Luxury Briefing: How Roberto Cavalli is targeting a new generation of shoppers This week, a check-in on Roberto Cavalli, which had its heyday in the ‘90s. Plus, a new members-only app aims to give off-price luxury shopping a refresh, and new data shows new interest in London Fashion Week Men's.
Why Champion is partnering with rising boxing star Fran Hennessy Champion's new collaboration with 19-year-old Fran Hennessy aligns with the company's goal of supporting and amplifying the voices of rising sports stars, with a focus on Gen Z athletes. The boxing champion, who is one of the most promising U.K. talents in the sport, is preparing for the biggest fight...
Fashion Briefing: AI and personalization led conversations at Shoptalk Europe This week, a look at highlights from Shoptalk Europe, where the main topic of conversation was the adoption of AI and personalization strategies by major fashion retailers, and the trend of brands evolving into entertainment companies. The event, which concluded on Wednesday, was a hub of insights and innovations from...
Kiko Milano’s CEO on expanding to the US and targeting Gen Z Kiko Milano has undergone a significant transformation over the last three years. Along with adapting to changing consumer behaviors and expanding its global footprint, it's changed its name from Kiko Cosmetics Milano to Kiko Milano.
The Global Fashion Summit 2024: Lofty goals but limited progress To mark its 15-year anniversary, the Global Fashion Summit, held in Copenhagen from May 21-23, showcased ambitious themes and launched new initiatives. However, beneath the surface of its celebratory veneer, the Summit highlighted critical gaps in the fashion industry's journey toward sustainability and inclusivity. This year's theme, "Unlocking the Next...
Weekend Briefing: More fashion brands are closing Last week, the fashion industry saw significant developments, including the closure of The Vampire’s Wife due to challenging economic conditions. This follows the struggles of other U.K. brands including Ted Baker.
Gymshark is building an inclusive athleisure brand, from headbands to hijabs In the ever-evolving world of athleticwear, inclusivity and cultural sensitivity are becoming paramount for brands. British athleisure brand Gymshark has taken a significant step toward inclusivity by introducing a hijab into its athleticwear line for $30, available globally.
Luxury Briefing: The growing Middle Eastern market presents opportunities and challenges for luxury This week, we take a look at the growing luxury brand opportunity in the Middle East, including what customer service and retail strategies are working for retailers and brands in the region.
Is Shein hijacking TikTok with fake voices and deceptive bots? Over the last six months, whenever Shein has been mentioned negatively on TikTok, a surge of bot accounts has flooded the comments with positive messages that are quickly upvoted, creating a misleading narrative about the brand's popularity and customer satisfaction.