Theory Appoints James Kelly Global CEO
A veteran at Fast Retailing, Kelly previously held the role of US chief financial officer at the brand.
High Margin
Interviews on creativity and business in the world of luxury — from fashion and watches to art, wellness, travel and more — from our chief luxury correspondent in Paris.
Luxury
Luxury’s Summer of Muddling Through
This week’s LVMH and Kering results suggest a fragile recovery is underway in the face of sluggish Chinese demand, succession drama, wildfires and heat waves.
Luxury’s Summer of Muddling Through
This week’s LVMH and Kering results suggest a fragile recovery is underway in the face of sluggish Chinese demand, succession drama, wildfires and heat waves.
Luxury
Inside Chanel’s Charvet Deal
In this week’s High Margin luxury newsletter: more from Robert’s interview with Charvet’s Anne-Marie and Jean-Claude Colban on the eve of their sale to Chanel. Also: fashion’s renewed focus on personal style, from Charvet to Chanel to Celine.
Inside Chanel’s Charvet Deal
In this week’s High Margin luxury newsletter: more from Robert’s interview with Charvet’s Anne-Marie and Jean-Claude Colban on the eve of their sale to Chanel. Also: fashion’s renewed focus on personal style, from Charvet to Chanel to Celine.
Luxury
Is It a Vibe Shift — or Just Summer?
The collective effervescence of the Paris heatwave on the heels of Knicks fever in New York suggests culture is shifting. Can fashion keep up? Plus, Dior, Saint Laurent and Louis Vuitton show menswear in Paris.
Is It a Vibe Shift — or Just Summer?
The collective effervescence of the Paris heatwave on the heels of Knicks fever in New York suggests culture is shifting. Can fashion keep up? Plus, Dior, Saint Laurent and Louis Vuitton show menswear in Paris.
Luxury
The Business of Euro Summer
Mytheresa, Gucci and Jacquemus have converged on Monaco for summer takeovers while Burberry sets up shop in Athens. As big luxury’s beach club era stretches into a ninth summer, how are brands tweaking their approach to hooking wealthy clients? Plus, a Q&A with Mytheresa’s new CEO hired from Christie’s, Francis Belin.
The Business of Euro Summer
Mytheresa, Gucci and Jacquemus have converged on Monaco for summer takeovers while Burberry sets up shop in Athens. As big luxury’s beach club era stretches into a ninth summer, how are brands tweaking their approach to hooking wealthy clients? Plus, a Q&A with Mytheresa’s new CEO hired from Christie’s, Francis Belin.
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Luxury
The Formula That Powered Pucci’s Revival
One of LVMH’s smallest brands is also among its fastest growing, powered by designer Camille Miceli’s Gen Z-friendly, unabashedly commercial celebration of the label’s Mediterranean DNA.
The Formula That Powered Pucci’s Revival
One of LVMH’s smallest brands is also among its fastest growing, powered by designer Camille Miceli’s Gen Z-friendly, unabashedly commercial celebration of the label’s Mediterranean DNA.
Luxury
Who Will Survive Luxury’s Post-Growth Era?
Disposals, store closures, blurry financial guidance… Decision-makers at LVMH, Kering, Ferragamo and Burberry are no longer betting on a return to the industry’s boom years.
Who Will Survive Luxury’s Post-Growth Era?
Disposals, store closures, blurry financial guidance… Decision-makers at LVMH, Kering, Ferragamo and Burberry are no longer betting on a return to the industry’s boom years.
Luxury
How Italian Fashion Startups Are Making It Work
Milan’s most promising upstarts are emphasising custom orders, embracing cross-cultural dialogue and adopting a high-tech angle on ‘Made in Italy.’ Plus, Lanvin’s new CEO, Gucci’s F1 deal and Ferrari’s EV launch debacle.
How Italian Fashion Startups Are Making It Work
Milan’s most promising upstarts are emphasising custom orders, embracing cross-cultural dialogue and adopting a high-tech angle on ‘Made in Italy.’ Plus, Lanvin’s new CEO, Gucci’s F1 deal and Ferrari’s EV launch debacle.
Luxury
Can Luxury Bounce Back? The Bears Are Getting Louder
‘Sell any rally,’ Berenberg says, as Barclays forecasts long-term stagnation. Plus: Burberry’s cautious outlook, Anderson’s Dior cruise show in LA, a renewed focus on placemaking.
Can Luxury Bounce Back? The Bears Are Getting Louder
‘Sell any rally,’ Berenberg says, as Barclays forecasts long-term stagnation. Plus: Burberry’s cautious outlook, Anderson’s Dior cruise show in LA, a renewed focus on placemaking.
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Luxury
Did Lauren Sánchez Bezos Win the Met Gala?
The polarising wife of billionaire Jeff Bezos offered a lesson in how media and power really work today, writes Robert Williams. Plus: unexpected wins for Robert Wun, garment workers and more.
Did Lauren Sánchez Bezos Win the Met Gala?
The polarising wife of billionaire Jeff Bezos offered a lesson in how media and power really work today, writes Robert Williams. Plus: unexpected wins for Robert Wun, garment workers and more.
Luxury
This Week in Luxury: Chanel, Miu Miu, Métier
Robert Williams breaks down Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel cruise success, Miu Miu’s stalling growth and Métier’s next chapter.
This Week in Luxury: Chanel, Miu Miu, Métier
Robert Williams breaks down Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel cruise success, Miu Miu’s stalling growth and Métier’s next chapter.
Luxury
LVMH at a Crossroads
Bernard Arnault reaffirmed his confidence in LVMH even as stagnant sales, a tumbling share price and questions over succession have dented its image. Can the world’s largest luxury group reclaim the narrative?
LVMH at a Crossroads
Bernard Arnault reaffirmed his confidence in LVMH even as stagnant sales, a tumbling share price and questions over succession have dented its image. Can the world’s largest luxury group reclaim the narrative?
Luxury
Kering’s Strategy Reveal, Examined
CEO Luca de Meo outlined manufacturing synergies, threw cold water on the group’s Valentino acquisition and shared some stealthy forecasts for Gucci’s growth as part of a sweeping strategy overhaul. Will it work?
Kering’s Strategy Reveal, Examined
CEO Luca de Meo outlined manufacturing synergies, threw cold water on the group’s Valentino acquisition and shared some stealthy forecasts for Gucci’s growth as part of a sweeping strategy overhaul. Will it work?
The News in Brief
Nike Shareholders Reject Climate Proposal Backed by Norway Wealth Fund
The proposal urged more transparency about the company’s climate goals, including the disclosure of details on how the sportswear maker intends to achieve emissions-reduction targets.
Report: CVC Explores $2 Billion Sale of Dr Teal’s Parent Company
Talks for a potential sale of Arthea, formerly known as PDC Brands, are at an early stage in a busy year for personal care mergers and acquisitions.
Longtime McQueen Collaborator Shaun Leane Launches New Label
The boundary-pushing jewellery designer, known for the elaborate pieces he crafted for Alexander McQueen in the 90s, is building a bespoke high jewellery and objects label dubbed 12.
Next Wins Appeal in UK Equal Pay Case
The landmark ruling allows the retailer to pay warehouse workers more than shop staff on the basis it costs more to recruit and retain them.
L Catterton Nears Acquisition of Fitness Brand Hyrox
Private equity firm L Catterton is close to buying a controlling stake in Hyrox in a deal that may value the fitness competition brand at nearly $700 million, sources told Bloomberg.
Shein’s Value Down $5 Billion, Among HK’s Worst Post-IPO Weeks
Shein’s sliding market value reflects investor concerns over the fast-fashion retailer’s growth outlook.
Nykaa Increases Stake in Beauty Brand Earth Rhythm
The Indian beauty retailer has invested in the clean personal care brand for the third time, raising its stake by an additional 24.2 percent.