Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez announced on Monday a new partnership with Ulta Beauty that will see the celebrity beauty line stokced across more than 1,500 Ulta Beauty stores as well as online, from February 1.
Ulta Beauty
The Ulta launch will include Rare Beauty’s best-selling products including Soft Pinch Liquid Blush, Brow Harmony Flexible Lifting Gel, Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick, and more. The retailer will also house two Ulta-exclusive kits – Selena’s Most-Loved 3-Piece Set and Selena’s Lash & Brow Duo.
The nationwide partnership also marks Ulta Beauty’s first guest donation partnership with a brand. From February 1–28, when guests make a donation in-store at checkout, 50% of their contribution will be directed to the Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation.
“We are thrilled to celebrate Ulta Beauty’s partnership with Rare Beauty through our first-of-its-kind donation initiative with the Rare Impact Fund,” said Kecia Steelman, president and chief executive officer, Ulta Beauty.
“Supporting and giving back to our community through the Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation is core to our DNA and reaffirms our commitment to using beauty as a force for good. To team up with Selena and Rare to authentically deliver on our values and drive impact is truly an honor. We look forward to welcoming new and existing guests to join our mission and help foster a sense of belonging and holistic well-being for all.”
The Ulta Beauty deal marks the first retail expansion for the American beauty brand since its launch in 2020 by founder and creator, Selena Gomez
I’m so excited to bring Rare Beauty to Ulta Beauty,” said Gomez. “I started Rare Beauty to help people feel seen and celebrated as they are. This brand is about accepting yourself fully and embracing all the things that make you, you. Expanding means we get to share that mission with even more people, and that makes me really proud.”
Alo announced on Saturday the appointment of Benedetta Petruzzo to the role of chief executive of its international operations.
Bernadetta Petruzzo – Courtesy
In her new role, Petruzzo will manage the Los Angeles-based activewear brand’s global operations, focusing on client experience, market strategy and brand identity, as well as its wellness category, according to the company.
A luxury veteran, Petruzzo joins Alo from luxury heavyweight Dior, where she served as managing director. Prior to that, the executive was the CEO of Prada-owned Miu Miu. Earlier in her career, Petruzzo spent five years at Kering Eyewear, operating in various leadership roles, after a five-year stint at consultancy firm, Bain & Co.
Hollywood’s top stars hit the red carpet on Sunday for the Golden Globes, the first major event on the road to the Oscars, and they delivered lots of old-school glamour.
Ariana Grande – AFP
Here is a glance at some of the looks seen at the Beverly Hilton Hotel:
Ever-chic black
Selena Gomez is a newlywed and her happiness shows. The best comedy actress nominee for her work on “Only Murders in the Building” radiated joy as she arrived on the arm of her husband Benny Blanco.
She oozed sophistication in a black Chanel column gown with a frothy white feathered strapless neckline, her black bob swept into soft waves.
Gomez was not alone in striking an understated pose, with lots of stars opting for black or dark, wintry hues.
Teyana Taylor, a winner for her searing turn as a leftist revolutionary in hotly-tipped film “One Battle After Another,” scorched the carpet in a cut-out backless black Schiaparelli gown with a halter neckline — and a cheeky crystal bow on her backside.
Ariana Grande (“Wicked: For Good”), who competed with Taylor for the award for best supporting actress, turned heads in a black textured Vivienne Westwood ballgown with an asymmetrical neckline and a bubble silhouette before trailing to the floor.
Her hair was swept into her signature ponytail, and she kept the jewelry simple with a diamond choker.
Amy Madigan, also in their category for her villainous turn in “Weapons,” went for a tuxedo look with cropped pants and patent leather boots.
Nominee Jenna Ortega embraced the goth chic of her title character in “Wednesday” in a black high-neck Dilara Findikoglu gown with glittering epaulets and cut-offs that revealed a bit of side boob… and part of her hip bone.
Among the male stars in attendance, Colman Domingo was as usual a standout, wearing head-to-toe black Valentino, with silvery appliques scattered from his left shoulder down his lapel to his waist.
Jennifer Lopez is no stranger to strong fashion statements. Her plunging green Versace gown at the Grammys in 2000 is still a reference for winning the red carpet by adopting the “less is more” rule.
On Sunday, Lopez — whose turn in “Kiss of the Spider Woman” was overlooked by Globes voters — wore a figure-hugging sheer gown with bronze patterns snaking over her body, ending in a mermaid fishtail.
Jennifer Lawrence –nominated for best drama actress in a film for “Die My Love” — got the memo as well, rocking a barely-there sheer nude Givenchy gown with only a smattering of strategically placed flowers.
Stars slam deadly ICE shooting
Hollywood never quite has a night out without a bit of politics coming into play.
On Sunday, some of the stars including nominee Mark Ruffalo wore pins with the messages “BE GOOD” — a reference to Renee Good, the Minneapolis woman who was shot and killed by a federal immigration agent.
Comedian WandaSykes wore the same pin on her lapel, while actress Natasha Lyonne, a nominee for her TV show “Poker Face,” attached one to her clutch handbag.
The campaign is endorsed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), one of the country’s most prominent civil rights organizations.By Frederic J. Brown with Susan Stumme in Washington
L.L. Bean announced on Friday the promotion of company veteran Greg Elder to the role of president and chief executive officer.
Greg Elder – Courtesy
Elder succeeds Stephen Smith, who will depart the American heritage apparel company after ten years as CEO.
Elder will transition into his new role as CEO during the first quarter, with Smith continuing to serve on the board as an adviser until March.
Joining L.L. Bean in 2007, Elder has held several leadership positions at the company, including chief retail officer, his most recent post.
Prior to that, he held leadership roles at Eddie Bauer and Dayton Hudson Corporation, now known as Target. Elder is also a member of the Retail Industry Leaders Association.
“We were deliberate in finding a leader who will continue to honor our brand heritage while positioning us for the next era of growth,” Shawn Gorman, chairman of the board of L.L. Bean said in a statement. “Greg rose to the top because of his deep respect for our history, incredible knowledge of our business, strong track record of results and clear vision for the future.”
Elder will be the Freeport, Maine-based company’s fifth CEO in its 114-year history.
“What makes L.L.Bean truly special is its people and purpose. I’m proud to take on this responsibility alongside such a committed and talented team, and I’m grateful for the trust of the Bean family and our board as we begin this next chapter together,” said Elder.
“I’m also thankful for the past 10 years of leadership and friendship from Stephen Smith, who has led the company with heart and conviction through some particularly challenging seasons.
“This brand has been part of my life for many years, and it has deep personal meaning for me to accept this role. Our heritage, our connection to the outdoors and our culture of service and craftsmanship are powerful foundations. At the same time, we have an opportunity and a responsibility to keep evolving: to sharpen our product focus, deepen our connection with customers and ensure L.L.Bean remains relevant and inspiring for the next generation.”
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