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Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
For summer outfit inspiration, check out 'And Just Like That'
'Yes,' I exclaimed, sitting bolt upright in bed, startling my husband as an image of Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) wearing a midnight blue, long-sleeved gown appeared on my feed last week. (I am fully cognisant that pre-sleep scrolling is a terrible idea, but fashion has callous disregard for circadian rhythms.) Obviously, Vivienne Westwood, not obviously this season, the dress in question turns out to be a vintage piece once owned by the late designer herself and now worn by SJP to the premiere of And Just Like That… Season 3. Streaming this weekend on OSN+, the third instalment of the Sex and the City (SATC) spinoff is set to bring a much-needed jolt of life to my style mojo this summer. Is it just me, or has all that greige, oversized suiting we've been exposed to for so long gotten a bit, well, greige? I am old enough to remember the time that Prada did grey in the late '90s and the entire high street followed suit; Marks & Spencer looked like its school uniform department had overrun the entire store. After a few seasons of ubiquitous restrained V-neck woollen sweaters, it's no wonder sense went out of the window and brightly coloured, bedazzled Juicy Couture tracksuits came rushing in. Since then, fashion has done its cyclical thing; sometimes OTT and shouty, sometimes restrained and whispering. In the 2010s, the birth of Instagram inevitably went hand-in-iPhone-clutching-hand with the kind of exuberant street style best exemplified by then Italian Vogue fashion editor Anna Dello Russo (ADR). Peacocking became an actual job – influencing – and no one did it like ADR. Not since Carrie Bradshaw had completely bonkers style choices been so celebrated. By this decade, macro trends – minimal, maximal, and everything in-between – have been rendered obsolete by the takeover of the algorithm, which feeds us increasing amounts of what we already like (in my case, Taylor Swift). But that hasn't stopped a pervasive desaturation of fun in pursuit of cool from dampening the fashion outlook. Even ADR has hung up her Dolce & Gabbana cherry hat for a life of meditation and yoga. Thank the fashion deities then, for SJP and her alter ego, Carrie, showing us that we can still find joy in fashion, that smiling is allowed, and that bow-adorned hot pink shoes are never a bad idea. Even in a rat-infested New York summer. We are now two decades on from the conclusion of SATC. Parker turned 60 this year, and I am delighted that she refuses to let the advancement of time dull her style sparkle. That medieval corseted navy Westwood dress was inspired; nodding as it does to Bradshaw's iconic wedding gown, which the character re-wore to the Met Gala in Season 2 of And Just Like That… Personal style doesn't have an expiry date. Neither should it have rules. One day we can be Carrie in layers of tulle, the next we can be Miuccia in a minimalist Prada re-edition from the 2000s. I have to confess my own inclinations tend to fall on the Carrie side of the fence. In a fashion-off between saccharine-shaded lashings of tulle and androgynous griege suiting, 99 per cent of the time I'll side with the tulle. There's something so life-affirming about going full Patricia Field, whose original costumes for SATC were as much a cast member as Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, Charlotte and, of course, NYC herself. So yes, I'll be tuning in for the fashion this weekend, just as much as the narrative thread that as Elie Habib, CEO of OSN+ & Anghami, says, 'Not only celebrate timeless friendships that transcend cultures, especially in our part of the world where close-knit social and family ties are deeply valued, but also reflect the evolving journeys we all experience, beyond the bounds of age.'
Elle
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Lindsay Lohan Talks Y2K and 'Freakier Friday' With Taylen Biggs
Lindsay Lohan sits down with ELLE's new 'summer intern', 12-year-old journalist Taylen Biggs, for a hilarious, heartwarming conversation. From reminiscing about early 2000s culture (think: Juicy Couture, Britney Spears, and rhinestoned Sidekicks) to sharing sweet parenting moments and self-care routines, watch as our Summer Issue cover star opens up about her favorite Mean Girls memory, acting alongside-and as-Jamie Lee Curtis, and her dreams for the future. Check out the full cover story here.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Brand Concepts Ltd (NSE:BCONCEPTS) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Navigating Growth Amidst ...
Release Date: May 19, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Brand Concepts Ltd (NSE:BCONCEPTS) maintained decent topline growth despite challenging market conditions. The company successfully launched the Juicy Couture brand, receiving positive consumer feedback and strong initial sales. Investments in a new warehouse and manufacturing plant are expected to improve supply chain efficiencies and production capabilities. The company has expanded its store presence to 48 locations, including a significant rollout in Shopper Stop outlets. Brand Concepts Ltd (NSE:BCONCEPTS) is focusing on digital marketing, achieving 1.94 billion impressions for Juicy Couture's launch. Higher interest costs and depreciation from new investments have impacted profitability. Like-for-like (LFL) growth remains negative, particularly in distribution and department store channels. The company faces intense competition and heavy discounting from competitors, affecting pricing strategies. Institutional and government business margins are lower, impacting overall profitability. The company's retail expansion is limited in key markets like Bangalore and Hyderabad, affecting potential growth. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 5 Warning Signs with NSE:BCONCEPTS. Q: Are you seeing any traction on like-for-like (LFL) growth, considering last year was a struggle? A: LFL growth in e-commerce is positive, but distribution, including department stores, has been sluggish. However, LFL is better than last year, though still negative. Our Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs) were flattish, but average selling prices (ASPs) have been increasing, indicating better value growth than volume growth. - Abinav Kumar, Whole-time Director and CFO Q: Do you have a plan around return on capital employed (ROCE) and return on investment (ROI) for the company? A: Yes, we are focused on capital employed. For instance, when investing in the warehouse, we phased the investment to protect our ROCE and ROI. We aim to maintain a balance between growth and capital efficiency. - Abinav Kumar, Whole-time Director and CFO Q: How do you see the industry discounting trend resolving, given the increasing competition? A: The discounting trend is challenging, with some players leading the price war. However, we see a shift towards premium offerings across brands. We expect the situation to stabilize in 1-2 quarters as demand returns and brands focus on premium segments. - Abinav Kumar, Whole-time Director and CFO Q: What percentage of your revenues is from in-house manufactured goods, and how will this change post-merger? A: Currently, 70% of our backpacks are manufactured in-house, contributing about 10% to overall revenue. Post-merger, we expect 50% of luggage production to be in-house, which should improve margins over time. - Abinav Kumar, Whole-time Director and CFO Q: What is your strategy for expanding store locations, particularly in underrepresented areas like Bangalore and Hyderabad? A: We plan to open larger flagship stores and airport locations, focusing on revamping the brand experience. We aim to open 10-12 stores this year, with a focus on mall locations and pilot stores to refine our approach before broader expansion. - Abinav Kumar, Whole-time Director and CFO For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ice Spice Partners With Revlon for First Fragrance Line
Ice Spice has scored her first fragrance deal, inking a partnership with Revlon Consumer Products. This will entail the four-time Grammy-nominated artist partnering with Revlon's experts to develop a bespoke fragrance line, the first of which is slated for release in 2026. More from WWD Skin Care Pioneer Ole Henriksen Announces 'The Glowing Man' Biopic in Cannes Bath & Body Works' New Off the Vine Scent Collection Confirms the Return of Tomato Girl Summer Why Jennifer Aniston Says 'No Gimmicks Needed' in Her Hair Care Brand LolaVie's First TV Campaign Ice Spice said: 'I have been a lifelong fan of Revlon and I am so excited to be partnering with them on my first fragrance. Revlon is an iconic brand that has a long history of innovation, and I am honored to work together with them to develop my fragrance line that embodies me and inspires fans to embrace their individuality.' For Revlon, now out of bankruptcy with much less debt, this reflects a renewed focus on accelerating its fragrance business. 'We are delighted to embark on this exciting new chapter with viral sensation and powerhouse talent Ice Spice. She is bold and innovative, just like Revlon, making this a perfect match,' said Michelle Peluso, chief executive officer of Revlon. 'This deal also marks a major step in the revitalization of Revlon's fragrance business and for the company's ambitious growth plans. Transforming our fragrance business with groundbreaking deals like this not only strengthens our portfolio but also allows us to reach new audiences. I can't wait to see what we create together.' Revlon's fragrance portfolio includes brands such as Elizabeth Arden, Juicy Couture, John Varvatos, Geoffrey Beene, Lucky Brand, Christina Aguilera, Elizabeth Taylor, Ed Hardy and Curve. Most recently it renewed its longstanding global licensing deal for Juicy Couture fragrances with Authentic Brands Group. As part of the deal, Revlon will continue to exclusively produce and market all Juicy Couture fragrance pillars worldwide. The new agreement also paves the way for an expanded product portfolio, with new launches planned across core fragrances. Revlon's beauty sales came in at $2 billion in 2024, according to WWD Beauty Inc's Top 100 Beauty Companies. Best of WWD Exploring Opportunities for Italian Artistic Perfumery Brands Fueguia 1833 Expands in Middle East, Gears Up for Paris Opening Penhaligon's Opens the Virtual Doors of Its Portraits Mansion
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
We went hunting in the charity shop's ‘rag house' and were stunned by our discoveries – we found a £80 bag & £600 shirt
IT'S where all the clothes, accessories and sundries go when they aren't sold at the charity shop. But one woman was lucky enough to be allowed to search through her local "rag house" - also known as a textile recycling centre - and was stunned by what she found. 7 Thrifting pro Lola had a rare opportunity to go hunting in a charity shop's 'rag house' Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/ 7 It's where everything that's not sold at the charity shop - like this bag, worth £80 Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/ 7 She also came across a cool Y2K Juicy Couture purse Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/ 7 And it even had a monogrammed interior Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/ Lola Amuah is a thrifting pro, and regularly shares videos of her antics on her social media pages. And in a recent TikTok, Lola posted a clip of herself and her thrifting pal Pete searching through the huge bins of items. Things began well as Lola spotted a Fjällräven Kånken backpack, which would usually retail for around £80. "Needs a bit of a wash but that's decent isn't it?!" a clearly delighted Lola said. Next up, she spotted an "early 2000s" Juicy Couture purse, which even had the monogrammed designer fabric inside. Bags seemed to be the theme of the day, as they then found a Mickey Mouse bag with "Oh Boy" written on the front. She then found a Winnie the Pooh plush backpack, and another backpack which was new with tags from TK Maxx to take home for her daughters. "What, what have you found?" Lola exclaimed, as Pete held up a football shirt with the name of Argentinian footballer Gabriel Batistuta on the back. "Is that real?" she questioned, to which Pete said it was, and admitted it would cost around £600 new. "How did he find a £600 shirt??" Lola captioned her video. I spotted a huge Jellycat bunny in my local charity shop and knew I'd hit the jackpot when I discovered how rare he is "Lots of good finds," one person commented on the clip. "Hoarders paradise in there!" Lola replied. "Omg WHERE is this?! Is it open to the public?" another pleaded. "This sadly isn't open to public," Lola said. "We have a business relationship for my live streams." "This is heaven!" a third gushed. Top charity shop tips for bagging a bargain Ross Dutton has been a manager for Crisis's charity shops for four years and currently runs the charity's Finsbury Park shop in London. Choose your area - As a rule of thumb, the posher the area, the better quality the clothes that are donated. Don't hang around - If you see something you like, buy it, as it'll likely be gone when you come back Look out for cut-off labels - Some of your favourite high street stores will have deals with local charity shops to donate stock that isn't sold during their own sales. Often part of the deal is that they need to cut the labels off the clothes. Stay at home - While some charities have their own site, like Oxfam and Crisis. many also sell from dedicated eBay stores, such as British Heart Foundation and Scope. You won't get the range of bargains that you would get in a physical store, but if you're looking for something specific it may be worth checking online too. "Please tell me you got that juicy purse?" someone else questioned. "I absolutely did! Had to!" Lola said in response. "I love your excitement at everything your find," another praised. "Please THE first bag," someone else gushed. As another added: "OMG I'd love that Batistuta, what a player!" 7 She also came across a bag from TK Maxx that was new with tags Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/ 7 As well as this cute Mickey Mouse one Credit: tiktok/@lola_amuah/
