On March 24, prestige beauty retailer Sephora announced the launch of its app on ChatGPT.
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On March 24, global private equity firm Advent International announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Los Angeles-based premium body care brand Salt & Stone. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
On March 23, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. announced in an official statement that it is in discussions with the Spain-based beauty company Puig regarding a potential business combination.
Pitti Uomo has announced that DSM Kei Ninomiya will participate as Guest Designer at its 110th edition, set to take place in Florence from June 16 to 19, 2026.
On March 24, French fashion house Courrèges announced that its artistic director, Nicolas Di Felice, will step down from his role. According to the brand’s statement, he is leaving “to focus on personal projects.”
On March 23, luxury e-commerce leader Net-a-Porter announced the brands selected for the 2026 edition of its emerging designer mentorship program, The Vanguard.
On March 23, Bvlgari unveiled its new high jewelry and high-end watch collection, “Ecletica.”
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