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BYOMA Clinically Proven SPF50 Improves Skin Barrier Strength by 27 Percent in 12 Hours

Skincare brand BYOMA has launched its Ultralight Face Fluid SPF50, a groundbreaking sunscreen designed to merge high-performance sun protection with advanced barrier repair technology.

SHEIN’s $1.6B US Economic Impact Supports 10.9K Jobs Amid 6K Daily New Items Scrutiny

As debates over fast fashion’s societal costs intensify, SHEIN’s latest economic impact report reveals both its growing influence and the controversies shadowing its expansion. 

Ferragamo’s Fiamma Hits $50B Fragrance Market with 80% Biodegradable Formula

Italian luxury house Ferragamo has unveiled Fiamma, its first women’s fragrance under the creative direction of Maximilian Davis, blending timeless elegance with modern sustainability.

30% of Chinese Millionaires Drive 220% Premiums in Secondhand Luxury Watch Auctions

According to a recent survey conducted in 2025, watches and jewelry have emerged as the most coveted second-hand luxury items among China’s millionaires, with approximately 30 percent of wealthy respondents reporting regular purchases in this category.

Zara Bets Big on San Francisco While Others Retreat

Retailers close, cities evolve, and new opportunities emerge.

Against a backdrop of boarded storefronts and “For Lease” signs that have dominated Union Square’s narrative, Zara’s announcement of a new flagship store represents more than just another retail opening.

Bundle x Joy Expands to 500 Walmart Stores as First Latina-Owned Pet Brand in $58 Billion Market

Bundle x Joy, the Latina-founded pet lifestyle brand renowned for its gut-friendly dog food and vibrant, Gen Z-targeted packaging, has made history as the first Latina-founded pet brand to secure shelf space at Walmart, expanding into 500+ stores and online at Walmart.

Gen Z Propel's US Luxury Handbag Market to 31% Growth by 2030

The luxury handbag market is fueled by increasing disposable incomes among millennials and Gen Z, who view luxury handbags as both functional items and status symbols..

SHEIN and Lionsgate Launch Hunger Games Collection with 100 Million Copies Sold

Global online retailer SHEIN has partnered with Lionsgate to launch a limited-edition “The Hunger Games” collection.

GUESS JEANS Expands to 2 New Markets with VERDY Partnership

To enhance its global presence and expand into the Japanese market, GUESS JEANS has announced a creative partnership with renowned Japanese multi-hyphenate artist VERDY.

73% of US Consumers Change Buying Habits Amid Inflationary Pressures

The 15th edition of the EY Future Consumer Index (FCI), released on March 27, 2025, has highlighted significant shifts in consumer behavior in the United States as inflation and economic uncertainty reshape purchasing habits.

Knix Joins Forces with Holt Renfrew for Major Canadian Retail Expansion

Knix, the intimate apparel brand, has partnered with Holt Renfrew, Canada’s premier luxury retailer. This collaboration marks a milestone for Knix as it expands beyond its direct-to-consumer channels into premium wholesale distribution across six Holt Renfrew locations, including two pop-up stores in Toronto and Vancouver.

MySize Reports 18% Revenue Growth to $8.26 Million in 2024

MySize, a global leader in AI-driven sizing solutions and omnichannel e-commerce platforms, has announced its financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024.

Saks Global's Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas to stay open

Saks Global has announced plans to keep the iconic Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store open through the 2025 holiday season while collaborating with the City of Dallas to explore a transformative vision for the location.

Method Expands to Over 1,400 Retail Locations with Ulta Partnership

method, the award-winning brand known for its clean beauty, sustainability and design, has officially launched its products at Ulta Beauty.

DTC Beauty Brands Will Outpace Established Luxury Names Online

The pristine beauty counters of luxury department stores are becoming relics of a bygone era. As shoppers migrate online in record numbers, the beauty industry is experiencing a seismic power shift that few could have predicted just five years ago.

Luxury Brands Wrestle With Gen Z’s Embrace of Affordable Dupes, Report

The luxury retail landscape is being reshaped by the rise of “dupes”—affordable alternatives to high-end goods—as many consumers, particularly Gen Z, seek aspirational style without prohibitive price tags.

Gen Z's Pet Obsession Fuels $150 Billion Retail Pet Care Boom

The US pet industry, now valued at $150.6 billion, is undergoing a radical transformation as retailers adapt to the demands of modern pet parents who view their animals as family.

Macy’s Taps into $9.8B Inclusive Fashion Market with Good American

Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede’s Good American, known for its size-inclusive denim and wardrobe essentials, has partnered with Macy’s to launch in 36 stores nationwide this spring, expanding to 79 locations by fall 2025.

The $600 Billion Question: Can SKIMS Disrupt Beauty Like It Did Shapewear?

Kim Kardashian has brought her beauty and lifestyle brands under one roof in a strategic move to unify her business ventures.