Xcel Brands, Cesar Millan Debut ‘Trust. Respect. Love’ Pet Line

Xcel Brands, in another move to broaden the scope of its portfolio, is partnering with famed dog trainer Cesar Millan and K9 Wear to launch a new brand for pets…

Dua Lipa’s Favorite Swimwear Brands Are About To Be Yours, Too

Dua Lipa certainly gets the mileage out of her bikinis from her favorite swimwear brands all year long. There’s a running joke that the performer is permanently on vacation — when…

How True Beauty Ventures Became the 'Partner of Choice' for Indie Brands

One of the most positive effects of the social media age, at least from a capitalistic standpoint, is that it’s democratized entrepreneurship, marketing and getting a new brand off the…

Beauty’s Celebrity Brands: Where Are They Now?

Last week, Kate Moss‘ Cosmoss entered liquidation proceedings just three years after launching. As it turns out, a founder’s star power does not necessarily a business make. Here, WWD looks…

How Paris Agency 1889 Helps Luxury Brands Woo Ultra-Wealthy VICs

PARIS — The luxury sector is grappling with its first slowdown in 15 years, but one segment is thriving: the VIC. An acronym for “very important customer,” the term designates…

How Black-owned Brands Are Weathering 2025

Black beauty brand founders are facing waning support. Founders and executives told WWD that the galvanization they saw in the wake of George Floyd’s murder has decelerated, largely in terms…

Report Urges Luxury Brands to Embrace Digital Product Passports Early

A eBay and Bain & Company joint report indicates the need for brands to act quickly as new European Union regulations unlock meaningful opportunity for the next phase of value…

L’Oréal Paris, Dior, NYX Among Top 10 Brands on Social in France

In France, L’Oréal Paris remains on top. According to Traackr, the brand is the number-one beauty name by brand vitality score, or VIT, which measures brands’ social media impact, reach,…

These Luxury Dog Brands Are Making Waves This Year

In 2024 alone, Americans spent roughly $152 billion on pet-related items and services. Yes, you read that correctly. Billion. And this is not just encompassing obvious necessities like food, medication, and…

The Best Luggage Brands To Splurge On Before Your Next Vacation

A high-quality suitcase or weekender makes a world of difference when you’re traveling. Because those who have experienced, say, a broken zipper or faulty wheel know it can really throw…