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Wednesday, May 13

Beauty Features

India's Beauty Moment: Estée Lauder, Unilever, and L'Oréal Bet Big on Emerging Market Potential

With a huge population, digital transformation, and a rich heritage in beauty and wellness, India is attracting investments from global beauty players looking to capitalize on its rapid market growth.

Fashion Scoops

Cannes Opening Ceremony Goes French-forward

Jacquemus and Jonathan Anderson’s Dior led the red carpet with jury members Demi Moore and Ruth Negga on opening night.

Jewelry

EXCLUSIVE: Cartier's Latest High Jewelry Collection Is a Symphony Where Colored Diamonds Sing

Larger carat sizes and stones with soul take pride of place in the 130-piece first chapter of “Le Chœur des Pierres” collection, unveiled in Saint-Tropez.

Business Features

Stamp of Approval: USPS Taps Ralph Lauren to Mark the U.S.' 250th Anniversary

The selection by the U.S. Postal Service marks the first time an individual has been asked to curate a complete stamp issuance.

Retail

EXCLUSIVE: Saks Fifth Avenue Downsizing in Greenwich, Conn.

Years ago, in an unorthodox real estate maneuver, the luxury retailer established the Saks Shops at Greenwich, a group of separate, specialized shops in downtown Greenwich covering a range of categori …

Business Features

CFDA Scholarship Fund to Award Record $1.5 Million to Design Students This Year

The CFDA, which is celebrating 30 years of CFDA Scholarships, has several new scholarship partners this year.

Beauty Features

Five Key Takeaways From Day One of the WWD Beauty CEO Summit

Speakers included William P. Lauder, Danessa Myricks, Nata Dvir, Patrick Ta and more.