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On July 10, Ulta Beauty, the largest specialty beauty retailer in the United States, announced its acquisition of Space NK, a UK-based luxury beauty retailer, from investment firm Manzanita Capital.
On July 10, at Sotheby’s “Fashion Icons” auction in Paris, the original Hermès Birkin bag once used by the late Jane Birkin was sold for €8.6 million, including fees.
French high jeweler Chaumet has partnered with the prestigious five-star hotel The Peninsula Paris to present a limited-time afternoon tea experience.
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Genesis House, a cultural space created by Hyundai Motor Company, have officially launched the third edition of the “AAPI Design + Innovation Grant,” a support program for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) designers.
French luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has acquired 100% ownership of Bey Médias, the media company that publishes the daily newspaper L’Opinion and the financial news website L’Agefi.
Gabriela Hearst, a leading voice in sustainable luxury, has unveiled her brand’s first-ever denim collection made from 100% recycled cotton.
Muse, the jewelry boutique originating from New York’s West Village, opened a new location in early July at Nordstrom’s flagship store in New York.
The European Commission has opened formal proceedings against the Chinese-founded online retailer Shein under the Digital Services Act (DSA).
Barcelona-based beauty and fashion group Puig announced its full-year and fourth-quarter 2025 results on February 18. Despite foreign exchange headwinds, the company maintained strong growth and surpassed €5 billion in annual revenue for the first time in its history.
On February 2, New York–based luxury resale company Madison Avenue Couture announced that it achieved more than 40% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025.
On February 4, Osmo, a digital fragrance design company, announced that it has completed a $70 million Series B funding round.
On February 2, U.S.-based private equity firm RoundTable Healthcare Partners, which specializes exclusively in the healthcare sector, announced an investment and strategic partnership with premium skincare and sun protection brand Colorescience.
On February 3, Capri Holdings Limited announced its results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, revealing that while headwinds persisted on the revenue front, the company has significantly strengthened its financial foundation through the sale of Versace.
On February 19, the Italian luxury maison Bvlgari announced that it has appointed singer-songwriter Dua Lipa as its new Global Ambassador.
On February 12, Italian designer Sabato De Sarno announced the launch of two scholarships dedicated to the First-Level Academic Diploma (DAPL) in Fashion Design at IED Florence.
On February 18, the British Fashion Council (BFC) announced the appointment of Clare Waight Keller, Creative Director of Uniqlo, and Kate Varah, Executive Director and Co-Chief Executive of the National Theatre, as new members of its Executive Board.
On February 12, in Seoul, South Korea, Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot announced the appointment of Jung Kook, a member of BTS and a globally recognized artist, as its new Global Brand Ambassador.
On February 9, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton announced new appointments to its Executive Committee to reinforce its organizational structure and advance its sustainable growth strategy. The appointments are effective immediately.
The LVMH Prize 2026, widely regarded as one of the most important gateways for emerging fashion designers, announced its 20 semifinalists for the 13th edition on February 10.
On January 27, Phia, an AI shopping agent co-founded by Phoebe Gates, the daughter of Bill Gates, announced that it has raised $35 million in a Series A round, valuing the company at $185 million.
The world’s largest retail industry conference, NRF Retail’s Big Show 2026, has opened in New York. On the first day, the world’s largest luxury group, LVMH, took the stage under the theme “The Fusion of Craft and Intelligence,” presenting its vision for luxury in the age of AI—not as a set of tactics, but as a guiding philosophy.
On December 10, Shopify, one of the world’s largest independent e-commerce platforms, announced the launch of Shopify Agentic Storefronts, a new solution designed to enable next-generation shopping experiences on AI platforms.
On December 11, SuperCircle announced that it has raised $24 million in Series A funding, led by Foundry, with participation from BBG Ventures, Renewal Fund, and Elemental Impact.
On December 1, Shopify, one of the world’s largest independent e-commerce platforms, experienced an unexpected system outage on Cyber Monday.
Danish wishlist app GoWish is capturing global attention after reaching No. 1 on the U.S. App Store ahead of the 2025 holiday season.
London-based art and design institution Central Saint Martins (CSM) has…
