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Ghanaian Designer Brand, Israella KOBLA, Partners With Hudson’s Bay

Toronto-based Ghanaian designer, Emefa Kuadey, founder of made-to-order minimalist brand @israellakobla partners with @hudsonsbay.

ABOUT ISRAELLA KOBLA

Launched in 2019 by British born Ghanaian designer Emefa Kuadey, the luxury made-to-order clothing and accessories brand redefines minimalism through structure and bold femininity.

Skims Is the Official Underwear of the U.S. Olympic Team

Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand, Skims, has made a significant impact in the world of fashion since its launch in 2019.

Lightspeed to acquire Ecwid and NuORDER to unify commerce ecosystem

Lightspeed has entered into definitive agreements to acquire two global leaders in digital commerce. Once closed, the acquisitions will provide Lightspeed customers new entry points to the digital economy, unprecedented supply chain management as well as increased opportunities to provide outstanding customer experiences online.

L’Oréal and Facebook have announced a technology platform integration with ModiFace, L’Oréal’s owned augmented reality and artificial intelligence company, to bring AR-powered makeup try-ons to shopping on Instagram. 

LVMH, Prada & Cartier partner on Aura Blockchain Consortium

An unprecedented collaboration between luxury industry giants LVMH, Prada Group, and Cartier (part of Richemont) led to the creation of the Aura Blockchain Consortium.