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New Valentino eyewear under Akoni deal to launch in July
Valentino is entering what it says is “a new chapter” for its eyewear offer with the July launch of its first products under the exclusive deal it signed with Switzerland-based Akoni Group late last year.
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Luxury shoppers increasingly focus on sustainability, the metaverse - report
A new BCG and Comité Colbert study shows that 65% of consumers “take into account companies' commitment to sustainable development when deciding on their purchases” and that luxury still needs to do more to excel online.
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Chanel-backed 'activated silk' firm adds new investors
Evolved By Nature, a biotech firm backed by French fashion company Chanel, said on Thursday it has raised $120 million in a financing round, adding new investors including one of Canada's biggest pension funds.
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Crocs teams up with MCM on limited-edition release
Crocs debuted on Tuesday its latest collaboration with German luxury fashion house MCM introducing a reimagined version of the Classic Clog in two distinct styles.
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Emporio Armani opens first Canadian store in Toronto
The Armani Group opened on Wednesday its first Emporio Armani store in Canada, in Toronto, Ontario, at Yorkdale Shopping Centre.
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Georges Hobeika confirms son Jad as joint creative director
The Lebanese fashion designer, who will be showing at the opening of Paris Haute Couture Week on July 4, has officially named his son Jad Hobeika as his label's joint creative director.
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Arturo Obegero, Oteyza, Alled-Martinez and Mans: Spanish menswear in Paris
Four Spanish names were present at Paris Fashion Week, with pieces that ranged from reinterpretations of tailoring in a contemporary way and others that challenged traditional ideas of masculinity.
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BFC reveals schedule for second annual IPF Forum
The British Fashion Council (BFC) is to stage its second annual Institute of Positive Fashion (IPF) Forum with an extensive day-long programme on 30 June. It will take place at 180 Studios, 180 The Strand, London.
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Mulberry strong despite global volatility, says it wants to reopen in Paris
Mulberry was upbeat Wednesday as its reported annual results, with a slew of strong figures and a determination to eventually reopen in Paris. But it has predicted slower growth ahead due to the volatile global backdrop.
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De Beers, Botswana extend Debswana diamond sales agreement to June 2023
The Botswana government and De Beers Group have extended their agreement for the sale of rough diamond production from its joint venture Debswana by an year to June 2023, the diamond miner said on Wednesday.
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Off-White taps Church's again for 'Meteor' footwear capsule
Off-White has once again partnered with British formal shoe maker Church's, as the U.S. streetwear brand continues to take its iconic 'Meteor' motif into design collaborations with other brands and companies this season.
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P448 debuts second Paris location at Le Bon Marché with exclusive lionfish sustainable collection
The buzzy fashion sneaker brand opens its next Paris location with LVMH-owned Le Bon Marché, featuring exclusive sustainable styles and an interactive experience.
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Loewe sales jump 38% in 2021 to €456 million
The LVMH-owned luxury brand increased its revenue by 32% compared to 2019. It also increased its net profit eightfold to €68 million.
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Coach launches Tom Wesselmann collection
Coach introduced on Tuesday an exclusive collection with American pop artist Tom Wesselmann.
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Max Mara cruise: Erotic feminism in Lisbon
All about the power of inspiration at Max Mara cruise, in a collection motivated by a Natália Correia, the Portuguese free-thinker, arty grand dame and café society star, presented with flourish in Lisbon on Tuesday.
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Bruno Frisoni, back in person and with collection
One of the world’s great shoe designers, Bruno Frisoni, made a welcome return with a new start-up, signature collection and look this past weekend in Paris.
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