Glossy Pop Newsletter: Why ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ Is the Collaborator Fashion and Beauty Brands Have Been Waiting For
The upcoming release of “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is sparking a wave of fashion and beauty brand collaborations, echoing the merch‑driven success of the 2023 “Barbie” film. Tweezerman has unveiled a DWP2‑themed tweezers collection, while Lancôme secured the official skin‑care partnership, aligning its new Longevity MD line with the movie’s narrative. Tangle Teezer introduced a red‑black detangling brush sold through major retailers, leveraging the franchise’s nostalgia. Industry analysts project a $66 million opening weekend, promising significant exposure for participating brands.
Luxury Briefing: Kering’s Brand-by-Brand Reset, From Gucci to McQueen
Kering’s CEO Luca de Meo used the Capital Markets Day to unveil a brand‑by‑brand reset aimed at streamlining the group’s luxury portfolio. The plan calls for fewer SKUs, reduced store footprints and a tighter definition of each house’s core identity, starting...
The 5 Fashion Rules for Wearable Tech
Wearable tech is gaining traction as Meta signs a 10‑year Manhattan lease to sell Ray‑Ban glasses, while Apple and Google prepare competing smart‑glasses. Industry insiders identify five rules for success: stylish design, clear utility, fashion brand partnerships, organic influencer adoption,...
At Capital Markets Day, Kering Outlines Next Step for Beauty Business, L’Oréal Partnership
Kering announced at its Florence Capital Markets Day that beauty will be anchored in a new "Kering Next" division, signaling a strategic shift from licensing to a growth engine. The group will deepen its partnership with L’Oréal, leveraging the cosmetics...
Wonderskin CEO Michael Malinsky on Turning a Viral Product Into a Thriving Beauty Brand
Wonderskin, founded by Michael Malinsky in 2020, turned a TikTok‑viral metallic blue lip‑stain into a multi‑category beauty brand. The $22 Wonder Blading Lip Stain Peel‑Off Mask has sold over 6 million units, fueling a 300% revenue surge that hit roughly $125 million...
Exclusive: Dr. Joyce Park Enters Hair Care with Science-Backed Brand Kerativ
Dermatologist Dr. Joyce Park, known as @teawithmd, is launching Kerativ, a science‑backed hair‑care line targeting scalp health and telogen effluvium. The brand debuts on April 28 with a $44 Redensify Reset Shampoo and a $65 Treatment Serum, both formulated with...
Fashion Briefing: Gold Prices Are Skyrocketing, Squeezing the Jewelry Industry’s Margins in Uncomfortable Ways
Gold prices have surged dramatically, with futures topping $5,500 in January and analysts now projecting levels near $6,000 by year‑end. The rally is fueled by persistent inflation and heightened Middle East tensions, which have reinforced gold’s safe‑haven appeal. This price...
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,...
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...