Zankov Appoints Its First CEO
Jack Tobin is joining Diane von Furstenberg artistic director Henry Zankov’s namesake label as CEO and part owner.
Luxury
How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.
Will 2021 Drive Game-Changing Luxury Deals?
The pandemic has increased the possibility of transformative M&A in the European luxury sector, from a Kering-Richemont mega-merger to an ‘Italian fashion project.’
#BoFLIVE: Tim’s Take With Marni’s Francesco Risso
Marni creative director Francesco Risso joins BoF editor-at-large Tim Blanks in a conversation about his creative process as the world emerges from the pandemic.
Can Mugler Make Inclusive Luxury A Business Success?
Under Casey Cadwallader, Mugler is back in the spotlight. Speaking to BoF, the designer breaks down his strategy for reviving the brand and how he plans to make his inclusive vision stick.
GmbH Founders Named Creative Directors of Trussardi
The Italian label said the designers would bring their inclusive values to the house.
Christopher Kane’s Pandemic Pivot
How the trio behind the London label navigated a split with Kering and beat the pandemic by betting on merch line More Joy.
The End of an Era at Missoni
Angela Missoni talks to Tim Blanks about her past and future as she steps down from design duties after 24 years as creative director of the family business.
Richemont Quarterly Sales Jump 36 Percent
The Swiss group flagged ‘accelerating trends across all business areas,’ sending shares up nearly 6 percent.
Angela Missoni Exits Creative Director Role
The designer spoke to BoF’s Tim Blanks about life beyond the family business.
Valentino to Phase Out ‘Red’ Sub-Brand, Go Fur-Free
Under a new CEO hired from Gucci, the Italian brand wants to refocus on its main luxury line.
Pinault’s New Museum Opens in Paris, A Milestone in Family’s Soft-Power Push
In recent years, the clan behind Kering, luxury fashion’s second-biggest group, has ramped up its cultural influence. A contemporary art museum in central Paris should further cement the family’s power.
Luisa Via Roma Targets US Expansion with Content-Driven Strategy
The family-owned Italian e-commerce retailer hired Kate Davidson Hudson to oversee its expanded content strategy and launch a magazine amid a competitive online luxury market.
Rosie Assoulin Plans Next Chapter with Partner High Italian Manufacturing
The manufacturing and distribution firm, formerly Onward Luxury Group, will produce the New York label’s collections and help it expand its assortment and global reach.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
LVMH, Kering Update Model Safety Guidelines
Nearly a decade since the luxury groups first published a charter of model protections, they are introducing new measures to protect those working in the industry.
US Luxury Spending Slows, Citi Data Shows
US credit card spending on luxury brands fell for a third consecutive month in September, according to data from Citi.
Frasers Group Steps Up Luxury Push With New Division, Larger Burberry Stake
The British retail group has brought its stakes in Burberry, Hugo Boss and Mulberry together with its luxury retail operations.
Luca de Meo Says Italy Remains Key, Rules Out Production Shift
The Kering CEO also denied any interest in buying a minority stake in Armani, adding that the group was focusing on other challenges.
Armani Open to More Than One Investor for Sale of 15% stake, CEO Says
The comments by chief executive Giuseppe Marsocci come as the brand reportedly considers the possibility of LVMH, L’Oreal and EssilorLuxottica sharing the stake.
Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
Arnault Clan to Change LVMH Holding Structure to Ensure Control
Under the plan, the world’s biggest luxury group will be controlled by one entity, Agache SCA, after Christian Dior SE, one of the current holding companies of LVMH, is delisted.