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.
models
News & Analysis
Social Goods | H&M's Climate Positive Plan, the Path to Model Diversity
This week, H&M announces new sustainability goals and a cynical take on the push for more diverse models.
Social Goods | H&M's Climate Positive Plan, the Path to Model Diversity
This week, H&M announces new sustainability goals and a cynical take on the push for more diverse models.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Makeup and Trans Women, Elle Turkey Age Limit, Conscious Consumerism
This week, makeup proves both friend and foe for trans women, Elle Turkey is declared inappropriate for under 18s, and the sustainability movement comes under fire.
Social Goods | Makeup and Trans Women, Elle Turkey Age Limit, Conscious Consumerism
This week, makeup proves both friend and foe for trans women, Elle Turkey is declared inappropriate for under 18s, and the sustainability movement comes under fire.
News & Analysis
Models Speak Out on Poor Conditions
A new survey on Models.com unearths new allegations of degrading treatment, poor working conditions, racism and more.
Models Speak Out on Poor Conditions
A new survey on Models.com unearths new allegations of degrading treatment, poor working conditions, racism and more.
Fashion Week
The Truth Behind Fashion’s Most Diverse Season Ever
This season’s catwalks were the most diverse ever, according to a new report. But as the definition of diversity broadens, do the numbers reflect a real rise in models of colour?
The Truth Behind Fashion’s Most Diverse Season Ever
This season’s catwalks were the most diverse ever, according to a new report. But as the definition of diversity broadens, do the numbers reflect a real rise in models of colour?
News & Analysis
‘Dominican Power’ on the Catwalk
A wave of new models from the Dominican Republic are scoring major campaigns and runway gigs at fashion week. But what — or who — is really behind their unstoppable ascent?
‘Dominican Power’ on the Catwalk
A wave of new models from the Dominican Republic are scoring major campaigns and runway gigs at fashion week. But what — or who — is really behind their unstoppable ascent?
Sustainability
Nike Releases Hijab, Saint Laurent Ads Spark Backlash
This week, Nike launches the Nike Pro Hijab for female Muslim athletes, while Saint Laurent was forced to modify a controversial advertising campaign over complaints it was degrading to women.
Nike Releases Hijab, Saint Laurent Ads Spark Backlash
This week, Nike launches the Nike Pro Hijab for female Muslim athletes, while Saint Laurent was forced to modify a controversial advertising campaign over complaints it was degrading to women.
News & Analysis
Saint Laurent Told to Modify Ad Campaign After Uproar in France
The ads caused uproar on social media where people called on Saint Laurent to withdraw them.
Saint Laurent Told to Modify Ad Campaign After Uproar in France
The ads caused uproar on social media where people called on Saint Laurent to withdraw them.
News & Analysis
What Really Happened at the Balenciaga Casting?
James Scully made good on his promise at VOICES to name those who engage in the 'cruel and sadistic' abuse of fashion models, citing an incident at last Sunday's Balenciaga casting. Now one of the accused is firing back.
What Really Happened at the Balenciaga Casting?
James Scully made good on his promise at VOICES to name those who engage in the 'cruel and sadistic' abuse of fashion models, citing an incident at last Sunday's Balenciaga casting. Now one of the accused is firing back.
News & Analysis
How James Scully Became Modeling’s Whistle-Blower
"He criticized by name Balenciaga’s casting directors, Maida Gregori Boina and Rami Fernandes, for an incident in which models were allegedly locked
How James Scully Became Modeling’s Whistle-Blower
"He criticized by name Balenciaga’s casting directors, Maida Gregori Boina and Rami Fernandes, for an incident in which models were allegedly locked
News & Analysis
News Bites | IMG Signs Hijab-Wearing Model, Richard Nicoll Blue and More...
In today's News Bites, the hijab-wearing teen who has caught the eye of Carine Roitfeld and Jil Sander co-edits Germany's ZEITmagazin.
News Bites | IMG Signs Hijab-Wearing Model, Richard Nicoll Blue and More...
In today's News Bites, the hijab-wearing teen who has caught the eye of Carine Roitfeld and Jil Sander co-edits Germany's ZEITmagazin.
News & Analysis
Diversity to Rock the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Last season more than 25 percent of the models in shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan were women of colour. New York led the way, with 30.3 percent, and that could rise this year.
Diversity to Rock the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Last season more than 25 percent of the models in shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan were women of colour. New York led the way, with 30.3 percent, and that could rise this year.
News & Analysis
Stephanie Seymour's Flutter with Luxury Lingerie
Inspired by the 'lost art' of getting dressed for bed, the Raven & Sparrow collection will be carried by Barneys exclusively and marks the model's first foray into lingerie.
Stephanie Seymour's Flutter with Luxury Lingerie
Inspired by the 'lost art' of getting dressed for bed, the Raven & Sparrow collection will be carried by Barneys exclusively and marks the model's first foray into lingerie.
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.