India’s Nykaa is expanding overseas with the launch of Kay Beauty in the UK through Space NK, aiming to build global visibility while competing with international heavyweights such as L’Oréal and Estée Lauder. Read More
A Deutsche Bank report this week has sent the share prices of a number of UK retailers down on the back of falling consumer confidence, and retailer confidence is low too if the latest CBI retail report is a guide. Read More
Alara, Nigeria’s first fashion and design concept store, blends Yoruba-inspired architecture with African and global luxury. Founder Reni Folawiyo champions “Afro-lux,” redefining African fashion worldwide. Read More
Pandora’s position as one of the world’s major jewellery brands doesn’t mean it’s exhausted all avenues for growth with the 7,800-store Danish brand opening its first London airport store at Gatwick’s South Terminal. Read More
PVH Corp. boosted its forecast for the current year following stronger sales in the second quarter on celebrity partnerships and entertainment deals. Read More
Ralph Lauren will once again outfit the United States Ryder Cup Team, marking the brand’s seventh consecutive partnership with the PGA of America. Read More
Lululemon announced on Tuesday the appointment of Ranju Das to the role of chief AI and technology officer, effective September 2. Read More
Biotech beauty firm Debut announced on Tuesday it has inked $20 million in investments to expand its AI-based ingredient discovery platform and scale its formulation business in the U.S. and Asia. Read More
On August 27, a 50% tariff on Indian goods entering the U.S. is set to come into effect. A prospect that is especially concerning for India’s textile-apparel sector, of which the U.S. is the main client. Read More
Many retailers are diversifying beyond pure retail these days and choosing different ways to do it (think John Lewis’s homes to rent). Frasers Group is also diversifying but its moves retain strong retail links. Read More
