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.
Los Angeles, United States
Workplace & Talent
LA’s Protests Have Ended But Fashion Can’t Shake Off Its Fear
Following the ICE raids and a week of protests, the city’s fashion employers continue to fret about what’s to come as the White House continues its deportation campaign.
LA’s Protests Have Ended But Fashion Can’t Shake Off Its Fear
Following the ICE raids and a week of protests, the city’s fashion employers continue to fret about what’s to come as the White House continues its deportation campaign.
Retail
A ‘Made in LA’ Brand’s Plan to Rebuild After the Fires
The denim label Mother’s first store burned to the ground days before opening. Strong local roots are playing a big role in recovery.
A ‘Made in LA’ Brand’s Plan to Rebuild After the Fires
The denim label Mother’s first store burned to the ground days before opening. Strong local roots are playing a big role in recovery.
Sustainability
Fire-Stricken LA Is Swamped With Clothing Donations — Not All of Them Wanted
Donation centres around Los Angeles have been overwhelmed by mountains of old clothes, a stark reminder of the excesses of production and consumption that have helped drive the climate crisis and the weather extremes that come with it.
Fire-Stricken LA Is Swamped With Clothing Donations — Not All of Them Wanted
Donation centres around Los Angeles have been overwhelmed by mountains of old clothes, a stark reminder of the excesses of production and consumption that have helped drive the climate crisis and the weather extremes that come with it.
News & Analysis
Los Angeles Faces Little Relief From Fires as Winds Persist
Southern California’s devastating wildfires are not only threatening lives and properties but also disrupting key fashion hubs, posing risks to luxury retailers and cultural landmarks, as the industry braces for long-term impacts on supply chains and real estate.
Los Angeles Faces Little Relief From Fires as Winds Persist
Southern California’s devastating wildfires are not only threatening lives and properties but also disrupting key fashion hubs, posing risks to luxury retailers and cultural landmarks, as the industry braces for long-term impacts on supply chains and real estate.
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News & Analysis
LA Brands Pause Business as Usual for Wildfire Relief
Fashion and beauty companies have closed stores, offices and warehouses to focus on donations for those affected by the ongoing wildfires.
LA Brands Pause Business as Usual for Wildfire Relief
Fashion and beauty companies have closed stores, offices and warehouses to focus on donations for those affected by the ongoing wildfires.
Marketing
How the Rest of America Fell in Love With Californian Style
There’s long been an allure attached to the Golden State, but it’s hit a new cultural resonance in the wake of the pandemic. A cohort of brands that put the Californian lifestyle at their centre are seeing a wave of interest, and growth.
How the Rest of America Fell in Love With Californian Style
There’s long been an allure attached to the Golden State, but it’s hit a new cultural resonance in the wake of the pandemic. A cohort of brands that put the Californian lifestyle at their centre are seeing a wave of interest, and growth.
Luxury
Riccardo Tisci Mentors Protégé Ahead of LA Show
Luis de Javier is set to show his Spring/Summer 2024 collection this Saturday in Los Angeles under the mentorship of big leagues creative director Riccardo Tisci.
Riccardo Tisci Mentors Protégé Ahead of LA Show
Luis de Javier is set to show his Spring/Summer 2024 collection this Saturday in Los Angeles under the mentorship of big leagues creative director Riccardo Tisci.
Luxury
Fear of God Celebrates Freedom and Elevated Basics at Debut Show
Designer Jerry Lorenzo unveiled his eighth collection at the Hollywood Bowl Wednesday, with looks from his long-awaited partnership with Adidas.
Fear of God Celebrates Freedom and Elevated Basics at Debut Show
Designer Jerry Lorenzo unveiled his eighth collection at the Hollywood Bowl Wednesday, with looks from his long-awaited partnership with Adidas.
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Fashion Week
Donatella Versace: The Blonde Takes LA
Hollywood has always been close to the designer’s heart, so it was pure kismet that Donatella showed her latest collection in Los Angeles three days before the Oscars.
Donatella Versace: The Blonde Takes LA
Hollywood has always been close to the designer’s heart, so it was pure kismet that Donatella showed her latest collection in Los Angeles three days before the Oscars.
Retail
Can Frame Be a Fashion Brand?
Ten years after inception, the fast-growing premium jeans maker is betting on the power of the runway.
Can Frame Be a Fashion Brand?
Ten years after inception, the fast-growing premium jeans maker is betting on the power of the runway.
Luxury
How Hedi Slimane Doubled Celine Sales
The brand, which has surpassed €2 billion in annual revenue, celebrated its momentum with a fashion show-meets-concert in Los Angeles, where the biggest rock star was arguably the designer.
How Hedi Slimane Doubled Celine Sales
The brand, which has surpassed €2 billion in annual revenue, celebrated its momentum with a fashion show-meets-concert in Los Angeles, where the biggest rock star was arguably the designer.
Retail
Skechers Says Escorted Ye Out of LA Office After Rapper Arrived ‘Unannounced’
The footwear maker “has no intention of working with West,” it said in a statement.
Skechers Says Escorted Ye Out of LA Office After Rapper Arrived ‘Unannounced’
The footwear maker “has no intention of working with West,” it said in a statement.
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.