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.
This Is America
Entrepreneurship
Is Insider Support Still Important to Outsider Designers?
For independent brands operating outside America’s traditional fashion system, the upheaval of the past year has come with newfound support from traditional gatekeepers. But in a fast-changing fashion market, is this really the path to success?
Is Insider Support Still Important to Outsider Designers?
For independent brands operating outside America’s traditional fashion system, the upheaval of the past year has come with newfound support from traditional gatekeepers. But in a fast-changing fashion market, is this really the path to success?
Retail
The Age of the Enlightened Consumer
More than ever, consumers are looking for spiritual meaning from the products they buy.
The Age of the Enlightened Consumer
More than ever, consumers are looking for spiritual meaning from the products they buy.
Technology
Data Alone Won’t Save Fashion
Big data is making the fashion industry work better. But it needs to be used in the right way, for the right things.
Data Alone Won’t Save Fashion
Big data is making the fashion industry work better. But it needs to be used in the right way, for the right things.
Technology
The Quest to Make Wearable Tech Fashionable
With the launch of a yellow-gold band, Silicon Valley-favourite Oura wants its smart ring to be as stylish as it is functional. Lauren Sherman gives it a test drive.
The Quest to Make Wearable Tech Fashionable
With the launch of a yellow-gold band, Silicon Valley-favourite Oura wants its smart ring to be as stylish as it is functional. Lauren Sherman gives it a test drive.
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Retail
J.Crew Says Bankruptcy Is the Reset it Needs. But There Actually Has to Be a Reset.
Just because consumers love the brand doesn't mean they want to buy the clothes.
J.Crew Says Bankruptcy Is the Reset it Needs. But There Actually Has to Be a Reset.
Just because consumers love the brand doesn't mean they want to buy the clothes.
Luxury
For Some Labels, Drops Are Still Working When Nothing Else Is
The model’s enduring success for streetwear brands and niche labels alike may be a lesson to those that have treated it simply as a marketing gimmick.
For Some Labels, Drops Are Still Working When Nothing Else Is
The model’s enduring success for streetwear brands and niche labels alike may be a lesson to those that have treated it simply as a marketing gimmick.
Luxury
Independent Fashion Labels of the World, Unite!
There’s strength in numbers, argues Lauren Sherman.
Independent Fashion Labels of the World, Unite!
There’s strength in numbers, argues Lauren Sherman.
Luxury
Independent American Fashion Businesses Are Unravelling. The Government Must Help.
If something is not done, large numbers of independent fashion labels and stores are going to go bankrupt.
Independent American Fashion Businesses Are Unravelling. The Government Must Help.
If something is not done, large numbers of independent fashion labels and stores are going to go bankrupt.
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Retail
The End of Opening Ceremony Marks the End of Shopping As We Know It
Multi-brand stores no longer serve the purpose that they once did. Why do we need them now?
The End of Opening Ceremony Marks the End of Shopping As We Know It
Multi-brand stores no longer serve the purpose that they once did. Why do we need them now?
Media
The Polarisation of Fashion Media
In the 2010s, the publications covering fashion — regardless of whether they were chasing clicks or subscriptions — found that success wasn't so straightforward anymore.
The Polarisation of Fashion Media
In the 2010s, the publications covering fashion — regardless of whether they were chasing clicks or subscriptions — found that success wasn't so straightforward anymore.
Luxury
There Are Lessons to Learn from Zac Posen
The designer’s enchanting rise and predictable fall are emblematic of what’s wrong with the system.
There Are Lessons to Learn from Zac Posen
The designer’s enchanting rise and predictable fall are emblematic of what’s wrong with the system.
Retail
Why ‘Save’ Barneys? Maybe It’s Time to Move On.
With the store's fate still uncertain, the energy of those trying to resurrect its past glories could be better directed elsewhere, argues Lauren Sherman.
Why ‘Save’ Barneys? Maybe It’s Time to Move On.
With the store's fate still uncertain, the energy of those trying to resurrect its past glories could be better directed elsewhere, argues Lauren Sherman.
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.