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.
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Financial Markets
Handbags, Apparel Hit as Trump Tariffs Target Consumers
The new list of products subject to duties has been expanded to target categories such as sporting goods and apparel items.
Handbags, Apparel Hit as Trump Tariffs Target Consumers
The new list of products subject to duties has been expanded to target categories such as sporting goods and apparel items.
Luxury
Bottega Veneta Names Daniel Lee New Creative Director
The British designer, who was most recently director of ready-to-wear at Céline, begins July 1.
Bottega Veneta Names Daniel Lee New Creative Director
The British designer, who was most recently director of ready-to-wear at Céline, begins July 1.
Financial Markets
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Men’s Line
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur are expanding their cult label into men’s clothing and accessories.
Mansur Gavriel to Launch Men’s Line
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur are expanding their cult label into men’s clothing and accessories.
News & Analysis
Richemont in Talks to Sell Lancel
The luxury-goods group is in talks to sell Lancel to Italian briefcase maker Piquadro, to put its struggling fashion and accessories business back on track.
Richemont in Talks to Sell Lancel
The luxury-goods group is in talks to sell Lancel to Italian briefcase maker Piquadro, to put its struggling fashion and accessories business back on track.
News & Analysis
Claire's Plans Bankruptcy, With Creditors Taking Over
The fashion accessories chain is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming weeks, according to sources.
Claire's Plans Bankruptcy, With Creditors Taking Over
The fashion accessories chain is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming weeks, according to sources.
Luxury
The Handbag Battlefield: Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada
How are luxury megabrands Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada evolving their strategies in the all-important women’s handbag war?
The Handbag Battlefield: Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada
How are luxury megabrands Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada evolving their strategies in the all-important women’s handbag war?
News & Analysis
Is Wandler the Next Street Style ‘It-Brand’?
This month, our Spotlight shines on Wandler, an Amsterdam-based leather goods brand whose bold, architectural handbags have attracted interest from global retailers in its first season.
Is Wandler the Next Street Style ‘It-Brand’?
This month, our Spotlight shines on Wandler, an Amsterdam-based leather goods brand whose bold, architectural handbags have attracted interest from global retailers in its first season.
Retail
The Psychology of Designer Handbags
Alexandra Shulman reflects on why shoppers invest so much emotionally and financially in one of the luxury industry's most powerful products.
The Psychology of Designer Handbags
Alexandra Shulman reflects on why shoppers invest so much emotionally and financially in one of the luxury industry's most powerful products.
Technology
With Lab-Grown Leather, Modern Meadow Is Engineering a Fashion Revolution
The New Jersey-based start-up is bringing the awesome potential of synthetic biology to the fashion industry, unlocking powerful business, creative and public relations benefits.
With Lab-Grown Leather, Modern Meadow Is Engineering a Fashion Revolution
The New Jersey-based start-up is bringing the awesome potential of synthetic biology to the fashion industry, unlocking powerful business, creative and public relations benefits.
News & Analysis
Three Instagram-Famous Bag Brands with a New Formula for Success
Uniqueness, accessible pricing and a strong social media presence are buoying niche bag brands like Cult Gaia, Staud and Danse Lente.
Three Instagram-Famous Bag Brands with a New Formula for Success
Uniqueness, accessible pricing and a strong social media presence are buoying niche bag brands like Cult Gaia, Staud and Danse Lente.
News & Analysis
Socks, Fashion's New Secret Weapon
Once the preserve of mass-market retailers and specialised hosiery firms, socks have become an accessible staple on fashion’s new frontier.
Socks, Fashion's New Secret Weapon
Once the preserve of mass-market retailers and specialised hosiery firms, socks have become an accessible staple on fashion’s new frontier.
News & Analysis
Stuart Vevers on Selena Gomez as His New Campaign Girl
"For the uninitiated, Gomez is the most followed person on Instagram with 122 million followers."
Stuart Vevers on Selena Gomez as His New Campaign Girl
"For the uninitiated, Gomez is the most followed person on Instagram with 122 million followers."
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.