Kering’s $3.9 Billion Quarter Shows Gucci Isn’t Fixed Yet
Kering posted first‑quarter revenue of €3.57 billion (about $3.9 billion), down 6% on a reported basis and flat on a comparable basis, as Gucci’s 8% sales decline continues to weigh on the group. While North America showed a 9% rebound for Gucci, China and Europe remain weak, highlighting an uneven recovery. Other Kering brands such as jewelry (+22%) and eyewear (+7%) delivered growth, but they cannot fully offset Gucci’s drag. The company will detail a new turnaround plan at its capital‑markets day in Florence on April 16.
Beauty Briefing: The Business of Being Rachel Zoe
Fashion influencer Rachel Zoe is capitalizing on her recent stint on "Real Housewives" to secure high‑value brand partnerships, expanding her beauty empire beyond traditional styling services. The exposure has translated into multiple endorsement deals and a surge in her social...
Courteney Cox’s Homecourt Doubles Down on Luxe Hand Care with New Exfoliating Product
Homecourt, the home‑care brand founded by Courteney Cox, is expanding its hand‑care line with a new Exfoliating Hand Wash priced at $38. The product, scented with the bestselling Cece fragrance, combines organic rosella, saccharide isomerate and argan oil for up to...
For Mother’s Day, Kendra Scott Invests in Its Largest Influencer Activation to Date
Kendra Scott unveiled its "Mark It: Jewelry for the Moments That Matter" campaign for Mother’s Day, fronted by influencer Sara Foster and featuring more than 200 short‑form videos across TikTok, YouTube, Meta and Pinterest. The effort represents the brand’s largest influencer...
Sol De Janeiro’s Director of Global Influence on the Rise of ‘Non-Followers’ and the New Rules of Social Engagement
Sol de Janeiro’s new director of global influence, Avrielle Cortes, says the brand is shifting from a TikTok‑centric strategy to a fragmented, multi‑platform approach. She highlights the rise of “non‑followers” – viewers reached through algorithmic feeds – as a key...
Can Dolce & Gabbana Stay Independent Through Leadership Changes and the Middle East Crisis?
Dolce & Gabbana is wrestling with more than $520 million in debt while co‑founder Stefano Gabbana steps down as chair but remains in a creative role. The brand, which generated over $2 billion in revenue last year, is seeking $176 million of fresh...
It’s a 10 Haircare Taps Khloé Kardashian as Ambassador, Plots Packaging Rebrand, Book Release for 20th Anniversary
It’s a 10 Haircare, founded by Carolyn Aronson in 2006, is celebrating its 20th anniversary with $500 million in annual retail sales. The brand has appointed Khloé Kardashian as its first global ambassador and is launching a full packaging redesign that will...
Glossy Pop Newsletter: I.AM.GIA Sold 1 Million Blare Tracksuits — Now It’s Betting on Coachella for Its Next Viral Moment
I.AM.GIA’s Blake tracksuit line, launched after founder Alana Pallister sold her house to fund 300,000 units, has now sold 1 million pieces across 44 styles. The brand is turning Coachella 2026 into a live‑marketing blitz, dressing Sexyy Red and her dancers while...
At Coachella, Festival Fashion and Brand Activations Get Modern Updates
Coachella returns to Indio for two weekends, and fashion data shows a surge in interest, with Pinterest searches for “Coachella outfit ideas” up 465% year‑over‑year. Attendees are planning multiple looks—58% of Shein users expect to wear two or more outfits...
Luxury Briefing: Luxury Brands Proceed with Retail Plans in the Middle East
Luxury brands are pressing ahead with new retail projects across the Middle East, signaling confidence in the region’s high‑net‑worth consumer base. Orlebar Brown’s CMO highlighted a strategy built around the luxury travel circuit, while other players such as Saks, Brunello...
Fashion Briefing: How Did Nike’s Embattled Heritage Brand Converse Reach a 15-Year Revenue Low?
Nike’s heritage label Converse has hit its lowest revenue in 15 years, prompting speculation that the sneaker maker may be put up for sale. The brand’s sales slipped to roughly $1.3 billion, with profit margins falling below 5% as direct‑to‑consumer initiatives...
Glossier Built the Modern Beauty Playbook — Now What?
Glossier, the millennial‑born beauty brand that popularized the “clean girl” aesthetic, has entered a new era under CEO Colin Walsh, a former Ouai executive. Since his appointment, the company has slashed roughly a third of its workforce, scaled back its...
Cotopaxi Taps FP Movement to Bring Its Outdoor Gear Into Everyday Wardrobes
Cotopaxi unveiled a limited‑edition four‑piece capsule with FP Movement on April 9, aiming to attract style‑conscious women beyond its core outdoor audience. The collection—featuring a travel pack, messenger‑style bag and five‑panel hat—prices range from $45 to $150. Cotopaxi reported $150 million in...
Ipsy Joins the WNBA Craze as the Official Beauty Partner of the Las Vegas Aces
Ipsy announced a three‑year partnership making it the official beauty partner of the Las Vegas Aces, the WNBA champion team. The deal puts Ipsy’s logo on jerseys, the free‑throw line and arena backboard, and includes game‑day activations and a media‑day...
Beauty Briefing: The Billion-Dollar Business of Bath & Body Works’ Japanese Cherry Blossom
Bath & Body Works is banking on its flagship Japanese Cherry Blossom fragrance to fuel a turnaround, marking the scent's 20th anniversary with new limited‑edition products and heightened marketing. The fragrance now drives more than $1 billion in annual sales, making...
