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Selena Gomez is bringing her signature vision of confidence, comfort and emotional connection to the world of fragrance. On August 7, the Rare Beauty founder will launch Rare Eau de Parfum, the brand’s first fine fragrance, available at RareBeauty.com and select global retailers. The debut marks a new chapter for Rare Beauty, building on the […]

Footwear label JAK continues its UK expansion with an upcoming launch at high-end London department store Harvey Nichols. The minimalist Portuguese footwear brand will debut at the Knightsbridge department store on 20 September as part of its ongoing UK expansion.  Having already built “a loyal global following”, this is the latest stage of the direct-to-consumer

With the pandemic now long disappeared from the rearview mirror, the UK’s commercial property sector continues to prosper year-on-year.  And reflecting that performance is Shaftesbury Capital, reporting Tuesday (29 July) that half-year results to 30 June saw an ongoing “strong performance”, according to CEO Ian Hawksworth, who talked of “growth in rents, earnings, dividends, valuation

Luxury Italian footwear and accessories brand Santoni has opened a pop-up store in Harrods Knightsbridge taking its place in the Harrods Shoe Heaven space until 31 August. The main point of reference will be the brand’s Sibille pump for the AW25 season as a “defining statement of modern femininity — the cornerstone of the contemporary woman’s

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published July 29, 2025 Seaside luxury is no longer just a summer flirtation—it’s a full-season strategy. From Dior to Dolce & Gabbana, fashion’s biggest names are turning coastal destinations into branded playgrounds. High-end hotels, beach clubs, and restaurants are being transformed into immersive brand spaces, blending lifestyle, leisure, and luxury in

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published July 29, 2025 For the first time in 15 years, consumer fashion brands may surpass luxury labels in market dominance, according to AI-powered research by Retviews. Economic uncertainty and pricing shifts are accelerating this trend. Luxury goods sales continue to decline amid global economic headwinds. – Saks Shaken by

Coty has launched an addition to its Burberry Goddess women’s fragrance franchise with the debut of Burberry Goddess Parfum – which it described as “a celebration of the strength, confidence and kindness within”. Created by perfumer Amandine Clerc-Marie, the new Parfum “introduces unexpected twists” after she “amplified the power and sensuality of the three signature

By Bloomberg Published July 29, 2025 L’Oréal, the French beauty giant known for brands such as Lancôme, Maybelline and CeraVe, reported weaker-than-expected sales in the second quarter, as a slowdown in North Asia, travel retail, and its core European market weighed on results. L’Oréal Q2 sales miss expectations as global demand softens – L’Oréal Quarterly

As the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution gathers pace, THG Studios is proving to be a major early adopter.  The UK e-commerce firm’s creative agency has launched its latest Virtual Production (VP) capability following further investment in technology, worth seven figures so far, it says. It notes the investment in cutting-edge technologies “will maximise brand budgets by unlocking a new

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published July 29, 2025 Première Vision Paris returns from September 16 to 18 with 1,000 exhibitors, including 12% first-time participants. This edition will broaden its professional offering as GL Events introduces a dedicated beauty segment, making its debut at the show. Première Vision Paris confirms debut of beauty in upcoming