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Space NK Eyes America
Nicky Kinnaird, the queen of British niche retailing, is betting that the trademark specialty apothecary…
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Redefining the Beauty Store
An exercise in "brand enhancement" for two key retailers.
Beauty Beat: Coty Signs Stefani To Fragrance Deal
Gwen Stefani has signed a global licensing deal with the beauty powerhouse to develop and market a line of…
Beauty Beat: Lauder Brightens 59th St. Bloomingdale’s
Estee Lauder unveiled a brightly lit counter at Bloomingdale's Manhattan flagship that is modern, but pays…
Aveda Founder Teams With Regis on Organic Venture
Rechelbacher seems determined to help create a sustainable ecosystem.
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L’Oreal Legends Gala Raises $2.8M
The L'Oreal Legends Gala began with a rousing endorsement Wednesday evening.
Tom Ford Launches Black Orchid
Tom Ford arrived at Saks Fifth Avenue Thursday evening to launch Black Orchid.