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Daily Mail
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Parking fines? Pocket change! Rich Lister MCoBeauty boss Shelley Sullivan leaves her BMW in a no-stopping zone to shop at high-end jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels
She's one of Australia's richest beauty moguls, and on Sunday, Shelley Sullivan proved a parking ticket is merely a minor inconvenience when you're worth millions. The ModelCo founder, 51, was spotted leaving her luxury BMW SUV in a clearly marked no-stopping zone along Market Street in Sydney 's CBD before heading into the upscale Van Cleef & Arpels boutique. Dressed in figure-hugging black leggings and a cropped zip-up jacket, Shelley appeared completely unfazed as she spoke on her mobile phone while returning to her car. Shelley accessorised her off-duty look with gold hoop earrings and minimal makeup, while her platinum blonde bob was slicked back in a casual yet chic style. Despite parking directly underneath a 'no stopping' sign painted in bold red and white, Sullivan left her vehicle and proceeded into the luxury jeweller - known for its five- and six-figure price tags. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The ModelCo founder, 51, was spotted leaving her luxury BMW SUV in a clearly marked no-stopping zone along Market Street in Sydney 's CBD before heading into the upscale Van Cleef & Arpels boutique Her black BMW SUV remained parked in the red-painted zone, metres from the storefront, while passing traffic and pedestrians looked on. In New South Wales, if caught, stopping in a no-stopping zone will set you back $304 and two demerit points if witnessed by a police officer. The sighting comes just weeks after the entrepreneur spoke about what it meant to sell her business earlier this year. Speaking to Stellar Magazine earlier this month, Shelley confirmed that while the business was valued at $1 billion, the real takeaway for her and her team was far from what the public might assume. 'I wish,' she told the outlet when asked whether she personally pocketed that amount. 'The business could be valued at $1 billion, but that's not necessarily a reflection on what the people that are exiting get.' Shelley explained that MCoBeauty's lofty valuation was based on its performance and earning potential rather than a direct windfall for herself. She emphasised that factors like the brand's rapid growth, earnings trajectory, and overall market trends contributed to the billion-dollar figure, not a simple sale price. Despite stepping back from day-to-day operations, the beauty boss hasn't completely walked away. She remains an avid supporter, watching from the sidelines with pride as the brand continues to thrive under new leadership. 'I'm still very much a fan of the brand,' she said. 'Running a business that grew so quickly was a lot… exhilarating and exciting, but at times exhausting.' Shelley admitted that she's now enjoying a well-earned break after years of hustle. The journey to the top wasn't without sacrifices - long hours, relentless pressure and the weight of expectations were all part of the grind. Driven by a clear goal to dominate the beauty market with affordable, on-trend products, Shelley and her team worked tirelessly to turn MCoBeauty into the powerhouse it is today. The business' explosive growth made it a major player on supermarket shelves and in the competitive beauty landscape, rivalling premium brands at a fraction of the cost. She credits the brand's success to a razor-sharp focus on innovation and consumer demand, paired with savvy partnerships and bold marketing. But even with the monumental valuation and market domination, Shelley remains grounded and spends time focusing on family and slowing down more than big-dollar headlines. Reflecting on her business journey, she concluded: 'We had a vision to create Australia's fastest-growing beauty brand. 'But I don't think myself, the family, and the team ever thought beyond our wildest dreams that that's what we would create.'
National Post
24-06-2025
- Business
- National Post
NuORDER by Lightspeed Expands Luxury Retail Footprint with Saks Global
Article content As part of an expanded partnership with Saks Global, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman will now leverage NuORDER, advancing the company's efforts to reinvent luxury shopping Article content MONTREAL — NuORDER by Lightspeed, a leading global commerce platform that enables retailers and brands to connect, collaborate, and make smarter buying decisions, has established an expanded partnership with Saks Global. Saks Fifth Avenue has leveraged NuORDER to make informed buying decisions and enhance efficiency. Now, NuORDER's capabilities will be extended to Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman to help Saks Global further its efforts to reinvent the luxury shopping experience. Article content 'With the continuous evolution of luxury consumer shopping preferences, we're committed to building a luxury fashion assortment that is both relevant and inspiring for our customers,' said Paolo Riva, Chief Brand Partnerships & Buying Officer, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. 'We're pleased to partner with NuORDER in our efforts to drive timely buying decisions in collaboration with our brand partners, enabling us to meet our customers with a refined edit of the latest fashion through highly personalized shopping experiences.' Article content Yumi Shin, Chief Merchandising Officer, Bergdorf Goodman, added, 'With NuORDER's innovative analytical capabilities, we are continuing to equip our teams with modern tools to ensure our customers' needs are met. We look forward to working with NuORDER to amplify our globally recognized curation and deliver the best in luxury, season-after-season.' NuORDER by Lightspeed has revolutionized the buying and merchandising process for retailers that operate multiple channels and cater to different markets while still delivering a strong, cohesive brand experience. By replacing outdated manual processes with a digital interface, NuORDER reduces operational costs significantly for retailers. Now, buying teams can easily plan and manage assortments across hundreds of brands, aligning their selections with the evolving tastes of today's luxury consumer. Brands and retailers can collaborate in real-time to curate hyper-personalized assortments based on live data and insights to drive profitability and speed up order writing to get the right products in front of the right customers at the right time. Article content 'Retailers are rethinking their wholesale strategies to become more precise, profitable, and brand aligned. We are proud that Saks Global continues to see NuORDER as a key part of their merchandising strategy,' said Chris Akrimi, General Manager of NuORDER by Lightspeed. 'By expanding our partnership to include Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Global is reinforcing its commitment to smarter buying, faster go-to-market timelines, and delivering assortments that meet the moment.' Article content NuORDER by Lightspeed is a leading B2B commerce platform powering wholesale buying and selling. NuORDER offers a full suite of commerce solutions engineered to streamline the way brands sell their products all around the world while providing retailers with the insights they need to make better buying decisions. Today, more than 4,000 brands and more than 100,000 vetted retailers use NuORDER to transform their wholesale operations. Lightspeed acquired NuORDER in 2021. Article content Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Lightspeed's cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Article content Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. Article content Follow NuORDER on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Article content Forward-Looking Statements Article content This news release may include forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws (' forward-looking statements '), including information regarding Lightspeed's product offerings and partnerships. Forward-looking statements are statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions and are identified by words such as 'will', 'expects', 'anticipates', 'intends', 'plans', 'believes', 'estimates' or similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Such statements are based on current expectations of Lightspeed's management and inherently involve numerous risks and uncertainties, known and unknown, including economic factors. A number of risks, uncertainties and other factors may cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this news release, including, among other factors, those risk factors identified in our most recent Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under 'Risk Factors' in our most recent Annual Information Form, and in our other filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are available under our profiles on SEDAR+ at and on EDGAR at Readers are cautioned to consider these and other factors carefully when making decisions with respect to Lightspeed's subordinate voting shares and not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are not guarantees of future performance and, while forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions that Lightspeed considers reasonable, actual events and results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements made by Lightspeed. Except as may be expressly required by applicable law, Lightspeed does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Article content Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NuORDER by Lightspeed Expands Luxury Retail Footprint with Saks Global
As part of an expanded partnership with Saks Global, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman will now leverage NuORDER, advancing the company's efforts to reinvent luxury shopping MONTREAL, June 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NuORDER by Lightspeed, a leading global commerce platform that enables retailers and brands to connect, collaborate, and make smarter buying decisions, has established an expanded partnership with Saks Global. Saks Fifth Avenue has leveraged NuORDER to make informed buying decisions and enhance efficiency. Now, NuORDER's capabilities will be extended to Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman to help Saks Global further its efforts to reinvent the luxury shopping experience. "With the continuous evolution of luxury consumer shopping preferences, we're committed to building a luxury fashion assortment that is both relevant and inspiring for our customers," said Paolo Riva, Chief Brand Partnerships & Buying Officer, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. "We're pleased to partner with NuORDER in our efforts to drive timely buying decisions in collaboration with our brand partners, enabling us to meet our customers with a refined edit of the latest fashion through highly personalized shopping experiences." Yumi Shin, Chief Merchandising Officer, Bergdorf Goodman, added, "With NuORDER's innovative analytical capabilities, we are continuing to equip our teams with modern tools to ensure our customers' needs are met. We look forward to working with NuORDER to amplify our globally recognized curation and deliver the best in luxury, season-after-season." NuORDER by Lightspeed has revolutionized the buying and merchandising process for retailers that operate multiple channels and cater to different markets while still delivering a strong, cohesive brand experience. By replacing outdated manual processes with a digital interface, NuORDER reduces operational costs significantly for retailers. Now, buying teams can easily plan and manage assortments across hundreds of brands, aligning their selections with the evolving tastes of today's luxury consumer. Brands and retailers can collaborate in real-time to curate hyper-personalized assortments based on live data and insights to drive profitability and speed up order writing to get the right products in front of the right customers at the right time. "Retailers are rethinking their wholesale strategies to become more precise, profitable, and brand aligned. We are proud that Saks Global continues to see NuORDER as a key part of their merchandising strategy," said Chris Akrimi, General Manager of NuORDER by Lightspeed. "By expanding our partnership to include Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Global is reinforcing its commitment to smarter buying, faster go-to-market timelines, and delivering assortments that meet the moment." For more information about NuORDER by Lightspeed, please visit About NuORDER by Lightspeed NuORDER by Lightspeed is a leading B2B commerce platform powering wholesale buying and selling. NuORDER offers a full suite of commerce solutions engineered to streamline the way brands sell their products all around the world while providing retailers with the insights they need to make better buying decisions. Today, more than 4,000 brands and more than 100,000 vetted retailers use NuORDER to transform their wholesale operations. Lightspeed acquired NuORDER in 2021. Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Lightspeed's cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. Follow NuORDER on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Forward-Looking Statements This news release may include forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws ("forward-looking statements"), including information regarding Lightspeed's product offerings and partnerships. Forward-looking statements are statements that are predictive in nature, depend upon or refer to future events or conditions and are identified by words such as "will", "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "plans", "believes", "estimates" or similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Such statements are based on current expectations of Lightspeed's management and inherently involve numerous risks and uncertainties, known and unknown, including economic factors. A number of risks, uncertainties and other factors may cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this news release, including, among other factors, those risk factors identified in our most recent Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under "Risk Factors" in our most recent Annual Information Form, and in our other filings with the Canadian securities regulatory authorities and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are available under our profiles on SEDAR+ at and on EDGAR at Readers are cautioned to consider these and other factors carefully when making decisions with respect to Lightspeed's subordinate voting shares and not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are not guarantees of future performance and, while forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions that Lightspeed considers reasonable, actual events and results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements made by Lightspeed. Except as may be expressly required by applicable law, Lightspeed does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View source version on Contacts For further information:NuORDER by Lightspeed Media Relations - Laura Baumgartner, VP Asylum Public Relations lbaumgartner@
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Roxy Jacenko's millionaire daughter Pixie, 13, goes on shopping spree at Hermes and Dior and gets LED light therapy treatment before being sent off to Swiss boarding school
Roxy Jacenko 's millionaire daughter was not shy about spending big on her luxury shopping spree this week, after undergoing an LED light therapy beauty treatment. Pixie Curtis, 13, posted to Instagram on Sunday to show off her opulent lifestyle while sharing a sneak peek of a day in her life in Singapore. In one clip, Pixie showed herself getting an at-home facial treatment using the Dermalux Flex MD. The device is 'medically CE certified for acne, psoriasis, wound healing and pain relief (muscular skeletal),' according to the brand's website. Hiring the light therapy machine can come with a four-digit price tag depending on the length of time clients are wanting to hire it for. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Trying the @dermaluxled I'm going to do every other day for the next month - red light today, Tues blue,' she captioned the image, which showed her face under a red-lit machine. In the next slide, Pixie shared a snapshot of her shopping day at Marina Bay Sands, carrying a huge bag of boxes from Loro Piana. A simple linen button-up shirt from the high end retailer costs as much as €1,250 (AUD $2,241). 'Earlier today,' she captioned the photo. One last Instagram Stories post showed Pixie posing in a mirror selfie along with the spoils from her shopping spree. The young millionaire carried a large Dior bag under her arm, a large Hermes bag in her hand and the Loro Piana bag over her other shoulder. She opted for a comfy look as she enjoyed some retail therapy, wearing white linen pants, white Nike sneakers and a white top with a lion graphic on the front. 'Europe prep,' she captioned the story, alluding to an upcoming Euro summer. Pixie shared a snapshot of her shopping day at Marina Bay Sands, carrying a huge bag of boxes from Loro Piana, where a simple linen button-up shirt costs €1,250 (AUD $2,241) She later on posted the same picture to her Instagram page, writing: 'When the shops are open till 10pm'. Pixie added: 'Getting ready for Europe.' It comes after Pixie's mum Roxy revealed that the teenager would be finishing her schooling in Switzerland. The PR mogul told Daily Mail Australia that her children are adapting well to their new life in Singapore, which also provides a more convenient base for her teen daughter Pixie as she embarks on a new European school. 'With Pixie heading to finish school in Switzerland, it's a great location,' she said. 'Hunter is also excelling in school in Singapore and has the most incredible group of friends he's met from all around the world.'
Khaleej Times
20-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Smart tips, must-buy deals: How to shop at Dubai Summer Surprises like a pro
Sales shopping is absolutely on trend this season. Not only does the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) mascot Modesh dress exclusively in this season's hottest hue, yellow, but years of price increases at luxury brands have started to result in consumers laying down their credit cards and refusing to kowtow to escalating price tags. Last month, Chanel announced a 4.3 per cent fall in sales, its first decline since 2020, a period that also the saw the price of its iconic Classic Flap Bag almost double in price. A Medium Chanel Classic Flap Bag now costs approximately Dh42,720, up from around Dhs18,000 in 2016. Similar revenue declines have been seen across legacy luxury brands, with Louis Vuitton and Dior owner LVMH reporting a five per cent drop in sales of fashion and leather goods in the first quarter of 2025. Admittedly, Dubai and the wider GCC are bucking this trend. Chalhoub Group reported luxury fashion sales across the region have increased 11 per cent in the first three months of 2025, far outpacing global performance. But in a region where shopping is a national sport, particularly in the summer months when airconditioned malls offer welcome respite from the heat, we are wired to hunt down the best bargains, not at any cost, but at the chicest cost. However, with discounts of up to 90 per cent promised across DSS, which kicks off next weekend on June 27, it can be tempting to snap up ill-considered styles, just because the price drop is so steep. So, because girl math can quickly spiral when faced with a slashed-to-the-navel price tag, here are my rules for a successful DSS shopping spree. PREP YOUR WISH LIST If you wouldn't pay full price, it's not a bargain. Create wish lists in your favourite stores' websites throughout the season, adding only pieces you would pay full price for (were it not for school fees, rent, kids' activities etc devouring your budget). Then, when discounts are applied, you can easily identify the styles that deserve a share of your wallet. You'll also be alerted if a sold-out piece in your size comes back into stock. It might be 80 per cent off. Likewise, become WhatsApp friends with shop floor sales associates. Dubai's high-end stores offer exemplary customer service and staff will often be happy to send you a message when items you love go on sale. BUY BETTER… Buy less, buy better is a mantra often repeated, yet hard to stick to in the proliferation of disposable fast fashion, tempting social media ads, and price polarisation as the cheap gets cheaper — even in the face of tariffs — and the expensive gets even more out of reach (to wit, the Chanel Flap Bag mentioned above). Don't use sale periods as your chance to stock up on arm loads of already cheap clothes that won't bring you lasting joy. Instead, one or two incredible, well-made, thoughtful pieces that you'll wear, love and feel special in, from brands you wouldn't normally be able to afford, is the goal. No Labubu required. … AND BUTTER (YELLOW) One trend I will be buying into on sale is a fashion secret long known by the face of DSS. Yellow. Modesh has been wearing it since 1997. Notoriously tricky to get right, leave acid brights to cartoon characters such as Modesh, his sidekick Dana, SpongeBob et al. A soft, creamy butter shade that recalls dappled sunlight offers a contemporary take on summer pastels. If you are drawn to a bright yellow, I like it for an unexpected twist on formalwear, such as the Roksanda taffeta dress shown here. Like a magpie, I am without fail drawn to the glamorous allure of evening wear, and because of its higher starting price tag, DSS discounts appear even more tempting. Ironically, I also resent leaving the house after 7pm. A dichotomy that leaves me with a wardrobe full of (heavily discounted) gowns and little opportunity to wear them. If you too are tempted by evening wear, look for timeless silhouettes with a contemporary twist and a classic palette that will be relevant five, 10 years from now. Try Turkish brand The New Arrivals by İlkyaz Özel, and Lebanese brand Monot. And if you'd rather spend your evenings with Netflix and Deliveroo, invest in a pair of luxe Eberjey PJs instead. GOOD JEANS Denim is the trend that never dies. Pre-sale, identify your dream denim brand, fit and finish and strike when the price gets reduced. Department stores such as Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdale's and That Concept Store offer a broad range of brands under one roof to compare and contrast. Area's party jeans — with crystal-trimmed cut-outs — are brilliant, but expensive. For everyday denim, I rate Agolde and L'Agence for classic straight-leg fits, and Citizens of Humanity for a more directional horseshoe leg. A touch of stretch and a lightweight fabric is far more suited to a UAE summer than rigid, heavyweight denim. Finally, the reason celebs look so good in their jeans? Tailoring. A department store will do this for you or you can visit your local tailor. Most of my purchases are finessed by Hazel and her team at Thread Up on Wasl Road. WHAT WOULD J-LO DO? As a woman in my mid-40s I see a big divide among women my age as we approach middle age. Like our mums before us, we inexorably revert to high street heavyweights, such as Marks and Spencer and Next, with their elastic waistbands, crease-free fabrics and stain-concealing prints. I have nothing against M&S and Next, per se (the sheets and underwear are really good), but we have so much more choice than our mothers. My yardstick is 55-year-old Jennifer Lopez; if I can't imagine her wearing it, I'll pass. In the UK, disruptor brands such as Me + Em and Holland Cooper have quietly moved the dial around how women over 40 'should' dress, combining the practicality of an M&S staple with sleek styling that feels elegant and expensive. I also rate Next-owned Reiss's Atelier line, which launched two years ago and bridges high street and designer. The fabrics are unparalleled, and come with a price-tag to match. I'll be stocking up when they go on sale this summer. Race you to the 'Alex' utility jacket.
