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'Most beautiful girl in the world' awarded title of 'most beautiful face' over a decade later A young woman once declared to be the “most beautiful” girl in the world is being celebrated once again for managing to still be pretty darn good-looking.

Quirky New Year's events, from dropping food to raising a giant cup From food falling from the sky to toasts made to ring in the New Year, many cities across the U.S. have created unique ways to celebrate 2019.

The deputy high commissioner for human rights at the UN Human Rights Office reflects on the nature of human dignity and discrimination in turbulent times. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2AkwgGY

The Daily Spike: Pups have a ball in Times Square before New Year's Eve Spike got to go behind the scenes and see the ball that drops on New Year's Eve.

Social worker leaves $11 million to children's charities upon death Alan Naiman baffled beneficiaries by leaving an $11 million estate to children's charities.

Mom catches son, 6, using Alexa to answer his math problems: 'Boyyyyy!' In fairness, that’s a pretty smart thing to do.

Woman finds Walmart shopper’s engagement ring in Instant Pot box A woman in Washington State realized something was wrong with her new Instant Pot purchase, likely because they don't often come with prizes like cereal boxes do.

Bride announces pregnancy at wedding reception, surprises groom with 'shock of a lifetime' Jamie and Charlie Forbes had a whole lot to celebrate on their wedding day.

Swimwear model responds after body-shamers criticize cellulite: 'Being beautiful is about being kind' Ariella Nyssa has learned to love her body, even if haters on social media are trying to shame her for it.

Justin Bieber designing hotel-like slippers for forthcoming clothing line The Biebs is already sold out of the $5 footwear.

Couple weds hours after meeting in person for first time Two strangers married on Christmas Day after meeting for the first time at an airport in their wedding attire before boarding a plane to Las Vegas.

Dog finds home for holidays after 8 years in shelter A dog that spent eight years in a kennel has finally found a home - and has now spent her first Christmas with her new owners.

Washington Post ponders if kids should sit on Santa’s lap amid #MeToo movement The Washington Post published a story this week questioning whether or not children should sit on Santa Claus’ lap amid the #MeToo movement.

Christmas caroling has some really bizarre origins Back in the day, people went wassailing for a reason.

The silliest Christmas stories of the 2018 holiday season St. Nick’s belly is shaking like a bowlful of jelly right now.

Colorblind man sees fiance's blue eyes for first time during proposal with special glasses A colorblind man used a special pair of glasses to see his girlfriend’s blue eyes for the first time after getting down on one knee to propose.

Mince pies from World War II found under hotel floorboard A tin of mince pies made during World War II has been found under a hotel's floorboards.

Girl's Christmas letter to dad in heaven gets heartwarming response A little girl who wrote a letter to her father "in heaven" asking him to come home for Christmas has received a heartwarming reply thanks to caring Royal Mail staff.

IDG Capital and Hong Kong-based I.T Group have acquired stakes of 30.1 percent and 10.9 percent of the company. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2rSfBG9

2019 trends: 7 lifestyle fads to watch for The new year will surely arrive with some serious surprises.

Most people give up New Year's Resolutions by January 12, study claims The report urges resolution-makers to stay strong through January.

Proposals gone wrong: The funniest engagement stories of 2018 Couples will never forget the moment they become engaged, but not always for the reasons they imagine.

The Cambridge Analytica whistleblower opened VOICES by revealing that the controversial firm weaponised fashion trends to target potential Trump supporters. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2Sec9RV

The complaint calls Weber a 'serial sexual predator' and alleged that he touched the five men and insinuated that he could help their careers if they complied. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2GDE4cz

Less than two years after Raf Simons debuted his first collection for Calvin Klein as the American multi-tiered, multi-billion-dollar brand's first chief creative officer, the designer is out. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2GxXMGJ

4 last-minute Christmas gifts that don't feel so last minute Four gift ideas that will still seem thoughtful — even though you bought them at the last minute.

4 last-minute Christmas gifts that don't feel so last minute Four gift ideas that will still seem thoughtful — even though you bought them at the last minute.

Groomsman accidentally stabbed groom, panicked and fell from restaurant balcony, police say The men were reportedly drinking just before the incident occurred.

Ariana Grande's 'lampshading' fashions drove style searches in 2018, report finds Grande's penchant for wearing oversized sweatshirts with no pants was apparently a sought-after trend.

Bride mocked for fretting about guest's 'ivory' dress Critics are divided regarding whether or not it's okay to wear a white floral dress to a wedding.

Trussardi’s founding family has sold the fashion house to investment fund Quattro R, according to a report published by Italian luxury industry news site Pambianco. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2V38Dvu

Almost a third of shoes and clothes from brands like Adidas and Zalando are bigger or smaller than the size on the label indicates, according to fitting models. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2A9XQH0

Dad secretly places dating ad for three 'successful, handsome, alas unmarried' sons Three eligible bachelors are in for the surprise – and trip – of a lifetime.

Bride claims she kicked out guests who brought children to kid-free wedding: 'I snapped and said that they just needed to go' The bride, who did not identify herself, says she informed guests on the invitations that no children would be allowed.

Shares rose 8 percent on Friday, after solid quarterly results eased concerns about escalating Sino-American trade tensions. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2V54g2T

The new deal will help Benko expand his online sports retail business in Asia before the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2POZNh7

Michelle Obama wears $4K thigh-high Balenciaga glitter boots on book tour This former FLOTUS has some serious footwear game.

In its recent decision to use lab-grown gems, the 130-year-old jewellers risks undermining the market for natural diamonds. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2BxpLRe

Signing retailers to long leases — and hoping they don't declare bankruptcy — is fast becoming an outdated formula. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2EELN8F

The uptake is a sign that its Colin Kaepernick ad campaign may have paid off.   from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2rOgwrb

The industry is getting a much-needed refresh that should keep bankers busy. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2Ezk2gS

Family famous for cringe-worthy Christmas cards pose for 16th one They've been doing it for 16 years.

Luxury resale sites like The RealReal and Vestiaire Collective create an unprecedented opportunity for counterfeiters. Are they doing enough to weed out fakes? from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2rNWbCz

Could you be next to join the team behind the definitive resource for the global fashion community? from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2BtYkaE

For more than a year, Nike has been speeding up the pace of new product launches and expanding partnerships with online retailers, leading to a rise in digital sales. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2SX5346

The industry is getting a much-needed refresh that should keep bankers busy. from The Business of Fashion http://bit.ly/2BxVMIB

NICU babies dressed for Christmas at New Jersey hospital Some of the tiniest patients at a New Jersey hospital are ringing in the holiday season in style.

Kim Kardashian shows off expensive Birkin bag collection in bikini selfie Some outlets say it's as much as $200G.

Monterey Bay Aquarium apologizes for ‘fat-shaming’ otter with 'black language' on Twitter That's one beefy otter.

From Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel's early years on the Rue Cambon, to launching Chanel No.5 and the now iconic 2.55 handbag, to how the business operates today, BoF answers your questions on what is regarded as the world's most desirable luxury fashion brand. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2QEMViR

Sweden's 'male-free' music festival found guilty of discrimination The Statement Festival, a women-only musical event in Sweden, was found guilty of gender discrimination.

Sweden's 'male-free' music festival found guilty of discrimination The Statement Festival, a women-only musical event in Sweden, was found guilty of gender discrimination.

Santa's hardest working Christmas elf ensures 25K kids get letters each year “Santa letters, even if they’re addressed to the North Pole or the Arctic Circle, they come to Santa Claus, Ind.”

Santa's hardest working Christmas elf ensures 25K kids get letters each year “Santa letters, even if they’re addressed to the North Pole or the Arctic Circle, they come to Santa Claus, Ind.”

This week, Rent the Runway appoints WeWork president to its board of directors, while Vogue Ukraine names its editor-in-chief. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2PRHpE7

Following two months of declines, the volume of goods sold in stores and online jumped 1.4 percent in November. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2A8CvO5

Winter hair care: How to prevent seasonal damage Don't let the cold weather ruin your good hair day.

Diversity is not a trend, and there is more work to be done to acknowledge and address the barriers facing non-white designers, models and creatives. The first step? Don’t lump everyone’s challenges together. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2QGFd7R

Cat in Maryland that received $19K kidney transplant dies at 18, owner says A cat in Baltimore, Maryland that received a $19,000 kidney transplant just over a year ago has died.

Christmas, holiday parties may lead to 'parenting hangovers,' new poll says Parents of young children planning to take part in holiday festivities — such as parties — this year should be prepared to parent while hungover the following day, a recent poll from the University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital says.

Inflatable snowmen recorded having 'serious brawl' during windstorm We thought snowmen were supposed to be jolly, happy souls.

Even previously high-flying, online-only retailers are vulnerable to deteriorating consumer sentiment, shows a profit warning from Asos. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2Evt12p

Mom defends spending estimated $2,000 on kids' Christmas presents “I love Christmas and so do my kids.”

Shares of European retailers have been under pressure recently after warnings of poor performance by the likes of ASOS and Sports Direct. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2PNVX7O

The creator of Piñatex, a textile woven from the long fibres in discarded pineapple leaves, hopes to give the fashion industry a sustainable alternative to leather. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2SWtbUD

Forever 21 apologizes for using white man to model ‘Black Panther’-inspired sweater Forever 21 apologized after the store was criticized on social media for using a white model to sell a sweater inspired by the 2018 blockbuster hit “Black Panther.”

Tom Ford manager accused of 'very horny' antics in second lawsuit The high-fashion house is facing a second suit by two tailors, including one who’s done fittings for actor Will Smith, former Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez and even Tom Ford himself.

Chinese consumers are upgrading their consumption habits, Canada Goose postponed its Beijing debut amid the fallout from Huawei, and a farmer's DIY couture is going viral. Read China Decoded to make sense of the market. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2A6wCRD

Global players from Givenchy Beauty to Sephora are targeting the growing opportunity in South Korea, but a phalanx of homegrown brands stands in their way. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2Clyc3F

The UK’s biggest retailer of luxury Swiss watches is pushing into America with its glossy showroom model intent on luring investors as much as millennials, as hedge fund owner Apollo prepares for an exit. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2SWHWGV

Most retailers have responded by expanding their traditional summer and new year sales to year-round promotions, even in the crucial Christmas period when they have previously counted on shifting stock at full price. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2CkZ6sv

Bear in Washington that survived burns from wildfire was shot, killed by hunter, officials say A black bear named Cinder that nearly lost her life in a 2014 wildfire was found shot and killed.

'Millennial Christmas Traditions' hashtag goes viral with new holiday rituals: 'Leaving avocado toast for Santa' A hashtag has gone viral on Twitter with all generations coming up with their own interpretations of Millennial Christmas Traditions.

Woman breaks up with cheating boyfriend in speech at birthday party The video has been viewed nearly six million times.

Secret Santa claims co-worker Googled cost of present, asked for an additional one Christmas is all about getting presents – at least that seems to be the case for one woman.

Texas woman claims dog died after eating a sugar-free candy cane: ‘I feel like I failed her’ A young dog in Texas reportedly died after eating a sugar-free candy cane, which contains an ingredient called xylitol that is often deadly to canines if ingested.

The German company is selling a refurbished version of its 1986 shoe with computers in the heels. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2ClvNGg

The industry’s crisis deepens in the run-up to the Christmas holiday. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2A6czmm

PVH gave Simons the keys to the kingdom. Now the relationship is crumbling. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2SX6K1l

Several weekends of violent demonstrations across France have hit the capital’s sellers of high-end goods hard during the year’s most important shopping period. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2Bs0F62

Shares of the British trench coat-maker have fallen 4.6 percent this year, a similar level to when chief executive Gobbetti took charge mid-2017. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2URVMw6

The strangest fashion items of 2018 This year didn't disappoint.

Last year, the beauty sector generated 142.6 billion units of packaging, most of which ended up in landfill. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2SUFuk5

Colin McDowell shares his essential holiday books, which delve into the minds of fashion’s greats, from ‘King of Tailors’ Richard Anderson to the late Yves Saint Laurent and Ingrid Sischy. from The Business of Fashion https://ift.tt/2CimbvB

UPS deletes Christmas 'shredding' tweet after massive backlash: 'You know what list you’re on right?' "Did the Grinch hack UPS' twitter?"