Fast Retailing, the Japanese giant that owns Uniqlo, GU, and Theory, among others, has seen a strong first half and raised its full-year profits forecast, which barring any unforeseen issues means a third consecutive year of record profits. The company has been boosted by strong Uniqlo sales both at home and abroad, although one of…
One month, two contrasting views on how retail footfall performed in March compared to both February and 12 months ago. Photo: Pexels And prepare for more confusion for April with the British Retail Consortium (BRC) telling us to expect the later shift in the timing of this Easter holiday (18-21 April) distorting year-on-year comparisons for…
French fashion giant SMCP announced on Friday the appointment of Kleine Tan as CEO of the firm’s Asia region, effective April 1. Kleine Tan – SMCP Tan succeeds Jimmy Lam, who has decided to pursue new opportunities outside the group, which owns the Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac brands. “I am delighted to join SMCP….
By Bloomberg Published April 13, 2025 Renzo Rosso, the Italian fashion mogul who made his name as the founder of Diesel jeans, is on the lookout for new deals — even after a setback in his bid to buy the Versace brand. See catwalkDiesel – Fall-Winter2025 – 2026 – Womenswear – Italie – Milan –…
By AFP Published April 13, 2025 The trade wars initiated by US President Donald Trump could disrupt world trade in goods, meaning Europe could see its markets inundated with Chinese products, according to some analysts. President Donald Trump – White House The European Union may have expressed some relief at Trump’s decision on Wednesday to…
Mytheresa has been pretty quiet about its plans for Yoox Net-A-Porter since announcing it was acquiring the business from Richemont and changing the wider group name to LuxExperience BV, but that all changed on Friday when it unveiled a raft of key management developments. Michael Kliger – Mytheresa The new senior leadership team for the…
By AFP Translated by Nicola Mira Published April 11, 2025 What do Rihanna, Queen Elizabeth II and the Maharajah of Patiala have in common? Their passion for Cartier jewellery, as shown by the London exhibition telling the story of the jewellery house founded in the 19th century. A visitor admiring the necklace and choker made…
Zegna has opened its debut Negozio boutique in Monte Carlo, a new store concept that it has already introduced with openings in Taormina, Astir Marina, and Puerto Banús, key resorts in Italy, Greece, and Spain, respectively. Zegna unveils its first Negozio boutique in the heart of Monte Carlo. – Photo Credit: Courtesy of Zegna The…
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is hosting the first exhibition in the United States devoted entirely to the work of French fashion icon Jeanne Lanvin, now through August 31. SCAD launches first U.S. exhibition dedicated to Jeanne Lanvin. – SCAD Dubbed “Jeanne Lanvin: Haute Couture Heritage”, the exhibition features more than 60…
G-III Apparel Group and Aldo Group announced on Thursday a new licensing agreement for the heritage American loafer brand G.H. Bass. G.H. Bass Under the new deal, Aldo Group’s Aldo Product Services (APS) will design, manufacture and distribute and sell the Massachusetts-based brand’s footwear, bags, and small leather goods, according to parent company G-III. The seven-year licensing agreement gives…