Lanvin Deputy CEO Siddhartha Shukla Exits Brand
Owner Lanvin Group said it is ‘fully committed’ to the French label’s development under creative director Peter Copping, with CEO Andy Lew in charge of management.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
How Dior and Chanel Are Winning Back Aspirational Shoppers | The Debrief
Retail correspondent Joan Kennedy explains how Dior and Chanel are expanding lower-priced handbags and accessories to win back aspirational shoppers after years of steep price hikes.
How Dior and Chanel Are Winning Back Aspirational Shoppers | The Debrief
Retail correspondent Joan Kennedy explains how Dior and Chanel are expanding lower-priced handbags and accessories to win back aspirational shoppers after years of steep price hikes.
Audemars Piguet’s Plan to Extend Its Winning Streak
The Swiss watchmaker’s revenue grew by 10 percent last year, far outpacing the sector. Robin Swithinbank speaks to CEO Ilaria Resta about how she plans to keep up the momentum.
Audemars Piguet’s Plan to Extend Its Winning Streak
The Swiss watchmaker’s revenue grew by 10 percent last year, far outpacing the sector. Robin Swithinbank speaks to CEO Ilaria Resta about how she plans to keep up the momentum.
New York Fashion Week’s Identity Crisis
New York’s runways were once the industry’s ultimate marketing platform. Many brands are realising there are other ways to reach customers — with a better ROI.
New York Fashion Week’s Identity Crisis
New York’s runways were once the industry’s ultimate marketing platform. Many brands are realising there are other ways to reach customers — with a better ROI.
What European Luxury Can Learn From American Fashion
American brands have recaptured the zeitgeist — and market share — as Europe’s luxury slump persists. As the sector’s biggest names plot a comeback, there may be lessons to take from across the pond.
What European Luxury Can Learn From American Fashion
American brands have recaptured the zeitgeist — and market share — as Europe’s luxury slump persists. As the sector’s biggest names plot a comeback, there may be lessons to take from across the pond.
Hermès CEO: Couture Plans Are ‘Moving Forward’
The French leather goods powerhouse is building out a dedicated couture workshop, as part of a push that would reinforce the brand’s artisanal know-how and top-end positioning.
Hermès CEO: Couture Plans Are ‘Moving Forward’
The French leather goods powerhouse is building out a dedicated couture workshop, as part of a push that would reinforce the brand’s artisanal know-how and top-end positioning.
Opinion: In Defence of Fakes
We’re entering a world where copying isn’t only a compliment, it’s a form of creativity all on its own, argued Felix Salmon.
Opinion: In Defence of Fakes
We’re entering a world where copying isn’t only a compliment, it’s a form of creativity all on its own, argued Felix Salmon.
Opinion: Can the Female Gaze Save Fashion?
Centring women is the key to creating garments they actually want to buy, writes Sarah Richardson.
Opinion: Can the Female Gaze Save Fashion?
Centring women is the key to creating garments they actually want to buy, writes Sarah Richardson.
For Swatch, the Clock Is Ticking on Strategy Overhaul
Once a global pioneer thanks to its affordable, tech-forward plastic watches of the 1980s, the watchmaker has failed to rekindle innovation since the 2010 death of founder Nicolas Hayek.
For Swatch, the Clock Is Ticking on Strategy Overhaul
Once a global pioneer thanks to its affordable, tech-forward plastic watches of the 1980s, the watchmaker has failed to rekindle innovation since the 2010 death of founder Nicolas Hayek.
Will the Kering Hope Trade Hold Up?
In this week’s High Margin newsletter: Kering shares pop off again as its sales decline slows — despite a lack of clarity on Gucci’s next steps.
Will the Kering Hope Trade Hold Up?
In this week’s High Margin newsletter: Kering shares pop off again as its sales decline slows — despite a lack of clarity on Gucci’s next steps.
Kering Pledges Return to Growth Despite Sweeping Store Closures
The French luxury conglomerate’s quarterly sales fell less than expected ahead of Demna’s high-stakes Gucci debut.
Kering Pledges Return to Growth Despite Sweeping Store Closures
The French luxury conglomerate’s quarterly sales fell less than expected ahead of Demna’s high-stakes Gucci debut.
Swatch Gets Bullish as Activist Pushes for Change
The Swiss watch giant's recent results surprised with an upbeat outlook at a moment when the family in control of the brand is resisting an investor campaign.
Swatch Gets Bullish as Activist Pushes for Change
The Swiss watch giant's recent results surprised with an upbeat outlook at a moment when the family in control of the brand is resisting an investor campaign.
This Week: Another Tough Quarter for Kering
Kering’s latest earnings report will likely show another steep sales decline at its largest brand. Plus, New York Fashion Week begins.
This Week: Another Tough Quarter for Kering
Kering’s latest earnings report will likely show another steep sales decline at its largest brand. Plus, New York Fashion Week begins.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Marco De Vincenzo Exits Etro
The creative director’s departure after four years was a decision of ‘mutual agreement’ according to the Italian label.
Harris Reed Exits Nina Ricci
Reed plans to focus on his own brand after three and a half years as creative director for the Puig-owned label.
Missoni Family Exits Namesake Brand
The transaction gives FSI, a Milan-based private equity fund, a controlling share in the Italian luxury house, as more founder-owned brands turn to investors to fund growth and weather a tough global market.
Rolex Enthusiasts Get Kalshi Contracts to Bet on Watch Prices
The contracts allow users to trade on outcomes such as whether an item will surpass a price threshold or predict whether a brand will launch a new model.
Giambattista Valli Again Cancels Paris Fashion Show
Following a last-minute withdrawal from the couture calendar in January, the label, which is majority-owned by Pinault family investment fund Artémis, cancelled a runway outing scheduled for March 6.
Arnault Tightens Grip on LVMH as His Stake Crosses the 50% Mark
Now the Arnault family also has over 65 percent of LVMH’s voting rights.
Zadig & Voltaire Names Dan Sablon Creative Director
Sablon, who serves as Vogue France’s cultural director-at-large, will show his first collection for the French fashion label in March during Paris Fashion Week.