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Dario Vitale’s Versace Exit: The Backstory

Vitale may not be the right fit for Prada’s Versace strategy but a healthy fashion system depends on creative renewal powered by young talent, writes Imran Amed.

Dario Vitale’s Versace Exit: The Backstory

Vitale may not be the right fit for Prada’s Versace strategy but a healthy fashion system depends on creative renewal powered by young talent, writes Imran Amed.


Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’

Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.

Luxury Stocks Look Ready for a Stronger Year After Their ‘Detox’

Optimism is building that a second-half rally in Europe’s luxury-goods sector can extend into the new year as signs point to better times for the continent’s flagship equity sector.


Why Prada Moved on From Dario Vitale (and What Comes Next for Versace)

The news that Versace’s designer is exiting the brand comes two days after Prada’s acquisition of the brand, confirming months of speculation. What will Versace do next?

Why Prada Moved on From Dario Vitale (and What Comes Next for Versace)

The news that Versace’s designer is exiting the brand comes two days after Prada’s acquisition of the brand, confirming months of speculation. What will Versace do next?


Hermès Heir Takes Aim at LVMH’s Arnault in Civil Lawsuit

Nicolas Puech has filed a civil lawsuit against Bernard Arnault and LVMH, alleging he was deprived of Hermès shares now worth billions, court documents show.

Hermès Heir Takes Aim at LVMH’s Arnault in Civil Lawsuit

Nicolas Puech has filed a civil lawsuit against Bernard Arnault and LVMH, alleging he was deprived of Hermès shares now worth billions, court documents show.


Prada’s Versace Acquisition Closes, Now the Real Work Begins

The group’s effort to revive the fortunes of the iconic label founded by Gianni Versace will require both patience and pain. ‘The next 12 months will be rough.’

Prada’s Versace Acquisition Closes, Now the Real Work Begins

The group’s effort to revive the fortunes of the iconic label founded by Gianni Versace will require both patience and pain. ‘The next 12 months will be rough.’


Unpacking LVMH’s Latest Executive Shuffle

Louis Vuitton CEO Pietro Beccari will also steer the conglomerate’s Fashion Group, as Sidney Toledano steps down from operational responsibilities and Vuitton deputy CEO Damien Bertrand joins the group’s executive committee.

Unpacking LVMH’s Latest Executive Shuffle

Louis Vuitton CEO Pietro Beccari will also steer the conglomerate’s Fashion Group, as Sidney Toledano steps down from operational responsibilities and Vuitton deputy CEO Damien Bertrand joins the group’s executive committee.


The BoF Podcast | Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra on Fixing the Luxury Business Model

The seasoned luxury executive joins Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2025 to discuss pricing strategies and the importance of creative tension and cultural relevance.

The BoF Podcast | Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra on Fixing the Luxury Business Model

The seasoned luxury executive joins Imran Amed at BoF VOICES 2025 to discuss pricing strategies and the importance of creative tension and cultural relevance.


Kering Must Downsize, Reduce Gucci Exposure and Chase Synergies, CEO de Meo Says in Memo

Luca de Meo calls for store closures, recalibrated pricing and a push to grow brands beyond Gucci as the group works to return to sustainable growth.

Kering Must Downsize, Reduce Gucci Exposure and Chase Synergies, CEO de Meo Says in Memo

Luca de Meo calls for store closures, recalibrated pricing and a push to grow brands beyond Gucci as the group works to return to sustainable growth.


Why Chinese Shoppers Are Choosing Local Luxury Over LVMH

Chinese consumers are losing interest in heritage European and US luxury brands, instead favouring homegrown premium labels for their distinctive Eastern aesthetic.

Why Chinese Shoppers Are Choosing Local Luxury Over LVMH

Chinese consumers are losing interest in heritage European and US luxury brands, instead favouring homegrown premium labels for their distinctive Eastern aesthetic.


Opinion: Can Jewellery Continue to Outpace Fashion?

Jewellery has outperformed handbags in recent cycles, but with an unprecedented wave of new fashion designers set to unleash novel products, jewellery brands are set to face serious competition, writes Andrea Felsted.

Opinion: Can Jewellery Continue to Outpace Fashion?

Jewellery has outperformed handbags in recent cycles, but with an unprecedented wave of new fashion designers set to unleash novel products, jewellery brands are set to face serious competition, writes Andrea Felsted.


Richemont Rides Out Tariffs, Gold Prices with Sales Beat

The Swiss group reported sales up 14 percent in its latest quarter, smashing expectations amid “unprecedented” headwinds including currency movements, rising gold prices and US tariffs.

Richemont Rides Out Tariffs, Gold Prices with Sales Beat

The Swiss group reported sales up 14 percent in its latest quarter, smashing expectations amid “unprecedented” headwinds including currency movements, rising gold prices and US tariffs.


Report: Kering and Mayhoola to Inject €100 Million Into Valentino

The French group and the Qatari investment fund have agreed to shore up the Italian fashion house’s finances after it breached loan covenants earlier this year, according to a corporate document and two sources familiar with the matter.

Report: Kering and Mayhoola to Inject €100 Million Into Valentino

The French group and the Qatari investment fund have agreed to shore up the Italian fashion house’s finances after it breached loan covenants earlier this year, according to a corporate document and two sources familiar with the matter.