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Cacharel to drop come-back ready-to-wear capsule collection in May

Cacharel to drop come-back ready-to-wear capsule collection in May

The French label will drop a dozen-item capsule collection at the end of May. The first stage in a relaunch that follows a three-year absence, and before the arrival of a renowned creative director.
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Valentino sees sales fall in 2023

Valentino sees sales fall in 2023

The Roman luxury house achieved sales of €1.35 billion in 2023, down 5% on 2022. However, sales through its direct sales network were up by 3%.
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Vivienne Westwood's own clothing to be auctioned in June

Vivienne Westwood's own clothing to be auctioned in June

​Vivienne Westwood’s personal wardrobe is going up for auction in London, including ballgowns, tweed suits and more.
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Ganni names ex Balenciaga exec Laura du Rusquec, as new CEO

Ganni names ex Balenciaga exec Laura du Rusquec, as new CEO

Ganni, the clean-cut Danish hipster label, has named the former Balenciaga executive Laura du Rusquec to be its new CEO in a significant shift of emphasis at the brand.
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Tapestry and Capri Holdings defend merger plans after FTC bombshell

Tapestry and Capri Holdings defend merger plans after FTC bombshell

​After news that the FTC in the US wants to block Tapestry’s takeover of Capri Holdings on competition grounds, both companies have issued statements defending their plans.
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Bucherer fetes latest collection inspired by Manhattan

Bucherer fetes latest collection inspired by Manhattan

The jewelry brand adjacent to watch parent company Tourneau leaned into its experiential side to celebrate the collection, which took cues from the Big Apple skyline.
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US FTC sues to block $8.5 billion takeover of Capri by Tapestry

US FTC sues to block $8.5 billion takeover of Capri by Tapestry

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission on Monday sued to block Tapestry's $8.5 billion deal to buy Capri saying it would eliminate "direct head-to-head competition" between the brands of the two luxury handbag makers.
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Billionaire Pinaults fight to pull Gucci off the discount rack

Billionaire Pinaults fight to pull Gucci off the discount rack

On a recent Friday afternoon, shoppers at a Gucci boutique waded through heaps of heavily discounted, past-season merchandise: Yellow pumps, furry slippers, flamboyant jackets and bright green clutches. 
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Central's search for new Selfridges partner goes on, reportedly in talks with possible buyers

Central's search for new Selfridges partner goes on, reportedly in talks with possible buyers

​Middle Eastern and Chinese investors are reportedly eyeing a Selfridges stake as Thailand-based Central Group continues to seek an owner-partner to replace failed co-owner Signa.
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Valentino Chairman bets quiet luxury is over after Michele hire

Valentino Chairman bets quiet luxury is over after Michele hire

The fashion industry’s era of so-called quiet luxury is over and affluent consumers will want bold designs again, the chairman of Valentino has predicted.
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Venice Biennale 2024: Between luxury and conflict

Venice Biennale 2024: Between luxury and conflict

Chaos, conflict and the claustrophobia of consumer culture were at the heart of this year’s Venice Biennale, which ironically has rarely seen an opening week more crammed with activations by fashion and luxury brands.
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Cernucci travels north for brief Manchester pop-up

Cernucci travels north for brief Manchester pop-up

UK urban jewellery brand Cernucci is to open its second pop-up store. Following the success of its debut London temporary store at the tail end of 2023, the brand’s heading to Manchester.
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UK consumers' sustainability score drops - ESW report

UK consumers' sustainability score drops - ESW report

The UK consumers’ crown for being among the leaders in sustainability values is slipping. They’re less sustainably minded than they were just a year ago, according to a new ‘Global Voices’ survey from digital firm ESW.
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News analysis: could troubled Dr Martens be taken over as potential buyers circle?

News analysis: could troubled Dr Martens be taken over as potential buyers circle?

​Dr Martens is heavily focused on its recovery, but that turnaround may not happen under its current ownership structure with a report saying it’s being eyed for a takeover by a number of major non-UK firms.
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TikTok announces Preowned Luxury category, UK's 'big 5' resellers sign up

TikTok announces Preowned Luxury category, UK's 'big 5' resellers sign up

​TikTok Shop has just launched a Preowned Luxury category in the UK and US, which it said will “enable the community to browse and purchase authentic luxury fashion without ever having to leave TikTok”.
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Alexander McQueen: Gaelle Collet appointed brand and communications director

Alexander McQueen: Gaelle Collet appointed brand and communications director

Kering's British label has appointed Gaelle Collet, who has worked for Chanel, Dior, Saint Laurent and Celine, among others, as head of brand and communications.
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