Published September 10, 2025 Spanish fashion giant Inditex used the word “solid” a lot rather than anything more bullish to describe the first-half figures it released on Wednesday. And there’s no denying it was justified in that assessment, as sales rose despite the many challenges out there. But those used to bigger increases may have…
Published September 8, 2025 Stella McCartney has new leadership with Tom Mendenhall, an experienced executive who’s been at Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford and Gucci, named as its new CEO. See catwalkStella McCartney – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight He takes over from Amandine Ohayon, who’s exiting her post after almost two years (she joined in late 2023). But she’ll…
Published September 8, 2025 M.A.C Cosmetics announced on Monday the appointment of Doja Cat as its newest global ambassador, which will see the Grammy-winning artist star in a series of campaigns for the U.S. beauty giant. Doja Cat at the VMAs – M.A.C Cosmetics Kicking off the partnership at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, Doja walked the red carpet in a…
A third of children under five are living in UK homes where this is not enough access to healthy and nutritious food, according to anti-poverty charity Trussell Trust. Surveys by the charity found more than 14 million people in the UK faced the prospect of going hungry last year due to the lack of money….
Published September 10, 2025 Primark’s owner Associated British Foods issued a second-half trading update on Wednesday with the value-focused fashion, beauty and home retailer seeing a UK improvement and a very buoyant US, but a weaker Europe. Photo: Sandra Halliday As it prepares to open its first franchise stores in the Middle East next month,…
Published September 9, 2025 The young fashion chain of the Inditex conglomerate continues to develop its collaboration strategy. On this occasion, Bershka has joined forces with the renowned American streetwear brand of the 2000s, Ecko Unltd., to create a collection that pays tribute to urban style with roots in graffiti, hip-hop, and skateboarding. The result…
Published September 10, 2025 Christian Louboutin Beauty is set to open an immersive NYC pop-up in the heart of Soho, dedicated to its Fétiche fragrance collection. Christian Louboutin Beauty to open Fétiche fragrance pop-up in NYC. – Christian Louboutin Beauty Designed by Wild Buzz Agency, the temporary space offers visitors a sensory journey that brings…
Published September 10, 2025 Designer Brands Inc., the Columbus, Ohio-based owner of the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company and Shoe Warehouse retail chains, announced on Tuesday that net sales decreased 4.2% in the second quarter ended August 2. Designer Brands Q2 sales dip 4.2%. – DSW The company achieved net sales of $739.8 million….
Published September 10, 2025 Everlane has unveiled its Fall 2025 campaign, fronted by Grammy award-winning artist Laufey, marking the brand’s first-ever talent-led campaign. Everlane launches Fall 2025 campaign with Grammy winner Laufey. – Everlane Dubbed “Laufey in Everland”, the campaign introduces a new creative direction for the San Francisco–based retailer. “Partnering with Laufey for our…
By Reuters Published September 10, 2025 Buy-now, pay-later lender Klarna raised $1.37 billion in its U.S. initial public offering, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday, setting the stage for a market debut that could set the trend for high-growth fintech listings. Reuters The Sequoia Capital-backed Swedish company and some of its…
