More From Pete Born
Robert R. Taylor, Beauty Entrepreneur, Dead at 77
Taylor is credited with making a number of blockbuster moves, including the creation of Softsoap and founding…
IOMA Looks to Expand in Asia
The brand will enter its first department store in Singapore in October, then follow up by entering six more…
Talking Turkey
WWD's Pete Born examines the rocky road to growth in a key emerging market.
Tory Burch Unveils Vision for Beauty
The designer sat down with WWD for an exclusive interview in her Chelsea offices.
L’Oréal Teams With Michelle Phan for Color Cosmetics
The luxe division of L’Oréal USA has teamed with the online makeup expert to launch a complete line designed…
L’Oréal, Magic Holdings International Strike Deal
L'Oréal will acquire all of the shares of the Chinese manufacturer of cosmetics facial masks.
J.C. Penney Needs Time and Money, Not a Board Fight
The retailer’s board was said to be in talks late Monday with William Ackman of Pershing Square Capital to…
The Alphabet Cream Revolution
WWD’s executive editor of beauty, Pete Born, examines the long-term impact of the ubiquitous new face…
Talking Beauty With Katie Holmes
Actress is launching the Bobbi & Katie Collection with Brown in September and planning her next…
Katie Holmes’ Beauty Foray
As part of her cosmetics deal with Bobbi Brown, the actress is launching the Bobbi & Katie Collection with…
Calista Tools Adding Infomercials
The company, based in West Chester, Pa., plans to begin broadcasting a 30-minute infomercial in September.
Bottega Veneta Launching Men’s Fragrance
Two years after the debut of its first scent for women, the brand is bringing its masculine counterpart to…
Katy Perry’s Royal Turn: Killer Queen
The singer discusses her career, fashion ambitions and her new fragrance with new scent partner Coty Inc. due…
Fabrizio Freda Talks at FGI Tastemaker Series
The president and chief executive officer of the Estée Lauder Cos. Inc. was interviewed by Rose Marie Bravo…
Origins Expanding Into Mexico
The brand made its debut in the Polanco flagship of the Liverpool department store chain, situated in the…