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.
politics
News & Analysis
Did Kanye West Just Kill His Brand?
"Fashion and branding experts say that West's very public support of a divisive leader is a risky move for a designer with a young company, even one
Did Kanye West Just Kill His Brand?
"Fashion and branding experts say that West's very public support of a divisive leader is a risky move for a designer with a young company, even one
News & Analysis
Turning the Focus Back on South Africa
Executives need to keep a close eye on the South African fashion market as it could be poised for a rebound after years in the doldrums. Newly installed president Cyril Ramaphosa has a tall order but industry leaders are emboldened.
Turning the Focus Back on South Africa
Executives need to keep a close eye on the South African fashion market as it could be poised for a rebound after years in the doldrums. Newly installed president Cyril Ramaphosa has a tall order but industry leaders are emboldened.
Financial Markets
What Trump’s Trade War Means for Fashion
As fears of a trade war begin to ebb, the tension felt by supply chain leaders appears to be lifting. But given president Trump’s characteristic unpredictability, the fashion industry is not out of the woods yet.
What Trump’s Trade War Means for Fashion
As fears of a trade war begin to ebb, the tension felt by supply chain leaders appears to be lifting. But given president Trump’s characteristic unpredictability, the fashion industry is not out of the woods yet.
News & Analysis
Fashion Industry Trade Groups Join Trump Tariff Opposition
The AAFA — whose members include Ralph Lauren Corp and Tapestry — the CFDA and the FDRA sent a letter to the White House objecting to the president's expected tariffs on Chinese-imported goods.
Fashion Industry Trade Groups Join Trump Tariff Opposition
The AAFA — whose members include Ralph Lauren Corp and Tapestry — the CFDA and the FDRA sent a letter to the White House objecting to the president's expected tariffs on Chinese-imported goods.
News & Analysis
Social Goods | China's Outsourcing Experiment in Ethiopia, Selling Politics Like a Lifestyle Brand
This week, China is turning Ethiopia into a fast-fashion factory, while Millennial activists and politicians are embracing minimalist design in their merch.
Social Goods | China's Outsourcing Experiment in Ethiopia, Selling Politics Like a Lifestyle Brand
This week, China is turning Ethiopia into a fast-fashion factory, while Millennial activists and politicians are embracing minimalist design in their merch.
Financial Markets
EU Proposes Retaliatory Tariffs Against US Clothing and Cosmetics
The European Union is preparing punitive tariffs on iconic US brands, raising political pressure on President Donald Trump to ditch his plans for taxing steel and aluminium imports.
EU Proposes Retaliatory Tariffs Against US Clothing and Cosmetics
The European Union is preparing punitive tariffs on iconic US brands, raising political pressure on President Donald Trump to ditch his plans for taxing steel and aluminium imports.
News & Analysis
L.L. Bean Raises Minimum Age for Gun Sales
The outdoor gear maker joins a list of retailers putting restrictions on firearm sales following a mass shooting at a Florida high school last month.
L.L. Bean Raises Minimum Age for Gun Sales
The outdoor gear maker joins a list of retailers putting restrictions on firearm sales following a mass shooting at a Florida high school last month.
News & Analysis
Social Goods | Modelling Agencies Enabled Sexual Predators, Zara Appropriated Indian Garments
This week, former agent says she and her colleagues knew about predatory photographers, while Zara appropriates the traditional Indian lungi.
Social Goods | Modelling Agencies Enabled Sexual Predators, Zara Appropriated Indian Garments
This week, former agent says she and her colleagues knew about predatory photographers, while Zara appropriates the traditional Indian lungi.
Financial Markets
4 Davos Themes Fashion Needs to Watch
As business magnates, presidents and economists converged at the 2018 World Economic Forum to discuss the state of the global economy, what important takeaways are there for the fashion industry?
4 Davos Themes Fashion Needs to Watch
As business magnates, presidents and economists converged at the 2018 World Economic Forum to discuss the state of the global economy, what important takeaways are there for the fashion industry?
China
JD.com Says Chinese Companies Finding It Harder to Enter US
Increased protectionism will hurt the American economy, the head of China’s second-largest e-commerce operator said.
JD.com Says Chinese Companies Finding It Harder to Enter US
Increased protectionism will hurt the American economy, the head of China’s second-largest e-commerce operator said.
China
China Steps Up Policing of Multinationals on Sovereignty Issues
China is stepping up its policing of international companies such as Zara, demanding they respect the government’s position on long-standing territorial disputes from Taiwan to Tibet.
China Steps Up Policing of Multinationals on Sovereignty Issues
China is stepping up its policing of international companies such as Zara, demanding they respect the government’s position on long-standing territorial disputes from Taiwan to Tibet.
Financial Markets
Fashion in 2018 | 01. Predictably Unpredictable
In 2018, fashion executives will need to accept the fact that change and instability are fixed features of the current business climate, and to focus their efforts on those aspects of the business that they can control.
Fashion in 2018 | 01. Predictably Unpredictable
In 2018, fashion executives will need to accept the fact that change and instability are fixed features of the current business climate, and to focus their efforts on those aspects of the business that they can control.
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.