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30 articlesNew Book ‘Torn’ Challenges Luxury Fashion’s Growth Model
Author Eugene Rabkin explores how luxury's pursuit of growth led to the “merchification” of fashion.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Saudi Arabia’s Beauty Market Booms With Young, Trend-savvy Consumers
Driven by a digitally savvy, youthful population, Saudi Arabia's $8.1 billion beauty market is flourishing, attracting global players like Ulta Beauty and fostering the rise of innovative homegrown brands.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Meet the Man Preserving the Lost Art of the Fragrance Factice
Once a staple of fragrance selling, factices — or, oversized perfume bottle replicas — have all but disappeared in the digital era. But Sudhir Gupta has amassed a collection of thousands, and he wants the world to remember them.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Beauty Inc Editors on Their Favorite August Launches
Our editors choose their standout beauty launches of the month.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Nili Lotan Unveils Fall Ad Campaign Focused on Modern Americana and New Western Boots
The ad campaign was shot by Gray Sorrenti, who has previously shot campaigns for Lotan and is known for her cool, stylish and fresh photography.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Inside the WWD Archive: When WWD’s ‘Chutzpah Ratings’ Revealed Icons Shaping the Zeitgeist
Before "icon" became an overused word, WWD used wit, nerve and cultural insight to identify the people shaping the zeitgeist.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)The 2026 Most Powerful Brands in Beauty
WWD Beauty Inc rounds up the 50 brands that are not only energizing the industry, but charting its future.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)The 2026 Beauty Power Founders
Ten visionary founders whose ideas move beauty forward, lighting the way for others to follow.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)The 2026 Beauty Power Products
These 10 products have helped shape the zeitgeist over the last 12 months, simultaneously propelling their brands to breakthrough status.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Get Ready for Generation Beta, Beauty’s Next Big Demographic Opportunity
The tiniest tots (and their discerning parents) are becoming big business for a new generation of brands looking to reinvent the children's care business.
Aug 21, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Melania Trump Wears Dior and Michael Kors for ‘Fostering the Future’ Event at the White House
The First Lady's announcement was made in advance of this weekend's Freedom 250 Grand Prix.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Marquee Brands to Acquire Roots for $4.10C a Share
The Canadian omnichannel retailer will be operated by Club Monaco and Joe Fresh founder Joe Mimran’s JM&A company.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Trump Calls for ‘Economic D-Day’ on Iran as US Seeks to Restore Hormuz Shipping
The administration is threatening sanctions against countries doing business with the Islamic republic as traffic through the vital oil corridor remains severely curtailed.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)On and FKA Twigs Reunite for a Fall 2026 Collection Centered on Restorative Movement
The Cloudmonster 3 Mule anchors the collection, a recovery-focused slip-on designed for slower tempos and post-movement comfort.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Meghan Markle to Return to Britain With Lifestyle Brand, but No Royal Dress Code
The former “Suits” actress will be running her lifestyle brand from the U.K.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)America’s Trading Partners Question White House Allegations of ‘Great Transshipment Scam’
According to the report, China represents the nucleus of the transshipment issue—an assertion China’s Commerce Ministry said Thursday "disregards facts and distorts the truth.”
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)US Seeks EU Due Diligence Carveout for American Firms
Washington’s demands could limit audits and information requests deeper in fashion’s global supply chains
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Jacob Rott and the Elevator Boys Pay Homage to the Golden Age of Boy Bands With ‘Back to the 90s’
The German language film, which stars the five-member group in their feature film debut, is being released by Amazon Prime on Friday.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)A Masterclass in Eyeliner: Experts Share Tips for Women Over 40
How to achieve a lifted eye aesthetic that lasts.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)This Nike LeBron Sneaker Calls Back to the One Time James Was Snubbed for the NBA All-Star Game
Nike made a version of James' first signature sneaker for the 2004 All-Star Game, which he failed to make as a rookie.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Margaret Qualley Takes Chanel’s Barely-a-Shoe Heels to ‘The Dog Stars’ Premiere
Matthieu Blazy’s cruise 2027 design leaves the foot uncovered apart from an ankle tie and small black heel cap.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Nike’s Stock Troubles Aren’t New, Here’s Why the Crash Is Going Viral Now
Nike's troubles go back to 2020 at the onset of COVID, compounded by a shift from wholesale to direct-to-consumer, and lack of product newness.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Sporty & Rich, Cadillac Partner on Updated Tennis-themed Capsule
The Cadillac Racquet Club line includes updated country club-inspired apparel and accessories.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Coty Targets Portfolio Growth by 2028, Focuses on Innovation and Brand Investment Amid Gucci License Transition
With Gucci Beauty transitioning to L’Oréal in 2027, interim CEO Markus Strobel laid out his strategy during an earnings call with analysts.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Fashion Designer Stephany Hollihan Dies in Helicopter Crash in Kenya
The StudioSensi founder was with her husband Michele Sensi-Contugi, who served as the director general of Ecuador's intelligence agency.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Charting the Rise of Inde Navarrette: From Horror Darling to ‘X-Men’ Star
The actress has been working with stylist Enrique Melendez.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Some AI Recommend A Piece of Garment. This Picks Out Entire Outfits.
Ustyle says its AI can make many different outfit recommendations based on a brand's existing catalog.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Panama Canal Congestion May Push More Imports to West Coast, LA Port Says
Gene Seroka said the port is preparing for a potential influx as vessel backlogs at the canal and the Middle East conflict make West Coast routes more attractive to importers.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Alix Earle and Sister Ashtin Turn ‘Earle Meets World’ Promo Into a Stylish Family Affair With Pumps and Vintage Sandals
The family is promoting their upcoming Netflix reality show, which premieres next month.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)Material World: New Weaves, New Rules and Textile Futures
Unspun renames its 3D weaving tech as Oeko-Tex reshapes its governance, Karl Mayer speeds production and researchers rethink textiles.
Aug 20, 2026·Read at Women's Wear Daily (WWD)