Simone Dubois
Senior Editor, Beauty & Accessories
With over fifteen years of experience in the luxury sector, Simone Dubois has an unparalleled understanding of craftsmanship and brand heritage. She was previously the Accessories Director at 'Éclat Magazine,' where she was instrumental in launching their digital beauty vertical. At La Moda News, Simone provides authoritative insights into the investment-grade market, dissecting the artistry and business behind the world's most coveted objects. Her annual 'State of Luxury' report is a must-read for industry insiders.
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Men Flock to Sephora and Ulta for Fragrance, Boosting Sales
YSL Beauty, known for luxury cosmetics and women's fragrances, seized the number-one spot at both Sephora and Ulta Beauty by first-quarter online sales, WWD reports.
Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read
Top 5 K-Beauty Ingredients Defining Skincare Trends for 2026
By 2026, over 60% of new K-Beauty product launches are expected to feature ingredients derived from advanced fermentation or cellular agriculture, a stark contrast to the 'natural' focus of five years
Jun 8, 2026 · 5 min read
Kiko Milano, Madonna Partner for U.S. Launch at Macy's
Italian beauty brand Kiko Milano, having recently surpassed the $1 billion sales mark, has enlisted global icon Madonna as its ambassador for an ambitious entry into the competitive U.
Jun 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Central Saint Martins Spotlights Emerging 2026 Menswear Talent
For its 2026 Menswear graduate show, Central Saint Martins abandoned its campus for a disused Peckham car park, letting the public, not industry titans, decide the winners.
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read
Fashion Designers: Your Website Is Your Brand's True Home, Not Social Media.
In 2023, a major luxury fashion house saw a 15% drop in Instagram engagement after a public lawsuit against Meta.
Jun 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Kendall Jenner Becomes Anua's Global K-Beauty Ambassador
A K-beauty brand known for its minimalist, heartleaf-based products, Anua, has just tapped Western supermodel Kendall Jenner as its new global ambassador, a move signaling a significant shift in the i
Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Caliray names William Smolen CEO for 2026 expansion
Caliray, a beauty brand already in Sephora nationwide, has expanded its footprint to 800 Sephora at Kohl’s locations, signaling an aggressive push for market dominance.
Jun 5, 2026 · 3 min read
Kering's 10 Chinese Designers in CRAFT Residency Program
Out of over 100 applicants, Kering selected just ten emerging designers for its new year-long CRAFT residency.
Jun 4, 2026 · 3 min read
Clean Beauty's Billion-Dollar Leap Into Home Goods and Food
In the last year, 'non-toxic' searches for home cleaning products surged by 40% on Google, signaling a profound shift in consumer perception, extending from dish soap to dinner ingredients.
Jun 4, 2026 · 4 min read
Bloomingdale's Opens World Cup Boss Shop for Fans
From June 4, Bloomingdale's 59th Street flagship will host a 'Game Day with Boss' pop-up, featuring 70 exclusive products to capitalize on World Cup enthusiasm and Father's Day in 2026.
Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read
Fashion Brands' DNA Trumps Trends for Designers in 2026
Stella McCartney's Spring 2026 collection features denim woven with PURE.
May 30, 2026 · 2 min read
2026 Skinimalism Trends Embrace Holistic Wellness for Natural Beauty
Approximately 1.17 million foreign patients utilized Korean medical services in 2024, with dermatology and aesthetic treatments being the most popular, according to Cushman & Wakefield . This substant
May 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Cartier Unveils 150 Jewelry Pieces
Louis Vuitton's 'Mythica' high jewelry collection features 110 pieces across 11 themes, a surprising pivot towards vibrant colors and intricate, imaginative metalwork.
May 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Quentin Bisch's Fragrance Success Story Continues with Recent Triumphs
Amouage's Guidance, Quentin Bisch's inaugural creation for the house, didn't just sell well; it became the most successful fragrance in the brand's entire history, according to WWD .
May 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Karen Wazen opens flagship store at Dubai Mall
At Dubai Mall's new Social District, a 40-square-meter boutique for Karen Wazen Collection just opened, marking the first UAE flagship for a brand that began with eyewear.
May 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Top 6 Serums for Radiant Skin
The global face serum market is projected to reach $12.
May 18, 2026 · 5 min read