Fashion Startup Founder Pleads Guilty in $300 Million Fraud
Christine Hunsicker admitted she falsified financial statements to promote CaaStle Inc. as a valuable, growing business when in reality it was struggling.
creative-class / Hair & Make-Up
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: This Makeup Artist Drives Pop Music
From Glossier-themed Bat Mitzvahs to the return of tramp stamps, the week in beauty news.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame: This Makeup Artist Drives Pop Music
From Glossier-themed Bat Mitzvahs to the return of tramp stamps, the week in beauty news.
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The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame
Welcome to Haul of Fame, a weekly roundup of the biggest beauty moments of the week, why they matter … and why some of them might not, even though they sure are gorgeous.
The Business of Beauty Haul of Fame
Welcome to Haul of Fame, a weekly roundup of the biggest beauty moments of the week, why they matter … and why some of them might not, even though they sure are gorgeous.
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How Isamaya Ffrench Is Reinventing Beauty
The make-up wunderkind and BoF 500 cover star is growing a beauty brand that’s less about prettification and more about ‘world building’ for a generation that grew up with the speed and fluidity of the internet.
How Isamaya Ffrench Is Reinventing Beauty
The make-up wunderkind and BoF 500 cover star is growing a beauty brand that’s less about prettification and more about ‘world building’ for a generation that grew up with the speed and fluidity of the internet.
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What Will Define Beauty’s Next Era of Growth?
From skin care and fragrance to colour cosmetics and hair care, the outlook for the global beauty industry is rosy in the years ahead, even amid hyper-competition, channel mix challenges, and rapid innovation and production cycles. The State of Fashion: Beauty explores what lies ahead.
What Will Define Beauty’s Next Era of Growth?
From skin care and fragrance to colour cosmetics and hair care, the outlook for the global beauty industry is rosy in the years ahead, even amid hyper-competition, channel mix challenges, and rapid innovation and production cycles. The State of Fashion: Beauty explores what lies ahead.
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The State of Fashion Special Edition | The New Face of Beauty
The special edition of The State of Fashion report by BoF and McKinsey & Company explores the reshaping of the global beauty industry. Download the full report to learn about the key dynamics that will impact all categories in the years ahead, from the rise of wellness to the influence of Gen-Z.
The State of Fashion Special Edition | The New Face of Beauty
The special edition of The State of Fashion report by BoF and McKinsey & Company explores the reshaping of the global beauty industry. Download the full report to learn about the key dynamics that will impact all categories in the years ahead, from the rise of wellness to the influence of Gen-Z.
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With New Beauty Hall, Selfridges Bets on Hair Inclusivity
The famed London department store is launching a new 3,500 square foot beauty hall dedicated to haircare, combining an offering of new services and products for a range of textures with hair accessories, jewellery and piercing services in one space.
With New Beauty Hall, Selfridges Bets on Hair Inclusivity
The famed London department store is launching a new 3,500 square foot beauty hall dedicated to haircare, combining an offering of new services and products for a range of textures with hair accessories, jewellery and piercing services in one space.
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Makeup Artist Brands Are Beauty’s Best Bet
As frothy beauty valuations come back down to earth, a group of artist-led lines are being primed for acquisition.
Makeup Artist Brands Are Beauty’s Best Bet
As frothy beauty valuations come back down to earth, a group of artist-led lines are being primed for acquisition.
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Why I’m Optimistic About Beauty in 2023
Despite the numerous challenges hurled at the beauty industry the last few years, brands should feel good about the year ahead.
Why I’m Optimistic About Beauty in 2023
Despite the numerous challenges hurled at the beauty industry the last few years, brands should feel good about the year ahead.
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Making Backstage Beauty Better
Beauty will always be on the sidelines at New York Fashion Week, and brands may find sponsorship dollars are better allocated elsewhere.
Making Backstage Beauty Better
Beauty will always be on the sidelines at New York Fashion Week, and brands may find sponsorship dollars are better allocated elsewhere.
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The Return of Makeup
After a year of mask-wearing, all signs point to a comeback for makeup. But like most sectors, the pandemic has reconfigured the category.
The Return of Makeup
After a year of mask-wearing, all signs point to a comeback for makeup. But like most sectors, the pandemic has reconfigured the category.
The News in Brief
Victoria’s Secret Forecasts Its Best Year Since L Brands Split
The underwear company is anticipating net sales of at least $6.85 billion in the current fiscal year, exceeding analyst estimates and marking the highest revenue since its split from L Brands Inc in 2021.
Uniqlo Aims to Grow Tenfold in India With Summer-Centric Clothes
The Japanese brand is accelerating its expansion in India to capture a greater share of the rapidly growing apparel market and affluent consumer base.
Oasis Pressures Kao in Latest Japan Activist Investor Push
Activist fund Oasis Management Co. is calling on the Japanese personal care company to convene an extraordinary general meeting, seeking a probe into its supply-chain risk management and internal control.
American Eagle Forecasts Sales Growth Above Estimates on Demand From Wealthy Shoppers
The retailer surpassed annual sales forecasts but expects a $60 million drag from import tariffs in the first half of 2026.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.
Ross Stores Forecasts Annual Sales Above Estimates on Resilient Demand for Discounted Apparel
Spend growth at off-price chains is among the strongest in retail, with gains across all income segments.
Abercrombie & Fitch Forecasts Muted Annual Sales Amid Tariff Uncertainty
The retailer said it was accounting for the 15 percent tariff announced by US president Donald Trump after the Supreme Court struck down most of his earlier tariffs.