Another Lululemon Executive Exits Ahead of Incoming CEO
The departure of AI chief Ranju Das after less than a year in the role comes shortly after the chief strategy officer exited ahead of new chief executive Heidi O'Neill joining in September.
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News & Analysis
Frame Wants to Be the Next Calvin Klein
Jens Grede and Erik Torstensson have grown their former side project into a $100 million business. Can the duo behind so many other blockbuster brands turn their own label into a global player?
Frame Wants to Be the Next Calvin Klein
Jens Grede and Erik Torstensson have grown their former side project into a $100 million business. Can the duo behind so many other blockbuster brands turn their own label into a global player?
News & Analysis
As Tomas Maier Departs, What's Next for Bottega Veneta
Maier transformed the ‘stealth wealth’ label into a billion-dollar brand, only to see sales slow. Parent company Kering is set to announce a new designer imminently, say sources.
As Tomas Maier Departs, What's Next for Bottega Veneta
Maier transformed the ‘stealth wealth’ label into a billion-dollar brand, only to see sales slow. Parent company Kering is set to announce a new designer imminently, say sources.
News & Analysis
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
BoF Reveals Line-Up for BoF West
Katrina Lake, Michael Preysman and Kim Kardashian West are part of an exciting group of headliners who will join industry leaders and entrepreneurs at the inaugural BoF West summit in Los Angeles on 18 June.
News & Analysis
With Sales Boom in Mind, Gucci Tightens Grip on Suppliers
The step comes as luxury labels — from Burberry to Louis Vuitton — begin to levy greater control over their production or invest in speeding up internal processes to ride a rebound in luxury goods sales.
With Sales Boom in Mind, Gucci Tightens Grip on Suppliers
The step comes as luxury labels — from Burberry to Louis Vuitton — begin to levy greater control over their production or invest in speeding up internal processes to ride a rebound in luxury goods sales.
Financial Markets
Rocket Internet to Invest in Firms That Can Conquer US
Chief executive Oliver Samwer said he would incubate and invest in firms trying to make it in the competitive US market.
Rocket Internet to Invest in Firms That Can Conquer US
Chief executive Oliver Samwer said he would incubate and invest in firms trying to make it in the competitive US market.
News & Analysis
Prada CEO Says No Plans to Sell
Patrizio Bertelli added his son Lorenzo may one day head the company.
Prada CEO Says No Plans to Sell
Patrizio Bertelli added his son Lorenzo may one day head the company.
News & Analysis
Hedi Slimane’s Céline Shake-Up
The designer is re-imagining the LVMH-owned brand’s business model as a part of his ambitious revamp.
Hedi Slimane’s Céline Shake-Up
The designer is re-imagining the LVMH-owned brand’s business model as a part of his ambitious revamp.
Luxury
Luxury Results Tell a Tale of Two Extremes
Luxury results were good, bad and ugly this month, causing a divergence in stock performances among our SLI constituents.
Luxury Results Tell a Tale of Two Extremes
Luxury results were good, bad and ugly this month, causing a divergence in stock performances among our SLI constituents.
News & Analysis
Gucci Aims for €10 Billion Revenue Threshold
Gucci, the biggest earnings driver at French group Kering, said it expected sales to grow at twice the pace of the luxury market in the coming years.
Gucci Aims for €10 Billion Revenue Threshold
Gucci, the biggest earnings driver at French group Kering, said it expected sales to grow at twice the pace of the luxury market in the coming years.
Workplace & Talent
Prada's Next Generation Steps In as Son Joins Fashion House
Lorenzo Bertelli, the son of Prada's co-chief executive officers, has joined the company in a key role.
Prada's Next Generation Steps In as Son Joins Fashion House
Lorenzo Bertelli, the son of Prada's co-chief executive officers, has joined the company in a key role.
Marketing
Great Bowery Plans to Merge With MAO Management Artists
The move comes after IMG's interest in acquiring the super-agency fizzled out.
Great Bowery Plans to Merge With MAO Management Artists
The move comes after IMG's interest in acquiring the super-agency fizzled out.
Luxury
Behind the Scenes of the LVMH Prize
Tokyo-based designer Masayuki Ino of Doublet was crowned the winner of the French conglomerate’s fashion award, while Rok Hwang was awarded the special prize after three selection rounds over five months of competition.
Behind the Scenes of the LVMH Prize
Tokyo-based designer Masayuki Ino of Doublet was crowned the winner of the French conglomerate’s fashion award, while Rok Hwang was awarded the special prize after three selection rounds over five months of competition.
The News in Brief
Court Lets Trump Halt Tariff Exemption for Low-Cost Goods
In a decision on Thursday, a US trade court refused to disturb executive orders that lifted the ‘de minimis’ exemption for goods with a retail value of $800 or less.
Samsonite Buys Stake in Béis for $178.5 Million
Founder and actress Shay Mitchell will retain a 15 percent stake in Béis, which will become a Samsonite subsidiary after the deal closes.
Tapestry Forecasts Strong Annual Profit as Coach Remains Hot
Resilient demand for Coach bags among young and affluent shoppers helped buoy the group, but weakness at Kate Spade led the company to forecast muted annual revenue.
US Seeks Sentence for Founder of Fashion-Tech Company CaaStle
Prosecutors compared Christine Hunsicker to Elizabeth Holmes as they sought a 12.5 year prison sentence in the $300 million securities fraud case.
Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit Against Temu Over Clothing Photos
The ultra-fast fashion platform lost the first round of a London legal battle against its rival for alleged copyright infringement in relation to photos of some of its products.
Birkenstock Nudges Forecast Higher on Solid Sandal Demand
The German brand bumped its sales forecast to the upper limit of its target range and posted strong quarterly earnings as consumers snapped up its sandals and clogs.
Richemont’s Panerai Brand Gets No Relief From Luxury Watch Revival
As the secondary market for timepieces rebounds, Cartier is grabbing buyer attention and there’s renewed enthusiasm around Vacheron Constantin, throwing the lack of interest in Panerai into stark contrast.