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Eric Sylvers

Eric Sylvers is Milan Correspondent at The Business of Fashion. He is based in Milan and leads BoF’s coverage of all things Italian, from luxury companies to design studios and the future of the “Made in Italy” brand. He worked previously for The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and the Financial Times. He has a master’s in international relations and economics from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies and graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles.

    Luxury

    Get Ready For Luxury’s Results Superweek

    This week, Europe’s leading luxury groups LVMH, Kering, Hermès and Prada will show who’s pulling ahead in the stubbornly choppy environment.

    Luxury

    Get Ready For Luxury’s Results Superweek

    This week, Europe’s leading luxury groups LVMH, Kering, Hermès and Prada will show who’s pulling ahead in the stubbornly choppy environment.

    Luxury

    Moncler and Zegna Results: Beyond the Jacket and the Suit

    Moncler’s most muted quarter and Zegna’s US expansion will provide clues to whether the two Italian luxury groups can sustain their transformations.

    Luxury

    Moncler and Zegna Results: Beyond the Jacket and the Suit

    Moncler’s most muted quarter and Zegna’s US expansion will provide clues to whether the two Italian luxury groups can sustain their transformations.

    Luxury

    Richemont Sales Surge 20%, Setting High Bar for Luxury

    The Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels owner smashed expectations on booming US demand ahead of earnings reports at LVMH, Kering, Hermès and Prada later this month.

    Luxury

    Richemont Sales Surge 20%, Setting High Bar for Luxury

    The Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels owner smashed expectations on booming US demand ahead of earnings reports at LVMH, Kering, Hermès and Prada later this month.

    Luxury

    Confirmed: Olivier Rousteing Heads to Rabanne

    The designer’s appointment follows a 14-year run at Balmain that ended in November and comes with a mandate to expand the brand into new product categories.

    Luxury

    Confirmed: Olivier Rousteing Heads to Rabanne

    The designer’s appointment follows a 14-year run at Balmain that ended in November and comes with a mandate to expand the brand into new product categories.

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    Sports

    Nike Under Pressure Ahead of Earnings

    The sporting goods giant faces a ‘show me’ moment as investors seek signs of stabilisation with sales down in seven of the past eight quarters.

    Sports

    Nike Under Pressure Ahead of Earnings

    The sporting goods giant faces a ‘show me’ moment as investors seek signs of stabilisation with sales down in seven of the past eight quarters.

    Luxury

    Bain Forecasts Luxury Growth But Trims Outlook

    Personal luxury goods sales are now expected to rise 2 to 4 percent this year, as geopolitical tensions and higher interest rates weigh on the sector.

    Luxury

    Bain Forecasts Luxury Growth But Trims Outlook

    Personal luxury goods sales are now expected to rise 2 to 4 percent this year, as geopolitical tensions and higher interest rates weigh on the sector.

    Luxury

    Rabanne Confirms Exit of Julien Dossena After 13-Year Run

    The designer’s departure comes amid management change at the brand and owner Puig.

    Luxury

    Rabanne Confirms Exit of Julien Dossena After 13-Year Run

    The designer’s departure comes amid management change at the brand and owner Puig.

    Retail

    Can H&M Revive Top-Line Growth?

    The Swedish fast-fashion giant may once again manage to lift earnings through improved efficiency and cost cuts, but its strategy to deliver sustainable sales growth will be the key focus for second quarter results.

    Retail

    Can H&M Revive Top-Line Growth?

    The Swedish fast-fashion giant may once again manage to lift earnings through improved efficiency and cost cuts, but its strategy to deliver sustainable sales growth will be the key focus for second quarter results.

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    Luxury

    Adrian Appiolaza Exits Moschino

    The creative director’s departure after two years was a mutual decision, Moschino said on Friday amid mounting financial troubles at owner Aeffe.

    Luxury

    Adrian Appiolaza Exits Moschino

    The creative director’s departure after two years was a mutual decision, Moschino said on Friday amid mounting financial troubles at owner Aeffe.

    Luxury

    The High-Profile Bets Kicking Off in Menswear

    This season, new design direction for menswear takes shape at Celine, Givenchy and Lanvin. Plus, Simone Rocha hits the runway at Pitti Uomo, and a Milan outing for Thom Browne.

    Luxury

    The High-Profile Bets Kicking Off in Menswear

    This season, new design direction for menswear takes shape at Celine, Givenchy and Lanvin. Plus, Simone Rocha hits the runway at Pitti Uomo, and a Milan outing for Thom Browne.

    Luxury

    Who Is Still Doing Deals in Fashion?

    In a muted deal market, investors are prioritising predictable demand, proven brand strength or heritage brands with turnaround potential.

    Luxury

    Who Is Still Doing Deals in Fashion?

    In a muted deal market, investors are prioritising predictable demand, proven brand strength or heritage brands with turnaround potential.

    Sports

    The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup

    More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.

    Sports

    The Multibillion Dollar Battle for a Fragmented World Cup

    More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.