Few Silver Linings Seen for Second Half (WWD)
According to experts, consumer spending will continue to decline in the second half of the year.

De Beers Polishes Its Image (WSJ)
Gareth Penny,  CEO of De Beers, explains how he’s cleaning up the company’s checkered past.

Why Katie Grand is the most-wanted woman in fashion (The Guardian)
Lynn Barber talks with the Katie Grand, the editor of Pop and arguably the greatest arbiter of cool.

Vuitton Opens Shop Inside Nordstrom (WWD)
Louis Vuitton opens up a 2,000-square-foot shop in Nordstrom.

The Shoe Olympics (WSJ)
Adidas and Nike, compete for brand buzz during the Beijing Olympics in order to capitalize on China’s market potential. (see video above)