Business
Real Estate
LVMH Leads 60 Million-Euro Revamp of Parisian Kid Park
The luxury goods giant and a leisure industry partner want the historic Jardin d’Acclimatation to join the ranks of France’s top three amusement parks.
Markets
Organic Fashion Line Reinvigorates ‘Ethical Manufacturing’
Colored Organics manufactures and promotes organic, sweatshop-free apparel across its entire product line.
Real Estate
Garment Center Supporters Make a Case for Keeping Apparel Manufacturing in the Neighborhood
Friday’s speakers urged Mayor Bill de Blasio’s administration to not remove any of the zoning protection until a significant core amount of space is secured for manufacturing in Manhattan.
Retail
Lee Jeans’ Fall Collection Speaks to Evolving Ath-leisure Trends
Lee Jeans’ new “Dream Jean” product has resonated with consumers favoring ath-leisure and casualwear trends.
Retail
Jewelry Line Gorjana Bows in Venice, New York Stores
The company, bolstered by success at its first door in Laguna Beach, continues its retail expansion.
Legal
WWD Law Review: The Rights to Stripe and Trump’s China Move
The changing tactics in Forever 21’s battles with Gucci and Adidas, and President Trump seeks to hit back at China over intellectual property.
Marketing and Promotion
Consumer Confidence Increases Across Markets
The Nielsen Consumer Optimism Index tracked a rise in spending due to a variety of factors.
Financial
Estée Lauder Posts 5% Net Sales Gain
Makeup sales were boosted by the acquisitions of Too Faced and Becca.
Financial
European Stock Markets Dip
Retail and luxury stocks were mostly in decline in mid-morning trading on Friday.
Financial
Retail Foot Traffic Tiptoes Back
After a long decline, store visits might be starting to stabilize.
Media
Girlboss Media Bolsters Ranks, Confirms $1.2M Seed
The media company founded by Nasty Gal’s Sophia Amoruso is ramping up.
Retail
Gap Inc. CEO Cites Progress Across Portfolio
Gap Inc. reported a strong second quarter, with Old Navy still leading the way.
