The landscape of fashion education is changing rapidly, reflecting shifts in industry expectations and student aspirations. Today’s fashion students seek much more than mere knowledge transfer; they desire relationships with their professors that extend beyond classroom lectures. This evolution presents both a challenge and an opportunity for fashion schools as they strive to attract top-notch […]
At the 2024 Zalando Partner Marketing Awards: Brands Unite With Zalando Best Practices to Optimise Their Retail Media Marketing Strategies
On September 25, Zalando Partner Marketing Services (ZMS) brought together the fashion industry’s key players at their fourth annual Partner Awards held in Berlin. This event highlighted innovative advertising strategies within Zalando’s e-commerce platform, which boasts a remarkable 560 million visits per month and a wide customer base of approximately 50 million across 25 European […]
Cucinelli Bucks Gloomy Industry Trend With Revenue Rise
In a challenging landscape for luxury brands, Brunello Cucinelli stands out with impressive revenue growth, underscoring a strategic focus that appears to resonate well with today’s high-end consumers. The company reported a significant 12.7% rise in revenues at constant exchange rates for the first nine months of this year, a trend that shines brightly against […]
Small Girls PR Acquired by Orchestra: A Strategic Move in Fashion Communications
Orchestra, a growing force in the communications industry known for its ownership of agencies like Derris and BerlinRosen, has made a significant acquisition by bringing Small Girls PR into its fold. Although financial details remain undisclosed, the implications of this merger are poised to echo throughout the fashion PR landscape. Founded in 2010 by Mallory […]
Gucci’s Marketing and Communications Shakeup Continues
Gucci, the illustrious Italian luxury brand, recently witnessed a significant shift in its marketing and communications landscape with the departure of chief brand officer Alessio Vannetti. This exit is part of a broader trend, as the company seeks to restructure its operations amidst troubling sales figures. Under the leadership of a new CEO, significant changes […]
EssilorLuxottica Sales Slightly Miss on Worsening China Market
EssilorLuxottica SA, a leading player in the eyewear industry, has reported its third-quarter revenue for 2024, which has slightly lagged behind expectations. The company’s revenue grew by 4 percent year-on-year, reaching €6.44 billion ($7 billion). This growth rate fell short of Bloomberg consensus estimates, which forecasted a 5.3 percent increase and a revenue figure of […]
Luxury Skincare Line Révive Acquired by Chinese Firm S’Young Group
The beauty industry is witnessing a significant shift as brands evolve to meet the demands of a global market. A prime example of this change is the recent acquisition of Révive, an ultra-luxury skincare line founded by Dr. Gregory Brown in 1997. The brand, best known for its high-end products like the $194 Moisturizing Night […]
Ukraine Raises Alarm Over Intensified Cyber Misinformation by Russia
As geopolitical tensions escalate, Ukraine is increasingly vocal about the cyber threats posed by Russia, particularly regarding the use of generative AI in misinformation campaigns. During a recent cyber conference in Singapore, Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Anton Demokhin underscored the severity of the situation, emphasizing that these disinformation tactics are evolving and becoming more sophisticated […]
Intel Faces Increased Pressure amid China's Security Review Calls
The ongoing technology rivalry between the United States and China is experiencing another significant chapter, as Intel Corporation now finds itself in the crosshairs of scrutiny from Chinese authorities. The Cybersecurity Association of China (CSAC) has urged a security review of Intel’s products, asserting that their presence poses a potential risk to national security. This […]
AI Platform Aims to Ease Electrician Shortage with Faster Tech Installations
As the United States confronts a critical shortage of electricians, innovative solutions are emerging to address this pressing issue. Among these solutions is Treehouse, a startup harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite installations of essential technology like electric vehicle (EV) chargers and heat pumps. With the growing demand for electrification and renewable energy sources, Treehouse’s […]