Must Read: Nike Cuts 1,400 Jobs, Jacob Elordi Is the New Face of Bleu De Chanel
Nike announced a reduction of roughly 1,400 operations roles, representing less than 2% of its global headcount, as part of its "Win Now" turnaround plan. Chanel named Australian actor Jacob Elordi the new face of its Bleu de Chanel L'Exclusif fragrance, succeeding Timothée Chalamet. The Bezos Earth Fund pledged $34 million in grants to accelerate biodegradable and plastic‑free textile research. Meanwhile, U.S. consumers are filing class‑action lawsuits for tariff refunds, and Procter & Gamble reported a 7% rise in Q3 sales to $21.2 billion, driven by beauty products.
Deau: A Skin-Care Brand Influenced by Japanese Culture
Deau, a Florida‑based skin‑care label founded by Hina Mian, draws its ethos from Japanese culture’s emphasis on mastery and restraint. The brand’s flagship Onsen Water Cream, priced at $55, combines high‑strength clinical actives with restorative onsen water and botanicals. Deau’s...
Must Read: Rachel Sennott Stars in Marc Jacobs Pre-Fall 2026 Campaign, Lululemon Names New CEO
Marc Jacobs unveiled its Pre‑Fall 2026 campaign, a scripted micro‑drama called “The Scene” starring actress Rachel Sennott. Lululemon announced former Nike executive Heidi O'Neill will assume the CEO role on September 8, signaling a strategic leadership shift. EssilorLuxottica completed the acquisition...
Noserider Surf Club: A Swimwear Brand for the Fashionable Surfer
Noserider Surf Club, founded by Emma Bukowski, creates upscale women’s swimwear in Bali using recycled fabrics and eco‑luxury Italian lining. Launched in March 2022, the brand now sells $88‑$208 pieces through its own e‑commerce site, a U.S. warehouse, and retail partner...
The Fashion Brands Most Vulnerable to Counterfeiting in 2026
Entrupy’s State of the Fake 2026 report reveals that luxury brands face both high counterfeit volume and varying fake rates. Louis Vuitton leads in submission volume and also records a 54.1% fake rate for sneakers, while Goyard tops the riskiest...
Must Read: Timothée Chalamet Invests in Watchmaker Urban Jürgensen, Moncler Group Reports 12% Revenue Boost in Q1 2026
Actor Timothée Chalamet has become a minority partner and creative advisor at Danish‑Swiss watchmaker Urban Jürgensen, marking his first corporate stake. Meanwhile, Moncler Group posted a 12% rise in Q1 2026 revenue to €880.6 million ($1.03 billion), driven by a 14% jump...
Ikkho: An Elevated Workwear Brand for 'Women in Their Prime'
Ikkho, a London‑based apparel label founded by Ankita Khoje and Shubham Naik, launches an elevated workwear line for women in their prime. The brand blends modern essentials with research‑driven fits, thoughtful proportions and refined silhouettes. Prices range from $81 to $216, with...
Jenni Kayne Is Going Global
Jenni Kayne, the California‑born lifestyle label known for cashmere sweaters and minimalist home goods, announced the launch of international shipping on its e‑commerce site. The rollout initially covers 18 markets across Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, with additional regions slated...
Must Read: GDA Luma Invests in Pat McGrath Labs, Primark to Open NYC Flagship
GDA Luma has injected more than $65 million into Pat McGrath Labs, taking a controlling equity stake as the cosmetics brand emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy and upgrades its supply chain and inventory management. At the same time, fast‑fashion retailer Primark is set...
Autumn PR Is Seeking A PR Assistant In New York
Autumn PR, a boutique agency known for its modern approach to beauty communications, announced a full‑time Beauty PR Assistant opening in New York. The role supports brand‑building activities such as press clipping, awards submissions, and product send‑outs for both emerging...
Victoria Beckham and Gap Reveal First Drop of Multi-Season Collaboration
Victoria Beckham and Gap have launched the first drop of a multi‑season collaboration, a 38‑piece Spring 2026 capsule that goes live on April 24. The collection blends Beckham’s refined silhouettes with Gap’s classic basics, covering denim, jackets, tees and more,...
ICYMI: Samantha Barry Exits 'Glamour,' Inside Diptyque's Candle Redesign & Coachella's 2026 Fashion and Beauty Activations
Editor-in-chief Samantha Barry has left Glamour as Condé Nast announces the closure of its international editions and Self magazine, signaling a major shift in the publishing landscape. Luxury fragrance house Diptyque unveiled a redesign of its flagship candle, updating the...
Must Read: QVC Group Files for Bankruptcy, Allbirds Stock Sinks After AI Pivot
QVC Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to slash its debt from roughly $6.6 billion to about $1.3 billion, promising full payment to unsecured creditors. Meanwhile, Allbirds Inc. saw its shares tumble 36% after a dramatic AI‑centric product pivot that followed a 582%...
The 7 Virtues: An Activist-Founded, B Corp-Certified Fragrance Brand
The 7 Virtues, founded by activist Barb Stegemann, is a B Corp‑certified fragrance brand that transforms orange‑blossom oil sourced from Afghan farmers into clean‑beauty perfumes. Leveraging a Dragons’ Den investment, the company scaled its social‑enterprise model and now sells across...
Samantha Barry Steps Down as Editor in Chief of 'Glamour'
Samantha Barry announced her departure as Glamour editor-in-chief after eight years, citing the magazine’s evolving business model. Her exit follows Condé Nast CEO Roger Lynch’s memo to shut down Glamour’s international editions in Germany, Spain and Mexico and to fold...