De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
Spotlight
Luxury
No Faith, a New Denim Label to Watch
From a live-work space in Cologne, 22-year-old designer Luis Dobbelgarten is building a budding business in deconstructed jeans.
No Faith, a New Denim Label to Watch
From a live-work space in Cologne, 22-year-old designer Luis Dobbelgarten is building a budding business in deconstructed jeans.
Luxury
Meet Marc Jacobs-Approved Knitwear Upstart Nong Rak
Fresh off a collaboration with Marc Jacobs sub-brand Heaven, designers Cherry and Home Phuangfueang have attracted early interest from retailers for their fuzzy graphic knits.
Meet Marc Jacobs-Approved Knitwear Upstart Nong Rak
Fresh off a collaboration with Marc Jacobs sub-brand Heaven, designers Cherry and Home Phuangfueang have attracted early interest from retailers for their fuzzy graphic knits.
Sports
Priya Ahluwalia on Changing the Fashion Narrative
The London-based designer has won recognition for her vibrant designs patched together from vintage clothes. Now she wants to grow her business without sacrificing its core values.
Priya Ahluwalia on Changing the Fashion Narrative
The London-based designer has won recognition for her vibrant designs patched together from vintage clothes. Now she wants to grow her business without sacrificing its core values.
Entrepreneurship
How Elena Velez Is Turning Buzz Into a Business
The designer is developing a business model that does not rely on industry connections. Now, as her first collection hits Ssense, her strategy to prioritize collaborations and Midwest craftsmanship will be put to the test.
How Elena Velez Is Turning Buzz Into a Business
The designer is developing a business model that does not rely on industry connections. Now, as her first collection hits Ssense, her strategy to prioritize collaborations and Midwest craftsmanship will be put to the test.
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Luxury
Steven Ma: The New London Leather Goods Brand Fashion Insiders Are Betting On
The 28-year old designer secured top model Chu Wong and art direction by Ellie Grace Cumming for his first campaign. London’s Machine-A will be the first store to offer the brand.
Steven Ma: The New London Leather Goods Brand Fashion Insiders Are Betting On
The 28-year old designer secured top model Chu Wong and art direction by Ellie Grace Cumming for his first campaign. London’s Machine-A will be the first store to offer the brand.
Media
Kristin-Lee Moolman and Fashion’s New Lens
The South African photographer known for her distinctive signature style is part of a rising generation of talent casting a new frame on visual narratives and beauty ideals.
Kristin-Lee Moolman and Fashion’s New Lens
The South African photographer known for her distinctive signature style is part of a rising generation of talent casting a new frame on visual narratives and beauty ideals.
Media
Elizaveta Porodina’s Journey From Clinical Psychology to Fashion Photography
Porodina, whose painterly images have caught the attention of Louis Vuitton and Carolina Herrera, on her unorthodox route into the industry.
Elizaveta Porodina’s Journey From Clinical Psychology to Fashion Photography
Porodina, whose painterly images have caught the attention of Louis Vuitton and Carolina Herrera, on her unorthodox route into the industry.
News & Analysis
The Emergency Room Nurse Turning His Fashion Dreams Into a Reality
Oluwole Olosunde, known as Guacawole online, is using his career in healthcare to fund Against Medical Advice, a label inspired by human anatomy and the many cultures of New York City.
The Emergency Room Nurse Turning His Fashion Dreams Into a Reality
Oluwole Olosunde, known as Guacawole online, is using his career in healthcare to fund Against Medical Advice, a label inspired by human anatomy and the many cultures of New York City.
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Luxury
How a Young Designer Is Rethinking the Playbook for Emerging Brands
After working with the likes of Kanye West and Hood by Air’s Shayne Oliver, Lourdes’ Andreas Aresti is determined to dodge convention.
How a Young Designer Is Rethinking the Playbook for Emerging Brands
After working with the likes of Kanye West and Hood by Air’s Shayne Oliver, Lourdes’ Andreas Aresti is determined to dodge convention.
Luxury
Fashion Industry Veterans Launch Men’s Vacation-Wear Brand
Three alumni from Gucci, Mr Porter and KCD are joining forces to tap the underserved market.
Fashion Industry Veterans Launch Men’s Vacation-Wear Brand
Three alumni from Gucci, Mr Porter and KCD are joining forces to tap the underserved market.
News & Analysis
Act N.1: Milan’s Multicultural Upstarts
Designers Luca Lin and Galib Gassanoff have developed in unique punk-meets-precious signature rooted in Chinese art and Azerbaijani craft.
Act N.1: Milan’s Multicultural Upstarts
Designers Luca Lin and Galib Gassanoff have developed in unique punk-meets-precious signature rooted in Chinese art and Azerbaijani craft.
News & Analysis
How Nicomede Returned to Menswear
The London-based designer put his label on ice just as it was gaining speed. Now he’s back for the long haul, with a new business model and penchant for wellness.
How Nicomede Returned to Menswear
The London-based designer put his label on ice just as it was gaining speed. Now he’s back for the long haul, with a new business model and penchant for wellness.
The News in Brief
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.
Zimmermann Names Roberto Eggs CEO
The Moncler Group executive will succeed longtime CEO Chris Olliver, who is staying on as executive chairman.