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Armani "doesn’t rule out" merger or IPO in succession plan
Three months before his 90th birthday, Giorgio Armani is hinting at possible big changes for his Italian fashion empire once he’s no longer in charge.
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L'Oreal sales rise 9.4% as mass market makeup outshines luxury
L'Oreal reported a 9.4% rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China.
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Gucci's next cruise show to be held at the Tate Modern in London
The Kering label has announced a three-year partnership with London's leading museum of modern and contemporary art to promote young designers, and will be showing its Cruise 2025 collection at the museum on May 13.
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Italy's Cucinelli defies slowdown fears with 16.5% growth in sales
Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli said on Wednesday its sales rose 16.5% at current exchange rates in the first quarter, driven by growth in all regions, including Asia.
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ASOS H1 numbers make grim reading, but it reports strong progress, names new CFO
ASOS has reported its results for the 26 weeks to 3 March and as expected, they're not great. But the company did say it's made strong progress on speed and profit initiatives under its Back To Fashion strategy.
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As new CEO prepares to arrive, Adanola gets new HQ including event space
Adanola has a new HQ in which to welcome its new CEO. The everyday activewear specialist has moved across Manchester’s city centre to take up residence in the Noma district.
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American Golf maintains UK market share as Oddy-inspired results improve
A strategic business “reset” has helped UK-based American Golf improve its fiscal scorecard.
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Armani "doesn’t rule out" merger or IPO in succession plan
Three months before his 90th birthday, Giorgio Armani is hinting at possible big changes for his Italian fashion empire once he’s no longer in charge.
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UK consumer confidence may keep rising but spending concerns remain - Deloitte
UK consumer confidence isn’t just on the up again, it’s reached a new two-year high as personal finances improve, especially among 25-34 year-olds. But that isn’t necessarily feeding through to spending habits.
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Milan Design Week: Elective affinities at Hermès, Armani
Hermès and Giorgio Armani have taken centre-stage at Milan Design Week with their sophisticated installations, showcasing the affinities between their furniture and fashion collections.
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Adidas-Rheon Labs partnership creates "new era" sports bras
Despite advancements in activewear, most sports bras “are stuck in the past”. That’s according to Joanna Wakefield-Scurr professor of Biomechanics at the University of Portsmouth, and the University of Memphis.
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Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent, and Loro Piana honor design icons in Milan
These esteemed fashion houses are collaborating with Gio Ponti, Cini Boeri, Gae Aulenti, Portaluppi, and Le Corbusier, to reinterpret their classic designs in luxurious new forms at the Milan Furniture Fair.
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Elie Saab Maison broadens accessories and home linen range, mulls hotel opening
On the first day of Milan Design Week, FashionNetwork.com met Massimiliano Ferrari, CEO of Corporate Brand Maison, who talked about the new initiatives and ambitious projects of Elie Saab’s home interiors line.
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Alexander McQueen: Gaelle Collet appointed brand and communications director
Kering's British label has appointed Gaelle Collet, who has worked for Chanel, Dior, Saint Laurent and Celine, among others, as head of brand and communications.
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NRF promotes Adam Lukoskie to president role
The National Retail Federation has announced that executive director of the NRF Foundation Adam Lukoskie has been promoted to also serve as senior vice president of NRF.
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Brixton appoints Levi's executive as new CEO
Californian lifestyle brand Brixton announced Thursday the appointment of Seth Ellison to the role of chief executive officer, effective April 22.
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BFC Foundation appoints Andin Fonyonga to board of trustees
The BFC Foundation has welcomed Andin Fonyonga to its board of trustees. Fonyonga joins fellow trustees David Pemsel, Pam Batty, Laura Strain and Caroline Rush.
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