable athletic clothing.
Bolstered by Lockdown Measures, Lululemon Beats Earnings Estimates
A shift to remote working and at-home exercise around the globe due to the COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for comfortable athletic clothing.
The News in Brief
Ulta Beauty Forecasts Annual Profit Below Estimates
Shares declined in after-hours trading as the beauty retailer expressed a cautious outlook for 2026.
Exclusive: Brita Invests in Shower Filter Firm Hello Klean
The German water filtration firm has acquired a minority stake in Hello Klean, which sells shower heads it claims mitigate the effects of hard water.
AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.
Exclusive: Akt London Enters Sephora
The UK label will roll out its hero deodorant to Sephora US doors and launch its full assortment online as the LVMH-owned retailer expands its body care offering.
Zalando Forecasts 2026 Profit Jump Driven by AI Boost
The European retailer forecast a rise in full-year adjusted operating profit and announced a share buyback, citing the productivity and cost-saving benefits of AI.
Lululemon Founder Warns CEO Candidates That Board Needs Overhaul
Chip Wilson wrote an open letter to potential candidates for the activewear brand’s next chief executive warning them of problems at the company.