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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Renowned Fashion Photographer Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Model
"The lawsuit described actions by Weber that made Boyce 'clearly uncomfortable' under the guise of furthering his modeling career."
Renowned Fashion Photographer Bruce Weber Accused of Sexual Misconduct by Model
"The lawsuit described actions by Weber that made Boyce 'clearly uncomfortable' under the guise of furthering his modeling career."
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Lingerie Startup Settles FTC Suit over Deceptive Subscriptions
An investigation into Adore Me last year uncovered customer grievances alleging that the company made it difficult to unsubscribe from the service.
Lingerie Startup Settles FTC Suit over Deceptive Subscriptions
An investigation into Adore Me last year uncovered customer grievances alleging that the company made it difficult to unsubscribe from the service.
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Aquazzura Settles Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Ivanka Trump
The lawsuit, filed in 2016, said Trump copied the design of the Italian brand's $785 "Wild Thing" shoe for her own discount "Hettie" model, which sold for $130.
Aquazzura Settles Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Against Ivanka Trump
The lawsuit, filed in 2016, said Trump copied the design of the Italian brand's $785 "Wild Thing" shoe for her own discount "Hettie" model, which sold for $130.
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Amazon Given $294 Million Bill in EU Tax Crackdown
Amazon has become the latest US giant to run afoul of the bloc’s tough rules on government subsidies, while the EU announced it is suing Ireland for failing to recover last year’s record $15.3 billion bill from Apple Inc.
Amazon Given $294 Million Bill in EU Tax Crackdown
Amazon has become the latest US giant to run afoul of the bloc’s tough rules on government subsidies, while the EU announced it is suing Ireland for failing to recover last year’s record $15.3 billion bill from Apple Inc.
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Estée Lauder Sued for Discriminating Against New Fathers
The company’s parental leave policy allows new fathers to take two weeks of paid leave, while new mothers get six weeks, according to a lawsuit filed with the US Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.
Estée Lauder Sued for Discriminating Against New Fathers
The company’s parental leave policy allows new fathers to take two weeks of paid leave, while new mothers get six weeks, according to a lawsuit filed with the US Equal Employment Opportunities Commission.
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Tiffany & Co May Recover $19.4 Million in Case Against Costco
A federal judge has ordered Costco to pay at least $19.4 million in damages to Tiffany & Co over the illegal sale of counterfeit diamond engagement rings bearing the "Tiffany" name.
Tiffany & Co May Recover $19.4 Million in Case Against Costco
A federal judge has ordered Costco to pay at least $19.4 million in damages to Tiffany & Co over the illegal sale of counterfeit diamond engagement rings bearing the "Tiffany" name.
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Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.
Gucci Escalates Legal Battle with Forever 21
The Italian luxury brand has filed a lawsuit against Forever 21 for allegedly knocking off its trademark 'blue-red-blue' and 'green-red-green' stripe webbing as it ramps up its legal battle with the American fast fashion chain.
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Jenner Sisters' Label Says Only Two Tupac Shakur T-shirts Sold
The Kendall + Kylie brand released a statement in response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed Friday.
Jenner Sisters' Label Says Only Two Tupac Shakur T-shirts Sold
The Kendall + Kylie brand released a statement in response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed Friday.
Luxury
EU Court to Weigh In on Luxury Brands' Attempts to Ban Online Sales
Owners of luxury brands have been fighting with online retailers for the last decade, arguing that they should have the right to choose who distributes their products to protect their luxury image and exclusivity.
EU Court to Weigh In on Luxury Brands' Attempts to Ban Online Sales
Owners of luxury brands have been fighting with online retailers for the last decade, arguing that they should have the right to choose who distributes their products to protect their luxury image and exclusivity.
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Lawsuit: Tiffany Pushed Out Employee with Cancer Mutation
Tiffany & Co. is fighting the lawsuit and said it believes the allegations are "completely without merit."
Lawsuit: Tiffany Pushed Out Employee with Cancer Mutation
Tiffany & Co. is fighting the lawsuit and said it believes the allegations are "completely without merit."
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Carolina Herrera is Suing Oscar de la Renta over Hiring of Monse Designer
"The fashion house hopes to block Laura Kim, former House of Herrera consultant and co-founder of Monse, from joining Oscar de la Renta until April."
Carolina Herrera is Suing Oscar de la Renta over Hiring of Monse Designer
"The fashion house hopes to block Laura Kim, former House of Herrera consultant and co-founder of Monse, from joining Oscar de la Renta until April."
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Social Goods | Tamara Mellon Sues Jimmy Choo, Philip Green Under Fire, Modest Models
This week, Tamara Mellon filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Choo, while UK lawmakers turned up the heat on Sir Philip Green.
Social Goods | Tamara Mellon Sues Jimmy Choo, Philip Green Under Fire, Modest Models
This week, Tamara Mellon filed a lawsuit against Jimmy Choo, while UK lawmakers turned up the heat on Sir Philip Green.
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.