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American luxury brand Mark Cross relaunches with a focus on heritage

American luxury brand Mark Cross relaunches with a focus on heritage

The almost 180-year-old leather goods house famous for its Grace Box bag is leaning in on its rich history.
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Dior unveils latest Cannage sunglasses

Dior unveils latest Cannage sunglasses

The house of Dior has unveiled its new Cannage sunglasses, the latest expression of a defining code of the Paris brand, that has become a leit motif of late.
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John Smedley reopens for third-party manufacturing after 40-year hiatus

John Smedley reopens for third-party manufacturing after 40-year hiatus

Knitwear specialist John Smedley is betting on UK manufacturing making a comeback in a changed world and is investing millions in making its factory available for third-party manufacturing for the first time in 40 years.
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Thomas Sabo's UK results show tough times for the business

Thomas Sabo's UK results show tough times for the business

​Thomas Sabo UK has filed its accounts for the year to last June with the British arm of the German jeweller saying its turnover and profits fell while its costs rose.
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Xüxü fashion brand shows on the volcanoes of California

Xüxü fashion brand shows on the volcanoes of California

Shanghai-born and Los Angeles-based designer Hanchen Xu has just presented the first collection of his luxury and unisex Xüxü fashion brand, entirely shot on a Californian volcano. 
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R.M. Williams opens refurbished Melbourne store

R.M. Williams opens refurbished Melbourne store

Luxury bootmaker R.M.Williams has opened the doors to its Melbourne Central store, unveiling a full refurbishment that serves as an immersive and creative experience for shoppers. 
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Kering warns profit to tumble following Gucci woes in China

Kering warns profit to tumble following Gucci woes in China

Kering SA warned that profit will plunge in the first half of the year after wealthy shoppers curbed spending on Gucci products.
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The LVMH 2024 Prize reveals its eight finalists

The LVMH 2024 Prize reveals its eight finalists

The French luxury group has unveiled the eight finalist labels for its eleventh LVMH Young Design Awards, from eight countries. The final will be held on September 10. 
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Ermenegildo Zegna grows by 8% in the first quarter

Ermenegildo Zegna grows by 8% in the first quarter

The Italian group achieved sales of 463 million euros in the first quarter, driven by the US, where sales jumped by 58%, while they fell by 15% in China. While Zegna made progress, Thom Browne fell back.
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Marcelo Burlon steps down as creative director of County of Milan label

Marcelo Burlon steps down as creative director of County of Milan label

The Argentinian designer, who founded the label in 2012, is stepping down at a delicate time of transition for the parent company New Guards Group, on which investment fund Style Capital is said to have set its sights.
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Sportmax puts archive items on sale for 48 hours

Sportmax puts archive items on sale for 48 hours

Max Mara’s line has opened up its archives to the public for the first time. The label is selling on its e-shop a selection of looks from 2006, available only until April 24.
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Here's how The Folklore is poised for significant growth with its seed fundraising phase

Here's how The Folklore is poised for significant growth with its seed fundraising phase

Amira Rasool's plan to make her online marketplace the 'LVMH of Africa' is playing out globally.
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Cacharel to drop come-back ready-to-wear capsule collection in May

Cacharel to drop come-back ready-to-wear capsule collection in May

The French label will drop a dozen-item capsule collection at the end of May. The first stage in a relaunch that follows a three-year absence, and before the arrival of a renowned creative director.
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Valentino sees sales fall in 2023

Valentino sees sales fall in 2023

The Roman luxury house achieved sales of €1.35 billion in 2023, down 5% on 2022. However, sales through its direct sales network were up by 3%.
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Vivienne Westwood's own clothing to be auctioned in June

Vivienne Westwood's own clothing to be auctioned in June

​Vivienne Westwood’s personal wardrobe is going up for auction in London, including ballgowns, tweed suits and more.
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Ganni names ex Balenciaga exec Laura du Rusquec, as new CEO

Ganni names ex Balenciaga exec Laura du Rusquec, as new CEO

Ganni, the clean-cut Danish hipster label, has named the former Balenciaga executive Laura du Rusquec to be its new CEO in a significant shift of emphasis at the brand.
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