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Thursday, July 16

Business Features

Ermanno Scervino CEO on Retail Expansion, Strong U.S. Business, Eyeing Menswear

Toni Scervino discussed the potential of the brand following the opening of stores in key destinations, such as Los Angeles and Beijing.

Human Resources

Romain Spitzer Named CEO of Bottega Veneta

The veteran beauty executive is charged with boosting non-leather goods categories at the Italian label.

Business

Lululemon Backs French Recycling Start-up Syntetica in $30 Million Series A Round

MAS Holdings also joined the round to build the company’s first commercial demonstration facility to recycle two types of nylon.

Trade

India Imposes Forced Labor Ban Amid USTR Investigation

In a bid to stave off new tariffs and clear a pathway to the finish line on a long-awaited trade deal with the U.S., India has introduced new legislation formally banning goods made with forced labor.

Designer and Luxury

Bergdorf Goodman Unveils Exclusive Launch and Window Display for Antonin Tron’s Debut Balmain Collection

The window installation transforms Bergdorf's Fifth Avenue facade into an atmospheric gallery displaying the new Balmain aesthetic.

New Fashion Releases

EXCLUSIVE: How Laneige Is Tapping Into Consumer Demand for Personalization

The K-beauty brand is launching its first mix-and-match flavor experience in the U.S., allowing customers to create their own combinations of the viral Lip Sleeping Mask.