Olaplex Names New CEO
Christoph Kaul will succeed Amanda Baldwin, who led the hair care label through its acquisition by Henkel earlier this year.
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Chanel Acquires Orlebar Brown
The French luxury house has acquired the British swim and resort-wear brand.
Chanel Acquires Orlebar Brown
The French luxury house has acquired the British swim and resort-wear brand.
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Versace Takeover Will Bring Jobs to Italy
The deal showed how desirable Italian brands are to foreign investors.
Versace Takeover Will Bring Jobs to Italy
The deal showed how desirable Italian brands are to foreign investors.
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Donatella: ‘Versace Is Going to Stay a Luxury Brand’
On the heels of the newly minted Capri Holdings' $2.1 billion acquisition of the Italian house, Donatella Versace, group head John D Idol and chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd talk future strategy.
Donatella: ‘Versace Is Going to Stay a Luxury Brand’
On the heels of the newly minted Capri Holdings' $2.1 billion acquisition of the Italian house, Donatella Versace, group head John D Idol and chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd talk future strategy.
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Game On: Michael Kors Acquires Versace for $2.1 Billion
In the race to build America's first-ever luxury conglomerate, Michael Kors Holdings, now renamed Capri Holdings, has acquired the world-famous Italian fashion house. But does it have what it takes to turn Versace's price tag into profit?
Game On: Michael Kors Acquires Versace for $2.1 Billion
In the race to build America's first-ever luxury conglomerate, Michael Kors Holdings, now renamed Capri Holdings, has acquired the world-famous Italian fashion house. But does it have what it takes to turn Versace's price tag into profit?
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Versace Sale Would Leave Few Global Luxury Brands Up for Grabs
From fashion royalty like Chanel to more niche names like Etro, these are the brands that so far have eluded the reach of financial investors or luxury moguls — and that would transform any portfolio.
Versace Sale Would Leave Few Global Luxury Brands Up for Grabs
From fashion royalty like Chanel to more niche names like Etro, these are the brands that so far have eluded the reach of financial investors or luxury moguls — and that would transform any portfolio.
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Report: Michael Kors Close to Buying Versace
The deal is said to value Versace at about $2 billion.
Report: Michael Kors Close to Buying Versace
The deal is said to value Versace at about $2 billion.
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Artémis Acquires Courrèges
François Pinault’s holding company has completed a deal to acquire full ownership of the French house.
Artémis Acquires Courrèges
François Pinault’s holding company has completed a deal to acquire full ownership of the French house.
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Hudson's Bay Deal Brings German Department Stores Together
Two of the most storied names in German department stores are combining in a deal orchestrated by an Austrian real estate billionaire, highlighting the pressures facing traditional retailers amid the rise of Amazon.com Inc.
Hudson's Bay Deal Brings German Department Stores Together
Two of the most storied names in German department stores are combining in a deal orchestrated by an Austrian real estate billionaire, highlighting the pressures facing traditional retailers amid the rise of Amazon.com Inc.
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Why Thom Browne Is Worth $500 Million to Zegna
Ermenegildo Zegna Group paid a hefty sum to acquire 85 percent of the American fashion label, but the price tag comes with new opportunities and synergies for the Italian company.
Why Thom Browne Is Worth $500 Million to Zegna
Ermenegildo Zegna Group paid a hefty sum to acquire 85 percent of the American fashion label, but the price tag comes with new opportunities and synergies for the Italian company.
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Bluestar Challenges Authentic Brands Group for Brookstone
Authentic Brands proposed to be the so-called stalking horse bidder for Brookstone with an offer of $35 million this week, after acquiring the Nine West shoe and accessories label in June.
Bluestar Challenges Authentic Brands Group for Brookstone
Authentic Brands proposed to be the so-called stalking horse bidder for Brookstone with an offer of $35 million this week, after acquiring the Nine West shoe and accessories label in June.
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Why Zegna Bought Thom Browne
The Italian company Ermenegildo Zegna Group has acquired 85 percent of the business at a $500 million valuation. Browne is the sole other shareholder.
Why Zegna Bought Thom Browne
The Italian company Ermenegildo Zegna Group has acquired 85 percent of the business at a $500 million valuation. Browne is the sole other shareholder.
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Perry Ellis Ends Deal Talks With Randa
Perry Ellis said the decision was made after a major licensor refused to consent to Randa's acquisition of the company.
Perry Ellis Ends Deal Talks With Randa
Perry Ellis said the decision was made after a major licensor refused to consent to Randa's acquisition of the company.
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Perelel Expands C-Suite, Tapping Rare Beauty’s CMO
Known for its prenatal vitamins, the wellness label has hired Rare Beauty's Ashley Murphy as its chief marketing officer, while Anjelika Temple moves into the chief creative officer role.
Swiss Watch Exports Grow for Fourth Month, Overcoming US Slump
Exports in August were buoyed by China and Japan, despite a sharp decline in shipments to the US.
Alexandre Arnault Joins Nike’s Board of Directors
The LVMH executive joins Nike’s board as the sportswear giant prepares to be removed from the S&P 100 index after nearly two decades.
Matthieu Blazy, Sarah Burton, Haider Ackermann Among Nominees for BFC Designer of the Year
The Fashion Awards ceremony, set for Nov. 30, will also recognise the BFC’s second Vanguard award recipient, recognising emerging British design talent.
Supergoop Announces Chief Commercial Officer
The sunscreen label has appointed former Coty executive Jamie Parker to the newly created role as it gears up to become a “global skin health company.”
Mytheresa Owner’s Sales Rise as Ultra Wealthy Keep Shopping
LuxExperience posted a rise in sales as the luxury multibrand platform’s strategy of catering to the ultra wealthy helped it navigate a difficult environment for high-end fashion.
The Independents Acquires Production Studio Smuggler
The global collective has brought film studio Smuggler under its umbrella to bolster its entertainment capabilities.