Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
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The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty Celebrate Founder-Led Brands in Los Angeles
Founders and executives from Arrae, Phlur, Danessa Myricks Beauty, Haus Labs, Pattern Beauty, Kosas, Patrick Ta, Ilia, Summer Fridays and One/Size by Patrick Starr gathered in Los Angeles for dinner to celebrate the city’s thriving founder-led beauty community.
The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty Celebrate Founder-Led Brands in Los Angeles
Founders and executives from Arrae, Phlur, Danessa Myricks Beauty, Haus Labs, Pattern Beauty, Kosas, Patrick Ta, Ilia, Summer Fridays and One/Size by Patrick Starr gathered in Los Angeles for dinner to celebrate the city’s thriving founder-led beauty community.
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Custom Fragrance Maker Olfactory NYC Expands to Texas, Charts US Expansion
The personalised perfumery will open a store in Dallas’ upmarket West Village neighbourhood on Oct. 24, its ninth retail location, with more US openings slated to follow.
Custom Fragrance Maker Olfactory NYC Expands to Texas, Charts US Expansion
The personalised perfumery will open a store in Dallas’ upmarket West Village neighbourhood on Oct. 24, its ninth retail location, with more US openings slated to follow.
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How Good Earth Is Sharing India’s Design and Craft Legacy With the World
As the boutique lifestyle brand prepares to open its first flagship store outside of India, BoF sits down with founder and creative director Anita Lal to unpack how she unites traditional Indian artistry with contemporary homeware — while celebrating the communities behind the craft.
How Good Earth Is Sharing India’s Design and Craft Legacy With the World
As the boutique lifestyle brand prepares to open its first flagship store outside of India, BoF sits down with founder and creative director Anita Lal to unpack how she unites traditional Indian artistry with contemporary homeware — while celebrating the communities behind the craft.
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Introducing Full Coverage, a Beauty Newsletter From Priya Rao
The Business of Beauty’s executive editor is bringing back her weekly newsletter, and diving into how shifting ideals, new players and cultural movements are transforming the multi-billion-dollar beauty and wellness industries.
Introducing Full Coverage, a Beauty Newsletter From Priya Rao
The Business of Beauty’s executive editor is bringing back her weekly newsletter, and diving into how shifting ideals, new players and cultural movements are transforming the multi-billion-dollar beauty and wellness industries.
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Balenciaga Launches New Fine Fragrance Collection
Inspired by an original perfume created in the 1940s and long discontinued, the 10-piece collection will be available to purchase on Sept. 10 from select Balenciaga boutiques.
Balenciaga Launches New Fine Fragrance Collection
Inspired by an original perfume created in the 1940s and long discontinued, the 10-piece collection will be available to purchase on Sept. 10 from select Balenciaga boutiques.
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Beauty Chases Its New Rocket Ships
As companies lower their forecasts, brace for tariffs and undertake layoffs, the industry is realising its tried-and-true categories and markets will need reinforcements.
Beauty Chases Its New Rocket Ships
As companies lower their forecasts, brace for tariffs and undertake layoffs, the industry is realising its tried-and-true categories and markets will need reinforcements.
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Calvin Klein Bets on Body Sprays to Be Gen-Z’s Obsession
As the fight for teen relevancy and wallet share intensifies, the Coty-produced fragrance line will launch an all-new collection of affordable body mists.
Calvin Klein Bets on Body Sprays to Be Gen-Z’s Obsession
As the fight for teen relevancy and wallet share intensifies, the Coty-produced fragrance line will launch an all-new collection of affordable body mists.
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Can Designer Perfumes Win Over the Niche Customer?
Luxury fashion brands like Bottega Veneta, Balmain and Rabanne are looking to cash in on the niche fragrance boom with new lines of ultra-premium scents. They face tough competition from more agile indies — and are dealing with a different kind of customer.
Can Designer Perfumes Win Over the Niche Customer?
Luxury fashion brands like Bottega Veneta, Balmain and Rabanne are looking to cash in on the niche fragrance boom with new lines of ultra-premium scents. They face tough competition from more agile indies — and are dealing with a different kind of customer.
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The Niche Perfumers Betting Big on Asia
Interest in niche fragrances is growing the overall perfume market in Asia, which has been historically dwarfed by its skincare and cosmetics segments. Global cult brands like Byredo are refreshing their local efforts to win big.
The Niche Perfumers Betting Big on Asia
Interest in niche fragrances is growing the overall perfume market in Asia, which has been historically dwarfed by its skincare and cosmetics segments. Global cult brands like Byredo are refreshing their local efforts to win big.
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Estée Lauder Companies' Makeover Begins
In order to reverse its sales decline, the company is reportedly considering selling off poorer-performing, lower-margin brands and cutting other costs. Investors want to see the fat trimmed, and more room created for future growth.
Estée Lauder Companies' Makeover Begins
In order to reverse its sales decline, the company is reportedly considering selling off poorer-performing, lower-margin brands and cutting other costs. Investors want to see the fat trimmed, and more room created for future growth.
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Revenge of the Cheap Shampoo
The new “everything shower” costs less than a latte — and about as much as a drugstore shampoo and conditioner, Faran Krentcil writes in Haul of Fame.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: Revenge of the Cheap Shampoo
The new “everything shower” costs less than a latte — and about as much as a drugstore shampoo and conditioner, Faran Krentcil writes in Haul of Fame.
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The Best of BoF 2024: When Beauty Trends Tap Culture
This year, marketing efforts for everything from skincare to fragrance targeted new cohorts — Gen Alpha, male athletes, pet owners, “MomTok” — and across more channels than ever.
The Best of BoF 2024: When Beauty Trends Tap Culture
This year, marketing efforts for everything from skincare to fragrance targeted new cohorts — Gen Alpha, male athletes, pet owners, “MomTok” — and across more channels than ever.
The News in Brief
Ulta Beauty Forecasts Annual Profit Below Estimates
Shares declined in after-hours trading as the beauty retailer expressed a cautious outlook for 2026.
Exclusive: Brita Invests in Shower Filter Firm Hello Klean
The German water filtration firm has acquired a minority stake in Hello Klean, which sells shower heads it claims mitigate the effects of hard water.
AII Launches Industry-First Tool Standardising Measurement of Carbon Emissions
The new tool published by the climate-focused nonprofit aims to create a standardised benchmark across textile facilities to accelerate fashion’s efforts to decarbonise.
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.
Exclusive: Akt London Enters Sephora
The UK label will roll out its hero deodorant to Sephora US doors and launch its full assortment online as the LVMH-owned retailer expands its body care offering.
Zalando Forecasts 2026 Profit Jump Driven by AI Boost
The European retailer forecast a rise in full-year adjusted operating profit and announced a share buyback, citing the productivity and cost-saving benefits of AI.
Lululemon Founder Warns CEO Candidates That Board Needs Overhaul
Chip Wilson wrote an open letter to potential candidates for the activewear brand’s next chief executive warning them of problems at the company.