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France Fines SHEIN €40 Million and It’s Just the Start

France just slammed fast-fashion giant Shein with its biggest fine yet. France has delivered a powerful blow to global fast-fashion giant Shein, imposing a record-breaking €40 million fine for misleading consumers through deceptive sales practices.

Fake Birkins Worth Millions Busted in Hermès Insider Case

The luxury house behind the Birkin just shut down a multimillion-euro fake bag ring. The luxury fashion industry saw a significant legal development this spring when France’s highest court largely upheld convictions and financial penalties in one of the most sophisticated counterfeiting operations ever to target a major luxury brand.

Glow Up Season Is Here with Tree Hut’s New Line

Glow season is officially in full swing. Tree Hut, America’s leading body scrub brand, is elevating the summer beauty game with an exciting array of new launches that promise to transform your daily skincare routine.

Sol de Janeiro vs MCoBeauty Legal Battle Explained

The beauty world’s latest drama pits glow against dupe. The beauty industry is no stranger to controversy, but the current legal clash between Brazilian-inspired beauty powerhouse Sol de Janeiro and fast-rising Australian brand MCoBeauty has sparked a new debate about the boundaries of inspiration, imitation, and intellectual property in the age of “dupes”.

Glow Recipe Sues MCoBeauty in $100 Million Trade Dress Dispute

The dupe wars just escalated with a juicy new lawsuit. The beauty industry is witnessing another high-profile legal battle as Glow Recipe has filed a comprehensive lawsuit against Australian beauty brand MCoBeauty, accusing the company of trade dress infringement, false advertising, and unfair competition.

Mondetta Appoints Georgi Gvakharia as VP to Lead Retail Expansion Across Canada

Mondetta Clothing, a leader in performance-driven fashion, has announced the appointment of Georgi Gvakharia as Vice President of Retail.

DUER Scales Up Across Europe and U.S. Amid Surging Demand

Canadian performance apparel brand DUER today announced the launch of DUER Europe alongside an ambitious retail expansion plan across North America.

“Made in USA” Labels Spark Lawsuits Against Top Brands

A new wave of class action lawsuits is questioning the truth behind “Made in USA” claims, as consumers allege that several popular brands have misled shoppers about the domestic origins of their products.

54 Thrones Shark Tank Update

One founder turned childhood memories and cultural pride into a skincare brand that captivated Shark Tank.

1587 Sneakers Shark Tank Deal Update

When culture meets commerce, the impact goes far beyond the pitch. The Shark Tank stage has seen many ambitious founders, but few have entered with the cultural mission and entrepreneurial fire of 1587 Sneakers.

Pacsun Launches Premium Eyewear Line for Summer 2025 in Los Angeles

Pacsun, the iconic youth retailer known for its finger on the pulse of California-inspired fashion, is making a bold new move.

Nightingale Ice Cream Expands to Over 400 Whole Foods Stores Nationwide in 2025

Nightingale Ice Cream is bringing its popular handcrafted sandwiches to even more Whole Foods Market locations this summer.

Taco Bell and Bad Birdie Launch New Junior Golf Merch Line

A fresh wave of style and excitement is redefining the golf scene as Taco Bell and Bad Birdie team up for a one of a kind junior golf event and exclusive apparel drop.

Shein Quietly prepares for Hong Kong IPO

Shein is reportedly taking the next step toward going public by confidentially filing for an IPO in Hong Kong.

Poppi Agrees to $8.9 Million Settlement Over False Advertising

A settlement is underway to resolve claims that Poppi overstated the gut health benefits of its sodas.

Brez Launches Four New Functional Tonics Amid $50 Million Growth Surge

BRĒZ is expanding its footprint in the functional beverage space with four new tonics and a major retail rollout at Sprouts nationwide.

Nopalera Shark Tank Deal Update

Few founders have the confidence to walk away from the Sharks and still make waves. Entrepreneurial journeys are filled with tough decisions, but few are as public or as pivotal as those made on Shark Tank.

DRESSX brings futuristic fashion to Covet Fashion Game

Players of Covet Fashion can now access a new range of digital looks thanks to a partnership with DRESSX, a leader in avatar fashion and AI styling.

Sally Beauty and Uber Eats Partner to Offer On-Demand Delivery

Uber Eats has partnered with Sally Beauty to launch its first national beauty delivery service, enabling customers to order professional-grade hair care, nail products, and styling tools directly through the Uber Eats app.

Price Hikes Fuel Beauty’s Boom—But Can Brands Sustain the Glow?

The beauty industry demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2023, growing to $446 billion in global retail sales – a 10% increase from 2022 according to McKinsey’s latest report.