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Beauty

J.C. Penney, Sephora Settle Dispute Over Beauty Boutiques

J.C. Penney is struggling to refinance billions in loans and missed a debt payment last month, although the chain is current on its rent.

Beauty

J.C. Penney, Sephora Settle Dispute Over Beauty Boutiques

J.C. Penney is struggling to refinance billions in loans and missed a debt payment last month, although the chain is current on its rent.


Luxury

Bernard Arnault Plans for LVMH Rebound

Historically, Europe’s richest man has made a career out of investing through downturns when his competitors were too weakened or too skittish to forge ahead. Even though his net worth has dwindled more than $30 billion during the crisis, his luxury conglomerate LVMH is going ahead with much of its spending plans.

Luxury

Bernard Arnault Plans for LVMH Rebound

Historically, Europe’s richest man has made a career out of investing through downturns when his competitors were too weakened or too skittish to forge ahead. Even though his net worth has dwindled more than $30 billion during the crisis, his luxury conglomerate LVMH is going ahead with much of its spending plans.


Retail

Can Neiman Marcus Survive Bankruptcy?

Beyond restructuring its $5 billion of debt, the Dallas-based luxury department store chain still needs to reinvent itself to survive in the long run, experts say.

Retail

Can Neiman Marcus Survive Bankruptcy?

Beyond restructuring its $5 billion of debt, the Dallas-based luxury department store chain still needs to reinvent itself to survive in the long run, experts say.


Retail

Op-Ed | In a Crisis, Looking Good Really Can Help Us Feel Good

Fashion doesn’t just reflect our inner selves; it can also have psychological effects that actually change how we think, feel and act, argues Carolyn Mair.

Retail

Op-Ed | In a Crisis, Looking Good Really Can Help Us Feel Good

Fashion doesn’t just reflect our inner selves; it can also have psychological effects that actually change how we think, feel and act, argues Carolyn Mair.


Sustainability

Fashion's Sustainability Goals Threatened By the Crisis

In the midst of the pandemic, brands are continuing to make big, long-term commitments to environmental and social goals, but with money tight, progress is likely to be fraught.

Sustainability

Fashion's Sustainability Goals Threatened By the Crisis

In the midst of the pandemic, brands are continuing to make big, long-term commitments to environmental and social goals, but with money tight, progress is likely to be fraught.


China

After Coronavirus, Young Chinese Consumers Are Selling Their Goods

Many Gen-Z and Millenial shoppers are offloading possessions and embracing a new-found less-is-more attitude.  

China

After Coronavirus, Young Chinese Consumers Are Selling Their Goods

Many Gen-Z and Millenial shoppers are offloading possessions and embracing a new-found less-is-more attitude.  


Retail

The Holiday Season Is Already Looking Grim

Disrupted supply chains and high unemployment do not bode well for the all-important Christmas shopping period.

Retail

The Holiday Season Is Already Looking Grim

Disrupted supply chains and high unemployment do not bode well for the all-important Christmas shopping period.


Retail

J.C. Penney Sues to Block Sephora From Closing In-Store Boutiques

Sephora has complained about boutique employees being furloughed during the pandemic and is demanding that all hard surfaces be cleaned with a special electrostatic spray.

Retail

J.C. Penney Sues to Block Sephora From Closing In-Store Boutiques

Sephora has complained about boutique employees being furloughed during the pandemic and is demanding that all hard surfaces be cleaned with a special electrostatic spray.


Media

Fashion and Music Find New Ways to Partner in the Pandemic

It may be a while before concerts and red carpets are allowed again, but luxury brands are finding creative ways to engage with the music industry in the meantime.

Media

Fashion and Music Find New Ways to Partner in the Pandemic

It may be a while before concerts and red carpets are allowed again, but luxury brands are finding creative ways to engage with the music industry in the meantime.


Retail

The Big Keep Getting Bigger in the Pandemic-Rearranged Economy

Antitrust experts fear that as the largest companies increase market shares, decimated firms might disappear or have little choice but to sell out at fire-sale prices — and that lawmakers will be under pressure not to stand in the way as the economy struggles to recover.

Retail

The Big Keep Getting Bigger in the Pandemic-Rearranged Economy

Antitrust experts fear that as the largest companies increase market shares, decimated firms might disappear or have little choice but to sell out at fire-sale prices — and that lawmakers will be under pressure not to stand in the way as the economy struggles to recover.