https://blendandbuild.com/2026-08-21https://blendandbuild.com/share-home.svg https://blendandbuild.com/news/fragrance-event-sets-standard/2026-08-21https://blendandbuild.com/share-fragrance-event-sets-standard.svgFragrance Event Sets New StandardScentFest SF exceeds expectations with over 4,000 visitors and 100 niche fragrance brands (Source: Premium Beauty News) https://blendandbuild.com/news/basf-launches-tinosorb-uv/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-basf-launches-tinosorb-uv.svgBASF Launches Tinosorb S UV Filter in the USBASF has launched Tinosorb S in the United States following FDA approval, expanding formulation possibilities for US sunscreen brands (Source: Premium Beauty News) https://blendandbuild.com/news/proya-expands-us-prestige/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-proya-expands-us-prestige.svgPROYA Expands into US Prestige Skincare with Ulta Beauty PartnershipChinese beauty brand PROYA partners with Ulta Beauty to launch in the US, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy (Source: Global Cosmetics News) https://blendandbuild.com/news/est-lauder-companies-reports/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-est-lauder-companies-reports.svgEstée Lauder Companies Reports Return to Sales GrowthThe Estée Lauder Companies has reported a 5% increase in sales for fiscal 2026, driven by growth in the Fragrance and Skin Care categories. (Source: Global Cosmetics News) https://blendandbuild.com/news/target-raises-outlook-following/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-target-raises-outlook-following.svgTarget Raises 2026 Outlook Following Q2 Sales GrowthTarget Corporation reports stronger second-quarter 2026 results, with net sales rising 5.3% and comparable sales increasing 3.8%, prompting the retailer to raise its full-year sales and earnings... https://blendandbuild.com/news/casablanca-fw26-campaign-takes/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-casablanca-fw26-campaign-takes.svgCasablanca's FW26 Campaign Takes Viewers on a Journey Through Cairo's Vibrant StreetsCasablanca's Fall/Winter 2026 campaign, shot by photographer Theo Liu, captures the rich culture of Egypt in a documentary-style series of shots. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/luxury-swimwear-label-nounou/2026-08-20https://blendandbuild.com/share-luxury-swimwear-label-nounou.svgLuxury Swimwear Label nounou Challenges Traditional Beachwear Boundariesnounou, a British luxury swimwear brand, is pushing the limits of swimwear by creating pieces that can be worn beyond the beach. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/sams-sams-unveils-exclusive/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-sams-sams-unveils-exclusive.svgSamsøe Samsøe Unveils Exclusive Capsule Collection Co-Designed by Madeline ArgyThe Danish brand has released a seven-piece capsule collection in collaboration with its ambassador and co-designer, Madeline Argy. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/quenlin-blackwell-partners-nike/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-quenlin-blackwell-partners-nike.svgQuenlin Blackwell Partners with Nike for Year-Long CollaborationFashion icon Quenlin Blackwell has joined Nike in a year-long partnership that blends sport, style, and culture. She will participate in the Nike After Dark Tour: LA 13.1 race on October 24... https://blendandbuild.com/news/meller-teams-up-all/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-meller-teams-up-all.svgMELLER Teams Up with All Points East for Exclusive Eyewear CollaborationBarcelona-born eyewear label MELLER has partnered with London's All Points East festival as the event's official shades for 2026. The limited-edition collaboration features two distinct styles, each... https://blendandbuild.com/news/fenty-beauty-unveils-pro/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-fenty-beauty-unveils-pro.svgFenty Beauty Unveils Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex FoundationFenty Beauty introduces its new Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation, available in 50 shades, with a medium, buildable, skin-like finish. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/frasers-group-acquires-harvey/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-frasers-group-acquires-harvey.svgFrasers Group Acquires Harvey Nichols, Plans Major RestructuringFrasers Group has acquired Harvey Nichols, including six UK stores and its online business, amid financial struggles. The group plans significant restructuring to ensure the luxury retailer's... https://blendandbuild.com/news/adidas-jennie-tease-upcoming/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-adidas-jennie-tease-upcoming.svgadidas and JENNIE Tease Upcoming CollaborationGlobal pop icon JENNIE is partnering with adidas on a highly-anticipated collaborative collection that merges classic sportswear with her signature style. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/australian-fashion-brands-take/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-australian-fashion-brands-take.svgAustralian Fashion Brands Take Centre Stage in Global Beauty SceneIndie labels from Down Under are making waves in the global fashion industry, offering unique takes on seasonless basics, bright colors, and it-girl energy. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/guess-launches-allegra-bag/2026-08-19https://blendandbuild.com/share-guess-launches-allegra-bag.svgGUESS Launches Allegra Bag Campaign with Maura HigginsGUESS introduces the Allegra bag collection with a campaign featuring Maura Higgins, highlighting the bag's structured design and versatile styles. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/sims-brings-iconic-teen/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-sims-brings-iconic-teen.svgThe Sims 4 Brings Iconic Teen Movies to Life with New Capsule KitsGet ready to relive the nostalgia of the 90s and Y2K era with The Sims 4's new Create-a-Sim drops, inspired by Mean Girls and Clueless. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/pharrell-williams-adidas-launch/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-pharrell-williams-adidas-launch.svgPharrell Williams and adidas Launch Newadidas Originals and Pharrell Williams are releasing a new (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/milk-makeup-revamps-decade/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-milk-makeup-revamps-decade.svgMilk Makeup Revamps Decade-Old Sticks Lineup with New Formulas and InnovationsMilk Makeup celebrates its 10-year anniversary by reintroducing its iconic Sticks collection with upgraded formulas and a new lip product, Line + Fill, designed for efficiency and performance. https://blendandbuild.com/news/madhappy-keen-reimagine-mary/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-madhappy-keen-reimagine-mary.svgMadhappy and KEEN Reimagine the Mary Jane for Outdoor StyleMadhappy and KEEN collaborate on a gorpcore-inspired Mary Jane shoe, blending archival KEEN design with Madhappy's playful outdoor aesthetic in two plaid colorways. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/oriflame-appoints-ceo/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-oriflame-appoints-ceo.svgOriflame Appoints New CEOOriflame, a Swedish beauty company, has announced the appointment of Kenneth Benaim Campbell as its new Chief Executive Officer. (Source: Premium Beauty News) https://blendandbuild.com/news/willow-stars-free-people/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-willow-stars-free-people.svgWILLOW Stars in Free People's Fall CampaignThe musician, actor, and creative fronts the brand's Fall 2026 campaign, bringing her signature aesthetic to the label's universe. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/katseye-enters-wild-era/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-katseye-enters-wild-era.svgKATSEYE Enters WILD Era with New Music Video for 'Hootie Frutti'The girl group throws an underground Brazilian-inspired party in the colorful visual for their latest single, released alongside their latest EP. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/echt-nova-trek-range/2026-08-18https://blendandbuild.com/share-echt-nova-trek-range.svgECHT's Nova Trek Range Blends Outdoor Functionality with Fashionable StyleAustralian activewear label ECHT launches its new gorpcore-inspired line, Nova Trek, blending functional outdoor gear with sleek streetwear. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/gap-beauty-revives-90s/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-gap-beauty-revives-90s.svgGap Beauty Revives 90s Fragrance Collection with Five New Eau de ParfumsGap Beauty has relaunched its cult-favorite '90s scent collection with five new Eau de Parfums, each designed to evoke a distinct mood. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/lacoste-unveils-slam-break/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-lacoste-unveils-slam-break.svgLacoste Unveils the Slam Break Sneaker for the US OpenLacoste has released a new sneaker, the Slam Break, blending retro tennis style with modern streetwear. The shoe comes in two versions: a leather and a textile option. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/twojeys-peggy-gou-unveil/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-twojeys-peggy-gou-unveil.svgTwoJeys and Peggy Gou Unveil Summer-Inspired CollabThe Barcelona-born label teams up with Peggy Gou's lifestyle brand Peggy Goods on a capsule collection inspired by electronic music and Mediterranean summer culture. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/chantelle-celebrates-years-exclusive/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-chantelle-celebrates-years-exclusive.svgChantelle Celebrates 150 Years With Exclusive Lingerie DropFrench lingerie house Chantelle marks 150 years with two exclusive underwear designs that honor its archival heritage while serving modern luxury. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/marc-jacobs-unveils-star-0975fc/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-marc-jacobs-unveils-star-0975fc.svgMarc Jacobs Unveils Star-Studded Micro-Drama for Fall CampaignThe brand's latest storytelling series, Question Marc, kicks off with The Swap, a wild and chaotic episodic drama starring Jemima Kirke and Rowan Blanchard. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/miss-sixty-surreal-fall-8af6c2/2026-08-17https://blendandbuild.com/share-miss-sixty-surreal-fall-8af6c2.svgMiss Sixty's Surreal Fall 2026 Campaign Embraces Maximalism and Vintage GlamorThe Italian fashion brand's latest editorial campaign combines elements of vintage glamour with a distinctly surreal twist, inspired by the works of Guy Bourdin and Jean-Daniel Lorieux. https://blendandbuild.com/news/lululemon-unveils-fall-run-61d345/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-lululemon-unveils-fall-run-61d345.svgLululemon Unveils Fall 2026 Run Collection with Focus on Performance and FashionLululemon has launched its Fall 2026 Run Collection, featuring a refined Fast and Free line designed for runners to perform at their best while looking stylish. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/pat-mcgrath-labs-introduces-a76069/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-pat-mcgrath-labs-introduces-a76069.svgPat McGrath Labs Introduces Backstage-Inspired Makeup CollectionPat McGrath Labs has unveiled a new makeup collection inspired by the brand's iconic runway and editorial work. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/kylie-jenner-khy-collaborates-fae8b3/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-kylie-jenner-khy-collaborates-fae8b3.svgKylie Jenner's KHY Collaborates with Gia Borghini on Debut Footwear CollectionKylie Jenner's KHY brand is expanding into footwear with a collaboration with Italian brand Gia Borghini. The collection features three minimalist silhouettes designed for effortless wearability. https://blendandbuild.com/news/citizen-celebrates-years-eco-a4722d/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-citizen-celebrates-years-eco-a4722d.svgCitizen Celebrates 50 Years of Eco-Drive Innovation with the Sleek AxiomCitizen marks a major milestone with the release of the Modern Axiom, a refined dress watch that embodies the brand's commitment to purposeful elegance and sustainability. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/celebrity-fragrance-campaigns-make-f0c241/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-celebrity-fragrance-campaigns-make-f0c241.svgCelebrity Fragrance Campaigns Make a Lasting ImpressionFragrance brands are taking a new approach to their campaigns, partnering with celebrities who embody the essence of their scents. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/stanley-farm-rio-launch-3d73c5/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-stanley-farm-rio-launch-3d73c5.svgStanley and FARM Rio Launch Tropical-Inspired Drinkware CollectionStanley and FARM Rio have partnered to release a vibrant collection of reusable drinkware and coolers, featuring Brazilian-inspired prints and sustainable materials. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/farm-rio-rip-curl-7570b3/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-farm-rio-rip-curl-7570b3.svgFARM Rio and Rip Curl Unite for Vibrant Surf Culture CollectionThe Brazilian and Australian brands collaborate on a second collection blending technical expertise with a signature print-heavy aesthetic. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/onitsuka-tiger-unveils-denivita-cddbde/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-onitsuka-tiger-unveils-denivita-cddbde.svgOnitsuka Tiger Unveils DENIVITA Campaign with TWICE's MOMO as Brand AmbassadorJapanese footwear brand Onitsuka Tiger has launched its new DENIVITA campaign, featuring global K-pop icon MOMO from TWICE as the brand ambassador. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/news/ysl-beauty-expands-libre-a228f0/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-ysl-beauty-expands-libre-a228f0.svgYSL Beauty Expands 'Libre' Collection with New 'Libre Santal Couture' PerfumeYSL Beauty has introduced 'Libre Santal Couture', a floral woody Eau de Parfum, as part of its 'Libre' collection. The new fragrance features a warm sandalwood accord and is fronted by global... https://blendandbuild.com/news/makeup-art-creating-cathartic-d9285e/2026-08-16https://blendandbuild.com/share-makeup-art-creating-cathartic-d9285e.svgMakeup: The Art of Creating Cathartic Pop AnthemsBella Kay's debut album My Reckless Abandon explores the highs and lows of growing up, transforming past mistakes and emotional chaos into moments of catharsis. (Source: Hypebae) https://blendandbuild.com/looks/2026-08-20 https://blendandbuild.com/shades/2026-08-20 https://blendandbuild.com/news/2026-08-20 https://blendandbuild.com/about/ https://blendandbuild.com/sources-and-methods/ https://blendandbuild.com/corrections/