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Business of Fashion
a day ago
- Business
- Business of Fashion
Why Hailey Bieber Won the Celebrity Beauty Lottery
Listen to and follow The Debrief :Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast Background: Bieber, a celebrity and influential beauty figure with a strong Gen-Z following, launched Rhode just three years ago, quickly distinguishing the brand with minimalist product offerings closely tied to Bieber's personal aesthetic. She just sold to E.l.f. Beauty for $1 billion, even as rival celebrity beauty brands struggle to grow sales or attract buyers. Priya Rao, executive editor at The Business of Beauty at BoF, joins the Business of Fashion's Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young to discuss how Rhode distinguished itself in a crowded celebrity beauty landscape, why E.l.f. Beauty saw strategic value in the acquisition, and what this landmark deal signals about the evolving beauty industry. Key Insights: Rhode's clean, minimal brand aesthetic also mirrors e.l.f.'s broader mission, albeit at a different price point. 'There's something about Rhode's branding that really makes sense with what E.l.f. already does. They both want to be accessible but aspirational,' Rao notes. Like Rhode, 'E.l.f. has always had a really good sense of what young people want,' says Rao. The success of Rhode demonstrates that differentiated, clearly communicated value propositions continue to resonate strongly in the beauty market. 'From the consumer side, this just shows that the right brand can find the right price at any time, as long as you're able to point and show you offer something different,' explains Rao. Rao highlights how rare it is for a celebrity beauty brand to resonate beyond hype. 'Most celebrity beauty brands are not succeeding at this level,' she says. Rhode's limited and focused product assortment have also contributed to its success. 'She's not launching everything under the sun,' says Rao. 'She's focusing on what she knows and what her audience connects with, and that's why it's working.' The acquisition isn't just about short-term gain – E.l.f. sees lasting value. 'This isn't a flash in the pan for them,' says Rao. 'They're betting on Rhode being a long-term growth engine, not just a trendy pick-up.' Additional Resources: E.l.f. Beauty Acquires Hailey Bieber's Rhode Skin for $1 Billion
Dubai Eye
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Dubai Eye
Between a rock and a hard place with Michaela Kiersch
Dane and Sana speak to one of the world's most elite sports climbers - Michaela Kiersch - to find out what it takes to support your entire body weight on a 4 millimeter hold. Plus, Hans Zimmer is in the studio, telling The Debrief all about the birth of the Lion King soundtrack and his live shows in Abu Dhabi!
Dubai Eye
28-05-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
UAE announces Eid Al Adha holidays for public sector
The Debrief 4:00pm - 7:00pm Join Dane on Dubai Eye 103.8 for The Debrief from 4pm to 7pm, the perfect way to unwind after a busy day at the office. The Score 7:00pm - 9:00pm Hosted by Chris McHardy, The Score is your comprehensive guide to the world of sport. Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE Dubai's current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market? Noon's First Female Delivery Driver Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon's first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
Dubai Eye
28-05-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
UAE moon sighting committee to meet today
The Debrief 4:00pm - 7:00pm Join Dane on Dubai Eye 103.8 for The Debrief from 4pm to 7pm, the perfect way to unwind after a busy day at the office. The Score 7:00pm - 9:00pm Hosted by Chris McHardy, The Score is your comprehensive guide to the world of sport. Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE Dubai's current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market? Noon's First Female Delivery Driver Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon's first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
Business of Fashion
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business of Fashion
Beauty Is in Its Flop Era
Listen to and follow the BoF Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast Background: The beauty sector historically thrived during economic downturns, earning a recession-proof reputation encapsulated in the 'lipstick index.' However, recent earnings from major beauty conglomerates like Estée Lauder, L'Oréal, Coty and Shiseido indicate that beauty's resilience is being tested. Sales are declining, layoffs are coming and consumer habits appear to be shifting dramatically. BoF Senior Beauty Correspondent Daniela Morosini joins Brian Baskin and Sheena Butler-Young on The Debrief to examine what's driving this slowdown and how the industry is adapting. Key Insights: Traditionally, small luxury purchases like beauty products thrived during economic pressure. But the landscape has changed. 'Prices have really, really grown, and there's just so much more to choose from,' says Morosini. The combination of escalating prices, excessive market saturation, and a shift to online platforms like Amazon and TikTok has diluted the impact of small luxury indulgences. 'It's really hard to get seen. So even if you have a more affordable product that more people can afford, you still have to get people to come and look at you and come and interact with you,' she adds. Brands once benefited from consistent replenishment and customer loyalty. Today, consumers are more transient, constantly seeking newness. 'Customers seem to have this insatiable appetite for more products and more newness,' Morosini notes. But after years of heavy consumption, shoppers are starting to tire of new for the sake of new. 'Something that's really starting to come into focus is that, specifically, American middle-class shoppers are starting to buy fewer beauty products – and that's having a big knock-on effect.' As consumers become more price-sensitive, brands need to redefine value beyond just pricing. Morosini suggests brands return to basics, emphasising their core strengths and fostering loyalty through consistent, quality products rather than frequent launches. 'People are really, really attuned to perceptions of value,' says Morosini. Additional Resources:
