Parfumiers are creating the future of scent
With indie brands inspiring trends and consumers becoming increasingly scent savvy, the fragrance scene is evolving
The Beauty Economy 2015
The beauty industry is worth £17 billion to the UK economy, and consumers are expected to spend an average of £342.90 on beauty and skincare this year - a record high. So isn't it time we stopped treating this lucrative sector as the ugly sister of the fashion industry? This report explores the rise of the wellness market and success of British hairdressing, the future of fragrances, and key mergers and acquisitions dominating the industry, as well as the female talent shaping it
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Female talent is the pillar of global beauty industry
A big employer of women, the beauty industry offers a career path from counter to boardroom for the brightest recruits
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Finding out how beauty works
With growing recognition of the beauty industry’s contribution to UK plc, a major survey sheds light on how it functions
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Celebrity hairdressers rake in the cash
Superstar status and professional expertise combine to give haircare brands fronted by British celebrity hairdressers a head start
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The Fashion Economy 2021
From diversity to sustainability, the fashion industry has long had an image problem, so how are brands responding? The Fashion Economy explores the importance of Black-owned brands, size inclusivity and the steps brands are taking to increase our clothes’ lifespans. Plus, what’s driving the rise of luxury M&A and how can brands balance profits with principles when selling in China?
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Future of Packaging 2021
The packaging industry is undergoing rapid transformation as issues around sustainability, technology and regulation come to the fore. From new extended producer responsibility laws to moves towards eco-labelling and how design is being impacted by AI.
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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies 2021
2020 spelled boom time for M&A, but why was this and can we expect it to continue? Our Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies report explores the pros and cons of earnouts, the best ways of getting culture right and the growing importance of ESG
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Supporting SMEs 2021
During lockdown, small British businesses went out of their way to give back to their local communities, as our Supporting SMEs report discovers. Also featured are top tips from founders on startup pitfalls, lessons about digital transformation and an exploration of why recent Brexit deals have failed SMEs