Richemont
Swiss conglomerate Richemont is the owner of luxury maisons in jewellery, watches, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and more.
Hong Kong Greets China's Luxury Brands
As Kering SA’s Gucci, LVMH and Coach Inc. bargain for lower rents or plan store closures amid a decline in mainland tourists, China’s own luxury chains are filling the gaps, boosting their image and tapping international buyers.
Richemont Sales Growth Accelerates on Japanese, European Demand
Richemont, the world’s biggest jewellery maker, said five-month sales accelerated amid higher demand in Japan and Europe.
Yoox, Net-a-Porter and Post-Merger Integration
A merger of two companies is like an organ transplant. Have Yoox and Net-a-Porter done enough to minimise the ‘risk of rejection’?
Massenet’s Departure May Smooth Integration of Yoox Net-a-Porter
The departure of Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet may be a blessing in disguise as it removes any confusion about who’s in charge of the online fashion retailer that a merger of her company is set to create.
Net-a-Porter Founder Quits Mid-Merger With $153 Million Gain
Net-a-Porter founder and chairman Natalie Massenet has resigned from the online fashion retailer, ahead of its planned merger with Italian rival Yoox.
Op-Ed | Can Luxury Brands Weather the China Storm?
With markets nervous about China’s economy, luxury groups need to position brands in their portfolio wisely, in order to perform well, argues Avery Booker.
Which Fashion Houses Have the Hottest 'Brand Temperature'?
Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Valentino are amongst the "hottest" brands, earning editorial coverage that matches or exceeds their print advertising spend, says Luca Solca.
Role Call | Robin Zendell, Real Estate Entrepreneur
New York-based real estate entrepreneur Robin Zendell says, "It is not the failure that matters, but it is how you learn from it, so as not to repeat the same mistake."
Swiss Watch Sales Surge in Britain as Chinese Hunt for Bargains
UK imports of Swiss watches surged 29 percent in the first half as Chinese shoppers find that luxury timepieces are cheaper in Europe.
Alaïa’s Approach
Colin McDowell sits down with Azzedine Alaïa to discuss his life, his work and the recently unveiled exhibition 'Couture/Sculpture: Azzedine Alaïa in the History of Fashion.'