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.
models
News & Analysis
LVMH and Kering Join Forces to Ban Underweight and Underage Models
The two conglomerates said they had signed a charter for "the well-being of models" that also forbids using girls under the age of 16 to pose as adults for shows or shoots.
LVMH and Kering Join Forces to Ban Underweight and Underage Models
The two conglomerates said they had signed a charter for "the well-being of models" that also forbids using girls under the age of 16 to pose as adults for shows or shoots.
News & Analysis
L'Oréal Sacks Transgender Model After Comments on White People
The French cosmetics giant terminated a contract with its first transgender model after she described all white people as racist on Facebook.
L'Oréal Sacks Transgender Model After Comments on White People
The French cosmetics giant terminated a contract with its first transgender model after she described all white people as racist on Facebook.
Media
Models, the New Power Publishers
Social media has turned fashion models into powerful digital publishers, some of whom have far larger audiences than brands or traditional magazines.
Models, the New Power Publishers
Social media has turned fashion models into powerful digital publishers, some of whom have far larger audiences than brands or traditional magazines.
News & Analysis
News Bites | Lucky Blue Smith Joins IMG, Giambattista Valli and Artémis
In today's News Bites, Lucky Blue Smith joins the IMG roster, while Artémis secures a minority stake in Giambattista Valli.
News Bites | Lucky Blue Smith Joins IMG, Giambattista Valli and Artémis
In today's News Bites, Lucky Blue Smith joins the IMG roster, while Artémis secures a minority stake in Giambattista Valli.
News & Analysis
How Richard Avedon Redefined Beauty with “Dovima with Elephants”— and What Happened Next
"The Queens-born model Dovima became the template for high fashion in the 1950s, before her American Dream tale turned tragic."
How Richard Avedon Redefined Beauty with “Dovima with Elephants”— and What Happened Next
"The Queens-born model Dovima became the template for high fashion in the 1950s, before her American Dream tale turned tragic."
News & Analysis
Top Modelling Agencies Move to LA as 'Hollywood-Adjacent' Talent Flocks to Fashion
"Steven Spielberg's daughter, Mel Gibson's son and Paris Jackson are among the talents joining agencies IMG, Wilhelmina and more setting up shop in
Top Modelling Agencies Move to LA as 'Hollywood-Adjacent' Talent Flocks to Fashion
"Steven Spielberg's daughter, Mel Gibson's son and Paris Jackson are among the talents joining agencies IMG, Wilhelmina and more setting up shop in
News & Analysis
The Kendall Jenner Effect: How Long Can it Last?
Commercial tie-ups with the super-influencer may soon yield diminishing returns.
The Kendall Jenner Effect: How Long Can it Last?
Commercial tie-ups with the super-influencer may soon yield diminishing returns.
News & Analysis
Ashley Brokaw and Ulrikke Hoyer Speak on Louis Vuitton Casting Controversy
The casting director for Sunday's Louis Vuitton Cruise show in Kyoto has answered claims by model Ulrikke Hoyer that she was ordered to 'drink only water' and ultimately sent home for being 'too big.'
Ashley Brokaw and Ulrikke Hoyer Speak on Louis Vuitton Casting Controversy
The casting director for Sunday's Louis Vuitton Cruise show in Kyoto has answered claims by model Ulrikke Hoyer that she was ordered to 'drink only water' and ultimately sent home for being 'too big.'
Sustainability
Social Goods | France Puts Model Rights First, The Real Incentive Behind 'Made in America'
This week, France establishes a new approach to its modelling industry, while innovation — rather than nationalism — fuels a new era of US-based manufacturing.
Social Goods | France Puts Model Rights First, The Real Incentive Behind 'Made in America'
This week, France establishes a new approach to its modelling industry, while innovation — rather than nationalism — fuels a new era of US-based manufacturing.
News & Analysis
Intersex and Proud: Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on Finally Celebrating her Body
"When the Belgian model revealed she was intersex earlier this year, she gave voice to something she’d always been told to hide."
Intersex and Proud: Model Hanne Gaby Odiele on Finally Celebrating her Body
"When the Belgian model revealed she was intersex earlier this year, she gave voice to something she’d always been told to hide."
News & Analysis
A New Generation of Casting Directors Putting Diversity First
Amidst criticism of continued whitewashing, a new generation of casting directors is embracing genuine diversity over tokenism.
A New Generation of Casting Directors Putting Diversity First
Amidst criticism of continued whitewashing, a new generation of casting directors is embracing genuine diversity over tokenism.
Marketing
Kendall Jenner Pepsi Ad Draws Outrage
The latest ad from the soft drinks company drew immediate criticism on Twitter, with civil rights advocates saying it trivialised recent street unrest across the United States.
Kendall Jenner Pepsi Ad Draws Outrage
The latest ad from the soft drinks company drew immediate criticism on Twitter, with civil rights advocates saying it trivialised recent street unrest across the United States.
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.