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Middle East
At Crocs, International Sales Will Rule 2026
Revenue in 2026 will be slightly more from international operations than North America, while Crocs may see…
Despite Middle East Conflict, Alsara’s Alia Rachid Said Plans for Design Platform Are Still Going Strong
The full exhibition of Rachid's Fromm.Lab educational and talent platform will be showcased at the Design…
War in the Middle East to Halve Luxury’s Regional Sales in March, Bernstein Estimates
The region was the sector's fastest-growing geography in 2025. Now brands are navigating store disruptions…
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The stock sell-off reflected investor concerns over the Middle East conflict, supply chains and other issues…
Ramadan Is Retail’s New Power Season — and the Industry Is Finally Treating It That Way
From Harrods' exclusive modest capsules and Amouage's limited-batch oud to the rapid rise of online platforms…
Weill Charts Global Growth as French Heritage Brand Expands in U.S., Asia and Middle East
The 134-year-old, family-owned brand is targeting new regions through wholesale and franchise expansion amid…
Turkey’s Istanbul Fashion Connection Trade Show Presses On Amid Global Volatility
The IFCO fair wrapped its ninth edition attracting almost 30,000 visitors.
Rosemin Beauty Launches With a Focus on the Underserved Warm Complexion Market
The Dubai-based founder is leveraging 25 years of luxury industry experience to fill a gap in prestige…
Damiani Unveils Revamped Dubai Boutique With Brand Ambassador Jessica Chastain
The Italian jeweler is betting big on the Middle East as its next big market.
PacSun Inks Deal to Open Stores in Middle East
The license with Majid Al Futtaim will mark the first international expansion for the California-based…
The Giving Movement Names Rania Masri El Khatib CEO as UAE Brand Eyes Global Expansion
The appointment marks a strategic shift for the purpose-driven label as the founder steps back and investors…
Manebí Presses on Middle East Expansion, Category Extensions
The Italian brand just opened its first store in Dubai and is gearing up to cut the ribbon on a unit in Abu…
Beautyworld Middle East Signals Region’s Transformation Into Beauty Powerhouse
With a record-breaking 85,000 attendees, the fair underscores Middle East's 18 percent market growth and…
EXCLUSIVE: Nour Arida Launches Sorbé, a Skin Care Brand Celebrating Women in All Their Emotions
Middle Eastern model and influencer Nour Arida is stepping into the beauty arena with a radically different…
Retori Makes Foray in the Middle East With Ounass Collaboration
The brand founded in 2024 by Salma Rachid is taking over Ounass Maison, the e-tailer's shopping suite at…