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First Brands says it needs US$600 million or ‘it’s game over’
FIRST Brands Group lawyers said the company needs access to its roughly US$600 million of remaining bankruptcy financing to keep the…
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Fashion
For the First Time, Saint Laurent Tops Lyst’s Hottest Brands Ranking
LONDON — Despite a 7 percent slip in revenue in the third quarter of 2025, Saint Laurent was able to claim the top spot in the latest Lyst…
Business
17 exotic cars, US$500,000 private chef: First Brands’ Malaysian-born founder accused of looting US$700 million
Liquidators accuse Patrick James of raising funds with non-existent or doctored invoices At first, the sales invoice said US$179.84.…
Business
Yum Brands mulls Pizza Hut sale as Taco Bell drives third-quarter beat
YUM Brands said on Tuesday it was exploring strategic options for its Pizza Hut chain struggling in a highly competitive fast-food…
Lifestyle
Hot off the Presses: New ‘From Louis to Vuitton’ Coffee Table Book Provides Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Brand’s History
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. What…
Business
Building Brands That Stick in a Saturated Market
Creating a brand that sticks in today’s market is becoming increasingly challenging. Consumers have grown incredibly savvy thanks to…
Fashion
WWD Honors Gala Celebrates Fashion Icons, Industry Leaders and Trailblazing Brands
There’s no discounting the appeal of a true movie star — and Anne Hathaway certainly fits that bill. The actress was resplendent in a…
Fashion
Vietnam boutique brands expand to Singapore amid rising demand
These labels, which do well among Singaporeans on their home turf, are setting up outlets to hawk trendy, affordable fashion Along the…
Business
Luxury brands turn on the charm in China to kindle nascent spending recovery
Brands have flocked to Nanjing Deji Plaza, the country’s top-performing mall in 2024 with sales of 24.5 billion yuan As Chinese shoppers…
Business
Luxury Brands Gravitate to Sydney’s New Look Chatswood Chase
SYDNEY — Luxury is getting some northern exposure in Sydney. On Thursday Vicinity Centres unveiled phase two of its redevelopment of the…
Business
Ugg Season Is Here, But Some Market Watchers Are Concerned About the Brand’s DTC Slowdown
After several years of upward momentum, some analysts are growing concerned about Ugg and Hoka parent company Deckers Brands after its…
Business
Kering beats third-quarter forecasts as smaller brands cushion Gucci decline
Kering’s overall group sales fell less than analysts expected in the third quarter thanks to the performance of its smaller brands and…
Fashion
Diane Kruger Gives Miu Miu’s Buckle Slingbacks Her Stamp of Approval at the Brand’s Art Basel Paris Dinner
Though Miu Miu’s buckle-adorned slingbacks launched for fall 2023, the silhouette is still making its rounds in Hollywood. On Tuesday…
Business
Bank of England’s Bailey warns First Brands, Tricolor collapses may herald worse to come
The recent collapses of US car parts maker First Brands and auto dealership Tricolor may be a warning of much bigger financial problems to…
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Adobe just built an industrial-grade AI weapon for the world’s biggest brands
Hannah Elsakr says that Adobe’s top clients—the owners of some of the most protected, most valuable brands and IP in the world—had a stark…
Lifestyle
Shoes for a Cure Makes a Splash in Miami as Top Brands Unite to Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research
Shoes for a Cure is making a splash in Miami Design District this weekend to raise money for breast cancer research. More than 20 brands,…
Lifestyle
How Global Brands Are Betting More on This Year’s Festive Season in India
As India’s festive season hits full swing from October through the end of the year, with Diwali as its luminous high point, global luxury…
Business
Chinese milk tea brands are offering a playbook for South-east Asia’s next consumer wave
FOR years now, many have wondered whether Luckin Coffee would topple Starbucks as the world’s coffee chain of choice. Luckin has surpassed…
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Are Shoe Prices Really Rising? One Analyst Found Brands Are Still Absorbing Most of the Costs
U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff increases instilled anxiety over shoe price hikes, at least for the better part of 2025, but it might…
Culture
From outdated to unstoppable: The rise of mainland brands in Hong Kong
Unlike flashy newcomers such as Laopu Gold, brands from the city appear traditional and rigid, with dated reputes COMPARED with the…
Business
Nike, Adidas + More Athletic Brands: How Does Their Digital Experience Measure Up?
Athletic brands such as Nike and Adidas have a digital challenge. According to Catchpoint, which compiled a Digital Experience Score…
Business
HSBC not exposed to the collapse of scandal-hit First Brands Group
HSBC Holdings is not exposed to the collapse of scandal-hit auto-parts supplier First Brands Group, whose bankruptcy has left some of the…
Lifestyle
EXCLUSIVE: Interiors Platform Havenly Brands Trained Its Own AI Design Assistant
MILAN — The race for a powerful AI tool for interior design — one that goes beyond merely creating an image of a room — is heating up. On…
Culture
Apple TV+ just dropped the ‘+’—other brands are likely to follow suit
Apple TV+ is dead. Long live Apple TV. On October 13, in a press release about F1: The Movie, Apple TV+ nonchalantly slipped in a line…