Driven by TikTok trends, new beauty brands target children
Should children be using beauty face masks? Dermatologists say no, but a growing number of companies are targeting a new generation of kids who have grown up with TikTok skincare and make-up routines.
Fatima Bosch of Mexico crowned Miss Universe
Miss Mexico was crowned Miss Universe in Thailand on Friday, strutting to victory after the beauty pageant’s host had publicly chastised her
Rare Patek Philippe watch sells for $17.6 mn
A Patek Philippe timepiece that in 2016 became the most expensive wristwatch ever sold at auction fetched an even higher price this weekend, auctioneers Phillips said Sunday.
Huda Kattan Sponsors Nadeen Ayoub’s Historic Miss Universe Campaign
Huda Beauty founder Huda Kattan is funding Miss Universe Palestine Nadeen Ayoub’s journey to the global stage, marking a powerful moment for representation and empowerment. Together, they’re redefining beauty as a force for purpose, pride, and change.
Botox under burqas: Cosmetic surgery in vogue in Afghanistan
Decked out with fake crystal chandeliers and velvet sofas, cosmetic surgery clinics in Afghanistan's capital are a world away from the austerity of Taliban rule, where Botox, lip filler, and hair transplants reign.
Fashion legend Giorgio Armani dies at 91
Legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, his company announced on Thursday.
Sephora Reviews Partnership After Huda Beauty Founder’s Controversial Israel Remarks
Sephora is reviewing its partnership with Huda Beauty after founder Huda Kattan promoted unfounded conspiracy theories linking Israel to global events, sparking accusations of antisemitism.
Original Birkin bag sells at auction for record $10 million
A Hermes Birkin bag, the first ever designed for Jane Birkin, sold for 8.58 million euros ($10 million) at Sotheby’s Paris on Thursday, setting a handbag auction record.
The new generation of blockbuster weight-loss drugs, explained
A new generation of weight-loss drugs has proven remarkably effective, hugely popular and massively lucrative in the last few years, though they do have some drawbacks.
Hermes to hike US prices to offset tariff impact
French luxury group Hermes said Thursday it would hike its prices in the United States to offset the impact of 10-percent import tariffs imposed...
LVMH sales dip as Trump tariffs dent luxury tastes
Luxury giant LVMH saw sales fall two percent to 20.3 billion euros ($23 billion) in the first quarter of 2025 as US President Donald Trump's tariffs shook the global economy, the company said on Monday.
Donatella Versace steps down as design chief after 28 years as Prada circles
After almost three decades at the helm, Donatella Versace has announced that she is stepping down as the creative director of Versace, marking the end of an era for the iconic Italian fashion house.