Posts by Kevin Harson
EXCLUSIVE: Molly Sims’ Yse Beauty to Enter 361 Sephora Stores Nationwide
Molly Sims’ Yse Beauty is entering 361 Sephora stores nationwide on June 13, following its online debut at the retailer on June 3. “I knew it was the perfect partner,” Sims said. “I want to meet women where they are, and I think my girl does shop at Sephora.” Founded in Los Angeles in 2023…
Read MoreTarget Challenged by Tariffs, Weak Q1 Sales and Profit Miss
Target Corp.’s turnaround is taking time as the discount giant contends with changes both within and without. Not only is the company dealing with consumer and supply chain uncertainty from President Trump’s start and stop trade war, but it has also been reorganizing — an effort that has now been stepped up. A “multi-year Enterprise…
Read MoreDior Welcomes ‘Positive Conclusion’ of Italian Probe
Dior said Wednesday it has been cleared of any wrongdoing following an Italian probe into its supply chain, citing a “positive conclusion” of an investigation by the Italian Competition Authority. “This further underscores the maison’s steadfast and historic dedication to pursuing both rigorous made in Italy products and the highest standards of ethics and excellence,”…
Read MoreInside Glow Recipe’s Big Global Plans
More than a decade after the brand’s founding, Glow Recipe is seeing the fruits of its labor. Under the leadership of cofounders and co-chief executive officers Christine Chang and Sarah Lee, Glow Recipe’s considered approach to expansion (in terms of both geographies and categories) has culminated in a global powerhouse, one that WWD is honoring…
Read MorePatrick Ta to Receive WWD’s International Beauty Innovator of the Year
Patrick Ta is being honored with WWD’s International Beauty Innovator of the Year, to be presented in Riyadh Thursday at the Saudi Fashion Awards & Gala Dinner. The celebrity makeup artist has redefined modern glam, blending artistry with a skin-forward approach that emphasizes a radiant complexion. His products, formulated for a wide range of skin…
Read MoreImplementing AI in the Beauty Category to Scale With Speed
AI isn’t just a buzzword. It’s an industry-wide transformation. At WWD’s annual Beauty CEO Summit, David Greenberg, chief executive officer, L’Oréal and president, North America Zone, L’Oréal, took the stage to introduce Tsedal Neeley, PhD, Naylor Fitzhugh professor, business administration and senior associate dean for faculty development and research, Harvard Business School. Ahead of her…
Read MoreHow Jaimee Lupton Is Building Mass Beauty Brands for the Next Generation
When it comes to creating culturally relevant, cult-followed beauty brands, Jaimee Lupton is on a roll. During WWD’s Beauty CEO Summit, Lupton revealed her secret sauce for building mass brands for the next generation of beauty consumers, specifically Monday Haircare, Being Haircare and Daise Beauty. “Our approach is different to a lot of the heritage…
Read MoreThe Maesa Magic: Building the Next Generation of Beauty Brands
In a conversation presented by Maesa, James Manso, beauty and fashion market editor at WWD, sat down with Piyush Jain, chief executive officer of Maesa, and Erin George, managing director of fashion and luxury practice at Boston Consulting Group, to discuss how Maesa has become the blueprint for success within the beauty industry. Under Jain’s…
Read MoreLondon Calling: Saudi Royal-founded Jewelry Brand APOA Debuts at Harrods
Saudi luxury jewelry brand APOA is launching at Harrods this week, a significant milestone for the label that has built its reputation through limited online drops that sell out within hours in the Kingdom. Founded just three years ago by a powerhouse team of royal cousins — Princesses Noura Abdulaziz Al Saud, Sara Naif Al…
Read MoreThe Best Beauty Moments at Cannes Film Festival 2025: Rihanna, Bella Hadid, Zoey Deutch and More, Live Updates
Buns, bangs, and bold lips – The 2025 Cannes Film Festival is upping the beauty game with unforgettable looks from global movie stars, models, filmmakers, and jury members. So far, red carpet trends have settled somewhere between sunny and sultry, with bronzed cheekbones and messy eyeshadow dominating the scenes outside various premieres and parties associated…
Read MoreDone Deal: Nordstrom Family, Mexico’s Liverpool Take Nordstrom Inc. Private
It’s a new era for Nordstrom Inc. and the Nordstrom family. Brothers Erik and Pete Nordstrom and their cousin Jamie, along with El Puerto de Liverpool, finalized their $6.25 billion, all-cash acquisition of the department store chain on Tuesday. With the completion of the transaction, which was expected, the Nordstroms now have a 50.1 percent…
Read MorePet Passion Unleashes Perfect-fit Dog Apparel Inspired by Babywear Design Techniques
All size mediums are not created equal, especially in the animal kingdom, but veteran fashion industry executive Michelle Visser, founder of Burt’s Bees Baby and founder and CEO of Honest Baby Clothing, had a solution for dressing her pet—she created her own brand that catered to all nuances of fitting canine silhouettes. A stalwart in…
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