Vogue Arabia to Launch Annual Ball
The magazine’s inaugural ball will take place in November, the latest in a growing portfolio of live events hosted by publisher Condé Nast.
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A guide to unlocking opportunity in emerging and frontier fashion markets.
Another round for Jimmy Choo
Big news in fashion investment circles over the weekend has been the sale of Jimmy Choo to Towerbrook Partners, a private equity firm that has bought
Magnificent Milan
The semi-annual harvesting of the fruits of menswear designers from all over the world has just ended In Milan, and I have to say, it was a bumper
Pinup Madonna
Speaking of the new trends I mentioned in a previous post, style.com just posted a summary of trends (well, its 221 photos, so not a summary in
Kid Luxe?
I am on the Eurostar to Paris and came across an article in the latest edition of
Koko Rosso
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THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Indian Fast-Fashion Retailer Trent Jumps on Strong Sales Growth
Shares in the Tata Group-owned business rose nearly 11 percent on Tuesday as the success of a rapid store expansion project boosted confidence in the company’s growth outlook.
Harper’s Bazaar to Launch Philippine Edition
Hearst Magazines International is partnering with Philippine media group AGC Power Holdings to launch the fashion title in November 2027.
Pandora Opens World’s Largest Jewellery Factory in Vietnam
The $150 million plant is the Danish jewellers first outside of Thailand, part of a bid to diversify its manufacturing footprint and boost supply-chain resilience.
Vietnam’s Largest Listed Jeweller Forecasts Loss After Diamond Scandal
PNJ also plans to slash its revenue target. Losses in 2026 are expected as a result of a huge provision for customer buybacks following a smuggling scandal.
Chanel Plans to Keep Investing in China Despite Demand Downturn
CEO Leena Nair pointed to the brand’s recent renovation of its Plaza 66 boutique in Shanghai, calling China ‘a market where the clients understand sophistication, refinement.’
Fashion Empire Azzas 2154 to Split Two Years After Failed Merger
Both companies that previously comprised one of Brazil’s largest apparel exporters will retain a stake in Farm Rio after separating.
Indian Fashion Retailer Purple Style Labs Plans IPO
The Bollywood star-backed company behind multi-brand retailer Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop will launch its share sale next week as it taps demand for luxury wedding and occasion wear.