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Luxury

How rapid change is reshaping the tradition-soaked luxury sector in Europe and beyond.

Millennials Love Gucci and Louis Vuitton

Eighteen to 35 year olds contributed 85 percent of luxury growth last year, finds a new report by UBS.


A Swan Song for the Philophiles

Hours before the debut of Hedi Slimane’s Celine, a group devoted to Phoebe Philo gathered in Paris to celebrate her one last time.


Longchamp's Plan to Stay Competitive Amid Luxury Consolidation

The family-owned company is doubling down on the US and China, while amplifying its fashion offering. But as more of its peers sell to bigger groups, is it enough?


Yoox Closer to Launching Own Label

After confirming plans for a private-label business in 2017, Yoox is getting closer to launching own-label women’s, men’s and accessories after posting a number of job openings.


Hermès’ Anti-Marketing Marketing

The French luxury giant has built a $6 billion business without a marketing department.


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?


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.


Midnight 00 Is the Antidote to the Sneaker Hype Gripping Footwear

The demi-couture footwear label, founded by stylist and street style star Ada Kokosar, is bringing back opulent heels in a time when trainers reign supreme.


What’s Next for Farfetch After a Blockbuster IPO?

The fashion platform had a wildly enthusiastic reception on Wall Street. Here’s how the company plans to maintain the momentum.


Riccardo Tisci’s #NewEra Burberry: What to Expect

Sources close to Burberry say the designer’s Monday debut is likely to underscore the British megabrand’s true luxury ambitions far more than his streetwear-inflected social media teasers, reflecting a strategy rooted in both newness and upscaling.


Pedro Lourenço Is Back with Zilver

With a new genderless label, set to debut at London Fashion Week on September 16, the designer aims to build something that is sustainable — environmentally as well as economically.


Virgil Abloh: ‘I Am Not a Designer’

The Off-White founder and Wizard of Oz fan isn’t just making clothes. He’s blazing his own Yellow Brick Road from nowheresville to the Emerald City of Paris and reprogramming Louis Vuitton in the process.