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.
digital
Media
Mode Media Said to Shut Operations at Once-Hot Lifestyle Startup
Mode Media Corp, the lifestyle media startup formerly known as Glam Media, is shutting down operations.
Mode Media Said to Shut Operations at Once-Hot Lifestyle Startup
Mode Media Corp, the lifestyle media startup formerly known as Glam Media, is shutting down operations.
News & Analysis
Online Retailers Thwarted by Manufacturers’ Curbs, EU Says
More than two in five retailers face some sort of price recommendation or restriction from manufacturers, the European Commission said.
Online Retailers Thwarted by Manufacturers’ Curbs, EU Says
More than two in five retailers face some sort of price recommendation or restriction from manufacturers, the European Commission said.
Media
The Internet Is So Bad It's Awesome
Internet culture has introduced a digital virus into a fashion realm that was once secluded, exclusive and excluding — both widening and limiting creativity, says Angelo Flaccavento.
The Internet Is So Bad It's Awesome
Internet culture has introduced a digital virus into a fashion realm that was once secluded, exclusive and excluding — both widening and limiting creativity, says Angelo Flaccavento.
Retail
Op-Ed | Stage Experiences or Go Extinct
Goods and services are no longer enough — stores must deliver personal, memorable experiences, argues B. Joseph Pine II.
Op-Ed | Stage Experiences or Go Extinct
Goods and services are no longer enough — stores must deliver personal, memorable experiences, argues B. Joseph Pine II.
Retail
Op-Ed | Stores Must Learn to Think Like Facebook
The store of the future will be a social gathering space, with content that’s tailored to the likes and interests of its community, argues John Bricker.
Op-Ed | Stores Must Learn to Think Like Facebook
The store of the future will be a social gathering space, with content that’s tailored to the likes and interests of its community, argues John Bricker.
Workplace & Talent
Role Call | Natasha McNamara, Digital Strategy Director
Natasha McNamara, digital strategy director at Glamour, says "The pace of new platform development is lightening fast and you need to stay on top of it all, but remain focused."
Role Call | Natasha McNamara, Digital Strategy Director
Natasha McNamara, digital strategy director at Glamour, says "The pace of new platform development is lightening fast and you need to stay on top of it all, but remain focused."
Luxury
Viva Milano! Viva Fashion! Viva Italy!
In Milan, a remarkable show of unity from Italy's fashion industry signals an important step forwards, but as Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi pointed out, the local industry must be open to change and innovation.
Viva Milano! Viva Fashion! Viva Italy!
In Milan, a remarkable show of unity from Italy's fashion industry signals an important step forwards, but as Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi pointed out, the local industry must be open to change and innovation.
News & Analysis
Adidas, Asics, Under Armour Spend $1 Billion on Fitness Apps
Alongside sneakers, gym shorts, and yoga pants, sportswear brands are adding one more must-have to their list of products: workout apps.
Adidas, Asics, Under Armour Spend $1 Billion on Fitness Apps
Alongside sneakers, gym shorts, and yoga pants, sportswear brands are adding one more must-have to their list of products: workout apps.
Technology
The Digital Iceberg
Fashion brands are adapting their marketing strategies for a digital reality that goes far deeper than online sales.
The Digital Iceberg
Fashion brands are adapting their marketing strategies for a digital reality that goes far deeper than online sales.
Marketing
BBDO Acquires Wednesday Agency Group
The advertising agency has bought a majority stake in Wednesday Agency Group, with the aim to expand Wednesday’s service offering and drive global expansion.
BBDO Acquires Wednesday Agency Group
The advertising agency has bought a majority stake in Wednesday Agency Group, with the aim to expand Wednesday’s service offering and drive global expansion.
Marketing
Beauty Brands Inch Away from Traditional Advertising
Spurred by the power of online influencers and user-generated content, beauty companies are shifting their marketing spend.
Beauty Brands Inch Away from Traditional Advertising
Spurred by the power of online influencers and user-generated content, beauty companies are shifting their marketing spend.
Technology
Bits & Bytes | Swatch Stockpiles Patents, Adidas Robots, Refinery29 Expands
Bits and Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.
Bits & Bytes | Swatch Stockpiles Patents, Adidas Robots, Refinery29 Expands
Bits and Bytes is a weekly roundup of the most important news in the fast evolving fashion-tech space.
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.