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Friday, April 03

Human Resources

EXCLUSIVE: Baccarat Has a New CEO in North America

Thais Roda was previously CEO of Liaigre Inc., the American arm of the French interiors firm.

Retail

Uniqlo Boosts U.S. Presence With a Flurry of Store Openings in NYC and Beyond

Along with the brick-and-mortar expansion, the Japanese fashion retailer raises its profile by collaborating with cultural and sports institutions.

Retail

Fulfilling the Late Jean-Louis Dumas' Dream, Hermès Unveils First Stand-alone Store in Beijing

The biggest location yet in the Chinese capital, it features the horse-riding Hermès firework-maker standing at the southeast corner of the five-story building in Taikoo Li Sanlitun.

Beauty Features

All the Juice From Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna: From War Woes to Product Innovation

Eyes on Asia, the quest for speed and geopolitical tensions' impact were among the topics rising to the fore for beauty suppliers, who presented high-performing, multisensory products at the trade sho …

Fashion Scoops

EXCLUSIVE: Lacoste Taps Formula 1 Driver Pierre Gasly As Ambassador

The French race driver will be the face of the brand’s famous polo shirt.

Shoe Industry News

Golf's 'Golden Age' Drives Big Gains for Shoe Brands and Retailers

New players entering the sport from women golfers to juniors and Baby Boomers are spurring an increase in golf shoe sales.

Media

EXCLUSIVE: Jeremy Allen White and LeBron James Spill Bag Contents for New Louis Vuitton Campaign

The "In My Bag" ads shine a spotlight inside celebrities' Speedy P9 carryalls.