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
Social Goods | H&M's Climate Positive Plan, the Path to Model Diversity
This week, H&M announces new sustainability goals and a cynical take on the push for more diverse models.
Social Goods | H&M's Climate Positive Plan, the Path to Model Diversity
This week, H&M announces new sustainability goals and a cynical take on the push for more diverse models.
Sustainability
Social Goods | Makeup and Trans Women, Elle Turkey Age Limit, Conscious Consumerism
This week, makeup proves both friend and foe for trans women, Elle Turkey is declared inappropriate for under 18s, and the sustainability movement comes under fire.
Social Goods | Makeup and Trans Women, Elle Turkey Age Limit, Conscious Consumerism
This week, makeup proves both friend and foe for trans women, Elle Turkey is declared inappropriate for under 18s, and the sustainability movement comes under fire.
News & Analysis
Models Speak Out on Poor Conditions
A new survey on Models.com unearths new allegations of degrading treatment, poor working conditions, racism and more.
Models Speak Out on Poor Conditions
A new survey on Models.com unearths new allegations of degrading treatment, poor working conditions, racism and more.
Fashion Week
The Truth Behind Fashion’s Most Diverse Season Ever
This season’s catwalks were the most diverse ever, according to a new report. But as the definition of diversity broadens, do the numbers reflect a real rise in models of colour?
The Truth Behind Fashion’s Most Diverse Season Ever
This season’s catwalks were the most diverse ever, according to a new report. But as the definition of diversity broadens, do the numbers reflect a real rise in models of colour?
News & Analysis
‘Dominican Power’ on the Catwalk
A wave of new models from the Dominican Republic are scoring major campaigns and runway gigs at fashion week. But what — or who — is really behind their unstoppable ascent?
‘Dominican Power’ on the Catwalk
A wave of new models from the Dominican Republic are scoring major campaigns and runway gigs at fashion week. But what — or who — is really behind their unstoppable ascent?
Sustainability
Nike Releases Hijab, Saint Laurent Ads Spark Backlash
This week, Nike launches the Nike Pro Hijab for female Muslim athletes, while Saint Laurent was forced to modify a controversial advertising campaign over complaints it was degrading to women.
Nike Releases Hijab, Saint Laurent Ads Spark Backlash
This week, Nike launches the Nike Pro Hijab for female Muslim athletes, while Saint Laurent was forced to modify a controversial advertising campaign over complaints it was degrading to women.
News & Analysis
Saint Laurent Told to Modify Ad Campaign After Uproar in France
The ads caused uproar on social media where people called on Saint Laurent to withdraw them.
Saint Laurent Told to Modify Ad Campaign After Uproar in France
The ads caused uproar on social media where people called on Saint Laurent to withdraw them.
News & Analysis
What Really Happened at the Balenciaga Casting?
James Scully made good on his promise at VOICES to name those who engage in the 'cruel and sadistic' abuse of fashion models, citing an incident at last Sunday's Balenciaga casting. Now one of the accused is firing back.
What Really Happened at the Balenciaga Casting?
James Scully made good on his promise at VOICES to name those who engage in the 'cruel and sadistic' abuse of fashion models, citing an incident at last Sunday's Balenciaga casting. Now one of the accused is firing back.
News & Analysis
How James Scully Became Modeling’s Whistle-Blower
"He criticized by name Balenciaga’s casting directors, Maida Gregori Boina and Rami Fernandes, for an incident in which models were allegedly locked
How James Scully Became Modeling’s Whistle-Blower
"He criticized by name Balenciaga’s casting directors, Maida Gregori Boina and Rami Fernandes, for an incident in which models were allegedly locked
News & Analysis
News Bites | IMG Signs Hijab-Wearing Model, Richard Nicoll Blue and More...
In today's News Bites, the hijab-wearing teen who has caught the eye of Carine Roitfeld and Jil Sander co-edits Germany's ZEITmagazin.
News Bites | IMG Signs Hijab-Wearing Model, Richard Nicoll Blue and More...
In today's News Bites, the hijab-wearing teen who has caught the eye of Carine Roitfeld and Jil Sander co-edits Germany's ZEITmagazin.
News & Analysis
Diversity to Rock the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Last season more than 25 percent of the models in shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan were women of colour. New York led the way, with 30.3 percent, and that could rise this year.
Diversity to Rock the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Last season more than 25 percent of the models in shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan were women of colour. New York led the way, with 30.3 percent, and that could rise this year.
News & Analysis
Stephanie Seymour's Flutter with Luxury Lingerie
Inspired by the 'lost art' of getting dressed for bed, the Raven & Sparrow collection will be carried by Barneys exclusively and marks the model's first foray into lingerie.
Stephanie Seymour's Flutter with Luxury Lingerie
Inspired by the 'lost art' of getting dressed for bed, the Raven & Sparrow collection will be carried by Barneys exclusively and marks the model's first foray into lingerie.
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.