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Perry Ellis shareholders vote in favor of George Feldenkreis deal

Two months after the apparel company called off talks with Randa Accessories, endorsing a take-over bid from founder George Feldenkreis, its shareholders approved the proposed transaction with a vote on Thursday.

Skechers bounces back with record sales

The footwear company reported on Thursday that it achieved record sales of $1.176 billion in the third quarter of 2018, seeing particularly strong growth in its international retail and wholesale channels.

Neiman Marcus reveals 2018's Fantasy Gifts in 92nd edition of iconic Christmas Book
Kicking off a six-month countdown to the opening of its new flagship in Hudson Yards, the Dallas-based retailer launched the 92nd edition of its traditional Christmas Book on Friday, unveiling its Fantasy Gifts for 2018.

2:44 AM | Fashion | Business

Neiman Marcus reveals 2018's Fantasy Gifts in 92nd edition of iconic Christmas Book
Proenza Schouler partners with Everytown to fight gun violence
In an effort to support the fight against gun violence, Proenza Schouler has released an exclusive t-shirt, and will donate all net sales proceeds to non-profit company Everytown for Gun Safety.

2018/10/19 | Luxury | Collection | Campaigns

Proenza Schouler partners with Everytown to fight gun violence
Merci expands into beauty
Parisian concept store Merci opened its beauty department at the beginning of October, transforming its first-floor "bathroom" space with a carefully curated selection of self-care and cosmetics products.

2018/10/19 | Beauty | Retail

Merci expands into beauty
Wanda Ferragamo, matriarch of famed shoemaker, dies at 96
Wanda Ferragamo, the honorary president of the Florentine shoemaker founded by her husband Salvatore, has died at the age of 96. Wanda was left a widow 58 years ago when her husband passed away.

2018/10/19 | Luxury | People

Wanda Ferragamo, matriarch of famed shoemaker, dies at 96
Marie Antoinette's jewels go on show before auction
Marie Antoinette's dazzling diamonds and pearls, unseen in public for two centuries, went on show in London on Friday before going on sale next month in one of the most important royal jewellery auctions in history.

2018/10/19 | Luxury | Events

Marie Antoinette's jewels go on show before auction
Switzerland, Victorinox settle legal fight over Swiss Army perfume
Fans of Swiss Army perfume can breathe a sigh of relief: the government and knifemaker Victorinox have settled a legal row that paves the way for military-grade scents to be sold in North America.

2018/10/19 | Beauty | Industry | Business

Switzerland, Victorinox settle legal fight over Swiss Army perfume
Rent the Runway brings drop boxes to WeWork
Rent the Runway has partnered with WeWork to set up clothing drop-off boxes at 15 of the shared workspace company's locations across the US.

2018/10/19 | Fashion | Retail | Business | Innovations

Rent the Runway brings drop boxes to WeWork
Intu confirms it's considering takeover offer
The shopping centre owner has revealed it has been approached by a consortium comprising the Peel Group, the Olayan Group and Brookfield Property Group about a possible takeover that would value the business at £2.9bn.

2018/10/19 | Fashion | Business

Intu confirms it's considering takeover offer
MAC, CoverGirl and Milk cosmetic brands come out top in terms of gender diversity
The male beauty industry is booming, and consequently, inclusive campaigns are more on trend than ever.

2018/10/19 | Beauty | Industry

MAC, CoverGirl and Milk cosmetic brands come out top in terms of gender diversity
Jack Wolfskin opens in Dubai
The outdoor brand is launching in the Middle East with a 150-square-metre franchise store at the Dubai Mall, the most visited shopping and leisure destination in the world.

2018/10/19 | Fashion | Retail

Jack Wolfskin opens in Dubai