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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News & Analysis
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
Outdoor Voices Seeks Its Second Act
The brand that helped define the athleisure aesthetic faces stiff competition from new labels and activewear giants. Founder Tyler Haney says she has a plan to stand apart, including the launch of its first swimwear line.
China
Li Ning Spars With Nike and Adidas
Hungry for more of China’s $33 billion sportswear market, Li Ning wants to outdo the competition. This week, the Chinese giant will reveal a collaboration with a major international designer at its Paris fashion show.
Li Ning Spars With Nike and Adidas
Hungry for more of China’s $33 billion sportswear market, Li Ning wants to outdo the competition. This week, the Chinese giant will reveal a collaboration with a major international designer at its Paris fashion show.
News & Analysis
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
Sorry, But Athleisure Is Not Dead
Growth in activewear may be slowing, but significant opportunity remains at the intersection of fashion and fitness — whatever people say about the term athleisure.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Names Chief Financial Officer as CEO Search Continues
Patrick Guido, who goes by PJ, is a veteran of VF Corp. and Home Depot.
Lululemon Names Chief Financial Officer as CEO Search Continues
Patrick Guido, who goes by PJ, is a veteran of VF Corp. and Home Depot.
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Lululemon Searches for New CEO Amid Controversy
As the company looks to rebound after inappropriate workplace behaviour by chief executive Laurent Potdevin, his replacement will need to grow the company internationally while rehabilitating its internal culture.
Lululemon Searches for New CEO Amid Controversy
As the company looks to rebound after inappropriate workplace behaviour by chief executive Laurent Potdevin, his replacement will need to grow the company internationally while rehabilitating its internal culture.
News & Analysis
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Betting on Denim Revival
Jeans have struggled to beat back more comfortable styles such as leggings and yoga wear, but fashion brands are renewing their focus on denim.
News & Analysis
Lululemon's Split With CEO Said to Involve Employee Relationship
Investors have largely taken the shake-up in stride, with shares tumbling in late trading on Monday, and gaining on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Lululemon's Split With CEO Said to Involve Employee Relationship
Investors have largely taken the shake-up in stride, with shares tumbling in late trading on Monday, and gaining on Tuesday and Wednesday.
News & Analysis
Lululemon Rallies After Dispelling Fears of an Athleisure Bubble
The yoga-pants maker topped analysts’ estimates with its third-quarter sales and profit, allaying fears that the athleisure market has lost a step.
Lululemon Rallies After Dispelling Fears of an Athleisure Bubble
The yoga-pants maker topped analysts’ estimates with its third-quarter sales and profit, allaying fears that the athleisure market has lost a step.
News & Analysis
SoulCycle Partners With Public School
SoulCycle’s latest retail collaboration, a line of high-end workout clothing designed in tandem with streetwear brand Public School, was unveiled during a SoulCycle class that doubled as fashion show.
SoulCycle Partners With Public School
SoulCycle’s latest retail collaboration, a line of high-end workout clothing designed in tandem with streetwear brand Public School, was unveiled during a SoulCycle class that doubled as fashion show.
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Reebok Partners with Pyer Moss Designer Kerby Jean-Raymond
The designer, known for his commitment to social justice, is set to launch two separate projects with the athletics brand, one of which will debut during NYFW.
Reebok Partners with Pyer Moss Designer Kerby Jean-Raymond
The designer, known for his commitment to social justice, is set to launch two separate projects with the athletics brand, one of which will debut during NYFW.
News & Analysis
Lululemon's Lack of Patents Makes It Vulnerable to Amazon Attack
According to a new report, the yogawear maker lacks the intellectual property needed to mount a defence against the e-commerce giant, who began using a top Lululemon supplier for its private-label athletic wear line.
Lululemon's Lack of Patents Makes It Vulnerable to Amazon Attack
According to a new report, the yogawear maker lacks the intellectual property needed to mount a defence against the e-commerce giant, who began using a top Lululemon supplier for its private-label athletic wear line.
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Lululemon Soars After Shrugging Off Athletic Industry's Woes
Shares of the retailer surged after the company posted second-quarter profit and sales that topped analysts’ estimates.
Lululemon Soars After Shrugging Off Athletic Industry's Woes
Shares of the retailer surged after the company posted second-quarter profit and sales that topped analysts’ estimates.
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.