Gucci Beauty’s Identity Crisis
This week, Coty’s agreement to relinquish Gucci’s beauty licence one year ahead of schedule was a major win for Kering…
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The BoF Podcast | Decoding Paris Haute Couture: Wonder, Restraint and the Call of the Void
Amidst a record-breaking heatwave, top brands and independent designers soldiered on, showcasing the creative obsessions and aesthetic shifts that defined…
Adidas Got an Early Lead Stealing the World Cup Spotlight
Data through the end of June suggests Adidas edged out Nike in grabbing attention, but there’s still plenty of time…
Shein Gets Approval for Hong Kong IPO
The e-commerce giant has received approval from a Chinese regulator to move ahead with its planned initial public offering in…
Phia Shopping App Took Credit for Sales It Didn’t Drive
Phia, an advertising startup co-founded by Phoebe Gates, daughter of billionaire Microsoft Corp. co-founder Bill Gates, bills itself as a…
Uniqlo-Owner Fast Retailing’s Shares Slide After Warning on Weak Yen
The Tokyo-based retailer lifted its full-year operating profit forecast but warned that it expected the depreciating yen to drag on…
Covergirl Stops Chasing Gen Z to Focus on Middle-Aged Women
The Coty-owned brand, bought from P&G a decade ago, needs a ‘significant reset.’ It’s hoping Gen X can help it…
Secondhand Chic: Resale’s Appeal to Wealthy Clients
Resale is often perceived as the domain of budget-conscious shoppers, but new research reveals that higher-spending luxury clients are the…
How To Make a Celebrity Fragrance Last Forever
As the billion-dollar White Diamonds franchise celebrates its 35th anniversary, Revlon and the Elizabeth Taylor estate are betting a new…
How To Win on TikTok Shop
As beauty brands rethink distribution, TikTok Shop is becoming an increasingly important piece of the puzzle. On the final morning…