Exclusive: Deciem to Relaunch The Chemistry Brand
The Estée Lauder-owned beauty company and The Ordinary parent will relaunch one of its original brands as it moves to rekindle its reputation for incubation.
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Luxury
Sneakers: Luxury’s Gateway to Millennials
Luxury sneakers are the ultimate status symbols for a new generation of consumers. Now brands like Balenciaga, Versace and Gucci are upping their game.
Sneakers: Luxury’s Gateway to Millennials
Luxury sneakers are the ultimate status symbols for a new generation of consumers. Now brands like Balenciaga, Versace and Gucci are upping their game.
Luxury
Manolo Blahnik Bets on Men’s Shoes
The footwear designer is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20 percent of the business.
Manolo Blahnik Bets on Men’s Shoes
The footwear designer is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20 percent of the business.
News & Analysis
Tod's Owner Says CEO Will 'Conduct Orchestra' at Italian Luxury Group
Tod's has embarked on a new strategy, with the launch of multiple collections throughout the year as well as focusing on more traditional products.
Tod's Owner Says CEO Will 'Conduct Orchestra' at Italian Luxury Group
Tod's has embarked on a new strategy, with the launch of multiple collections throughout the year as well as focusing on more traditional products.
News & Analysis
Footwear Industry Slams Trump's Claim That Canadians Smuggle Shoes
If Trump is concerned about treating American footwear companies and consumers fairly, then he should have signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America said.
Footwear Industry Slams Trump's Claim That Canadians Smuggle Shoes
If Trump is concerned about treating American footwear companies and consumers fairly, then he should have signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership, Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America said.
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Consumers Want to Eat Beef, Not Wear It, Sending Leather Prices Plummeting
More American shoppers want to cover their feet in animal-free footwear.
Consumers Want to Eat Beef, Not Wear It, Sending Leather Prices Plummeting
More American shoppers want to cover their feet in animal-free footwear.
Luxury
Louboutin Wins EU Court Battle Over Trademark Red Soles
The French designer went to court in The Netherlands to prevent a high street chain from selling its own versions of high-heeled shoes with red soles.
Louboutin Wins EU Court Battle Over Trademark Red Soles
The French designer went to court in The Netherlands to prevent a high street chain from selling its own versions of high-heeled shoes with red soles.
Luxury
Fashion and Sport Brands Clash in Luxury Sneakers Race
Gucci, Prada and Balenciaga are increasingly looking to sneakers for growth, putting them in direct competition with sportswear giants like Nike and Adidas.
Fashion and Sport Brands Clash in Luxury Sneakers Race
Gucci, Prada and Balenciaga are increasingly looking to sneakers for growth, putting them in direct competition with sportswear giants like Nike and Adidas.
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US Court Protects Adidas' Stan Smith Shoe from Skechers
A US court said that Adidas can protect its famous Stan Smith tennis shoe against an alleged Skechers copy, but that Skechers could sell another shoe mimicking Adidas' familiar "three-stripe" design.
US Court Protects Adidas' Stan Smith Shoe from Skechers
A US court said that Adidas can protect its famous Stan Smith tennis shoe against an alleged Skechers copy, but that Skechers could sell another shoe mimicking Adidas' familiar "three-stripe" design.
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Adidas Sees Ongoing Sourcing Shift from China to Vietnam
Factories in Vietnam produced 44 percent of Adidas footwear volume in 2017, up from 31 percent in 2012.
Adidas Sees Ongoing Sourcing Shift from China to Vietnam
Factories in Vietnam produced 44 percent of Adidas footwear volume in 2017, up from 31 percent in 2012.
Luxury
Nicholas Kirkwood To Show During London Fashion Week
The LVMH-owned footwear brand will be moving its Paris presentation to London for an experiential show in September.
Nicholas Kirkwood To Show During London Fashion Week
The LVMH-owned footwear brand will be moving its Paris presentation to London for an experiential show in September.
Luxury
Capitalising on the Footwear Opportunity
The €18 billion luxury shoe business is one of the fastest-growing categories in the market. But performance is notably inconsistent from brand to brand.
Capitalising on the Footwear Opportunity
The €18 billion luxury shoe business is one of the fastest-growing categories in the market. But performance is notably inconsistent from brand to brand.
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Report: Nine West Nears Bankruptcy, Plans to Sell Footwear Brand
The US fashion footwear company intends to file for bankruptcy as soon as this week, with a plan to sell the intellectual property of its flagship brand to Authentic Brands Group, say sources.
Report: Nine West Nears Bankruptcy, Plans to Sell Footwear Brand
The US fashion footwear company intends to file for bankruptcy as soon as this week, with a plan to sell the intellectual property of its flagship brand to Authentic Brands Group, say sources.
The News in Brief
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.
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.