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.
Prada’s Lorenzo Bertelli to Become Versace Executive Chairman
Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra, speaking at BoF VOICES 2025, said Bertelli will be ‘much more involved’ in Versace.
Prada’s Lorenzo Bertelli to Become Versace Executive Chairman
Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra, speaking at BoF VOICES 2025, said Bertelli will be ‘much more involved’ in Versace.
Kering Must Downsize, Reduce Gucci Exposure and Chase Synergies, CEO de Meo Says in Memo
Luca de Meo calls for store closures, recalibrated pricing and a push to grow brands beyond Gucci as the group works to return to sustainable growth.
Kering Must Downsize, Reduce Gucci Exposure and Chase Synergies, CEO de Meo Says in Memo
Luca de Meo calls for store closures, recalibrated pricing and a push to grow brands beyond Gucci as the group works to return to sustainable growth.
Can Langosteria Become a Global Brand?
CEO Enrico Buonocore discusses the high-end seafood restaurant’s expansion strategy as it opens a new flagship in Palazzo Fendi in Milan, ahead of openings in London and Sardinia.
Can Langosteria Become a Global Brand?
CEO Enrico Buonocore discusses the high-end seafood restaurant’s expansion strategy as it opens a new flagship in Palazzo Fendi in Milan, ahead of openings in London and Sardinia.
How Sound System Culture Took Over UK Art and Fashion
Starting in Jamaica in the 1950s, sound system culture has become a feature of artistic spaces.
How Sound System Culture Took Over UK Art and Fashion
Starting in Jamaica in the 1950s, sound system culture has become a feature of artistic spaces.
How Rebecca Vallance Translated Bedazzled Femininity Across Borders
The Australian designer’s elaborate, feminine garments have won over customers across the world, from the Middle East to the United States. The designer credits her willingness to listen when retail partners and customers tell her what they want.
How Rebecca Vallance Translated Bedazzled Femininity Across Borders
The Australian designer’s elaborate, feminine garments have won over customers across the world, from the Middle East to the United States. The designer credits her willingness to listen when retail partners and customers tell her what they want.
Why Chinese Shoppers Are Choosing Local Luxury Over LVMH
Chinese consumers are losing interest in heritage European and US luxury brands, instead favouring homegrown premium labels for their distinctive Eastern aesthetic.
Why Chinese Shoppers Are Choosing Local Luxury Over LVMH
Chinese consumers are losing interest in heritage European and US luxury brands, instead favouring homegrown premium labels for their distinctive Eastern aesthetic.
This Week: Italy Takes on Fast Fashion, Retail Earnings, BoF VOICES 2025
Anti-Shein laws are advancing across Europe while the Italian sweatshop investigation hits a key juncture. Meanwhile, US off-price earnings offer a view on lower-income consumers.
This Week: Italy Takes on Fast Fashion, Retail Earnings, BoF VOICES 2025
Anti-Shein laws are advancing across Europe while the Italian sweatshop investigation hits a key juncture. Meanwhile, US off-price earnings offer a view on lower-income consumers.
Opinion: Can Jewellery Continue to Outpace Fashion?
Jewellery has outperformed handbags in recent cycles, but with an unprecedented wave of new fashion designers set to unleash novel products, jewellery brands are set to face serious competition, writes Andrea Felsted.
Opinion: Can Jewellery Continue to Outpace Fashion?
Jewellery has outperformed handbags in recent cycles, but with an unprecedented wave of new fashion designers set to unleash novel products, jewellery brands are set to face serious competition, writes Andrea Felsted.
Richemont Rides Out Tariffs, Gold Prices with Sales Beat
The Swiss group reported sales up 14 percent in its latest quarter, smashing expectations amid “unprecedented” headwinds including currency movements, rising gold prices and US tariffs.
Richemont Rides Out Tariffs, Gold Prices with Sales Beat
The Swiss group reported sales up 14 percent in its latest quarter, smashing expectations amid “unprecedented” headwinds including currency movements, rising gold prices and US tariffs.
The Plan for McQueen
The label founded by Lee Alexander McQueen is ‘not for sale,’ says owner Kering. Instead, the French group is accelerating plans to restructure and reposition the brand after years of losses.
The Plan for McQueen
The label founded by Lee Alexander McQueen is ‘not for sale,’ says owner Kering. Instead, the French group is accelerating plans to restructure and reposition the brand after years of losses.
Can Richemont Keep Up Its Winning Streak?
The Cartier owner has been luxury’s most dynamic conglomerate in recent years. But tariffs, high gold prices and a softening US market pose challenges. Plus, Burberry’s moment of truth and a preview of Paris Photo.
Can Richemont Keep Up Its Winning Streak?
The Cartier owner has been luxury’s most dynamic conglomerate in recent years. But tariffs, high gold prices and a softening US market pose challenges. Plus, Burberry’s moment of truth and a preview of Paris Photo.
Antonin Tron to Design Balmain
The founder of Atlein will replace Olivier Rousteing, who parted ways with Mayhoola-backed Balmain last week after fourteen years as the house’s creative director.
Antonin Tron to Design Balmain
The founder of Atlein will replace Olivier Rousteing, who parted ways with Mayhoola-backed Balmain last week after fourteen years as the house’s creative director.
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.