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.
cosmetics
Partner Content
At Inglot, Leveraging Local Production Amid Global Expansion
Makeup and skincare brand Inglot is ramping up its distribution strategy as it leans into its core value of delivering scientific, research-driven skincare and makeup products. BoF sits down with its newly-appointed CEO to learn more.
At Inglot, Leveraging Local Production Amid Global Expansion
Makeup and skincare brand Inglot is ramping up its distribution strategy as it leans into its core value of delivering scientific, research-driven skincare and makeup products. BoF sits down with its newly-appointed CEO to learn more.
Beauty
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: A Vibe Check for Sustainable Brands
Will they fare better than sustainable fashion labels?
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: A Vibe Check for Sustainable Brands
Will they fare better than sustainable fashion labels?
Beauty
Why Everyone Is in Love With Blush Again
Once thought of as a somewhat dowdy, staid product, younger consumers are now embracing blush, wearing multiple products, formulas and shades as part of their daily look.
Why Everyone Is in Love With Blush Again
Once thought of as a somewhat dowdy, staid product, younger consumers are now embracing blush, wearing multiple products, formulas and shades as part of their daily look.
Partner Content
At Front Row, Accelerating New Routes to the Consumer
Formed of five different agencies with complementing areas of expertise, Front Row partners with beauty, health, wellness, and consumer brands to accelerate their e-commerce growth. Here, its chief brand officer, Christopher Skinner, shares the challenges and opportunities in reaching new consumers.
At Front Row, Accelerating New Routes to the Consumer
Formed of five different agencies with complementing areas of expertise, Front Row partners with beauty, health, wellness, and consumer brands to accelerate their e-commerce growth. Here, its chief brand officer, Christopher Skinner, shares the challenges and opportunities in reaching new consumers.
Workplace & Talent
Amid Black Beauty Brand Closures, Glossier Ups Financial Support
Two of the brand's previous grantees — The Established and Ceylon — which each received a $50,000 infusion from Glossier just years ago, have closed their businesses due to a rough financial climate. With fresh injections of capital, the beauty label is hoping it can help others avoid the same fate.
Amid Black Beauty Brand Closures, Glossier Ups Financial Support
Two of the brand's previous grantees — The Established and Ceylon — which each received a $50,000 infusion from Glossier just years ago, have closed their businesses due to a rough financial climate. With fresh injections of capital, the beauty label is hoping it can help others avoid the same fate.
Global Markets
Inside Thailand’s Booming Beauty Sector
The growing popularity of ‘T-beauty’ brands across Asia has made their home country an increasingly important market for global players.
Inside Thailand’s Booming Beauty Sector
The growing popularity of ‘T-beauty’ brands across Asia has made their home country an increasingly important market for global players.
Beauty
Met Gala 2024 Beauty Trends: Boho Princesses and Bling Queens Embrace Garden Fairytale
While light on obvious social stunts, the 2024 Met Gala still had its share of trending beauty moments this year.
Met Gala 2024 Beauty Trends: Boho Princesses and Bling Queens Embrace Garden Fairytale
While light on obvious social stunts, the 2024 Met Gala still had its share of trending beauty moments this year.
Sustainability
Brands Struggle to Get Sustainability Marketing Right
This week, Sephora announced plans to double down on ‘green’ and ‘clean’ product labels, leaning into an increasingly risky marketing tactic even as a greenwashing crackdown has prompted other brands to pull back.
Brands Struggle to Get Sustainability Marketing Right
This week, Sephora announced plans to double down on ‘green’ and ‘clean’ product labels, leaning into an increasingly risky marketing tactic even as a greenwashing crackdown has prompted other brands to pull back.
Beauty
Bobbi Brown on a Lifetime Perfecting the Natural Look
The makeup guru reflects on the origins of her signature minimalist aesthetic, and why she’s building her latest start-up, Jones Roads Beauty, differently than her Estée Lauder-owned namesake brand.
Bobbi Brown on a Lifetime Perfecting the Natural Look
The makeup guru reflects on the origins of her signature minimalist aesthetic, and why she’s building her latest start-up, Jones Roads Beauty, differently than her Estée Lauder-owned namesake brand.
Beauty
Beauty’s Biggest Players Are on Fire — With One Exception
Speed, innovation, hero brands and young shoppers prove to be top levers in this week earnings.
Beauty’s Biggest Players Are on Fire — With One Exception
Speed, innovation, hero brands and young shoppers prove to be top levers in this week earnings.
Beauty
Lashes, Brows, Botox: How Much is Too Much?
No longer the domain of the elite, lash extensions, brow treatments, injectables and more have become part of mainstream consumers’ beauty maintenance routines. But online backlash is brewing against growing pressure for elaborate upkeep.
Lashes, Brows, Botox: How Much is Too Much?
No longer the domain of the elite, lash extensions, brow treatments, injectables and more have become part of mainstream consumers’ beauty maintenance routines. But online backlash is brewing against growing pressure for elaborate upkeep.
Beauty
There’s More to Building a Beauty Brand Than Selling Lipstick
The most inspiring fashion brands from Comme des Garçons to Balenciaga are able to satisfy customer desire and still make sales targets. The same can be done in beauty, writes Isamaya Ffrench.
There’s More to Building a Beauty Brand Than Selling Lipstick
The most inspiring fashion brands from Comme des Garçons to Balenciaga are able to satisfy customer desire and still make sales targets. The same can be done in beauty, writes Isamaya Ffrench.
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.