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Kering Takes Minority Stake in Altuzarra

NEW YORK, United States — Kering, the luxury conglomerate formerly named PPR, has taken a minority stake in Altuzarra, the label founded in 2008 by

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Kering Takes Minority Stake in Altuzarra

NEW YORK, United States — Kering, the luxury conglomerate formerly named PPR, has taken a minority stake in Altuzarra, the label founded in 2008 by


Workplace & Talent

The Creative Class | Maria Luisa Poumaillou, Buyer

Maria Luisa Poumaillou has gone from owning one of the most influential fashion boutiques in Paris to transforming venerable department store Printemps into a serious fashion destination, along the way enabling the careers of some of the greatest names in fashion. Now, on her way to conquer the Chinese market with a slew of new stores and her own fashion brand, the legendary buyer sat down with BoF to share her story.

Workplace & Talent

The Creative Class | Maria Luisa Poumaillou, Buyer

Maria Luisa Poumaillou has gone from owning one of the most influential fashion boutiques in Paris to transforming venerable department store Printemps into a serious fashion destination, along the way enabling the careers of some of the greatest names in fashion. Now, on her way to conquer the Chinese market with a slew of new stores and her own fashion brand, the legendary buyer sat down with BoF to share her story.


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The Pioneering Potential of London’s Hackney Fashion Hub

Plagued by a chorus of naysayers, the proposed Hackey Fashion Hub in East London holds real positive potential, argues Rebecca May Johnson.

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The Pioneering Potential of London’s Hackney Fashion Hub

Plagued by a chorus of naysayers, the proposed Hackey Fashion Hub in East London holds real positive potential, argues Rebecca May Johnson.


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Market Pulse | Making a Comeback

Market sentiment has turned back in favour of the luxury sector, driven by solid second quarter results, reports Pierre Mallevays of Savigny Partners.

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Market Pulse | Making a Comeback

Market sentiment has turned back in favour of the luxury sector, driven by solid second quarter results, reports Pierre Mallevays of Savigny Partners.


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Week in Review | Transparency, Mikael Schiller on Acne's Journey, Andy Dunn, Cut-and-Paste Trends, Pajama Dressing

BoF editor-in-chief Imran Amed recaps the week in the business of fashion.


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Power Moves | Alexandre de Brettes Appointed CEO of Christopher Kane

Kering has appointed Alexandre de Brettes to the position of chief executive officer of Christopher Kane, effective 1 September.

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Power Moves | Alexandre de Brettes Appointed CEO of Christopher Kane

Kering has appointed Alexandre de Brettes to the position of chief executive officer of Christopher Kane, effective 1 September.


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Dissecting Fashion’s Deal Frenzy

In recent years, the number of fashion companies that have gone public or been acquired by large luxury groups has accelerated dramatically. What’s driving the deal flow?

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Dissecting Fashion’s Deal Frenzy

In recent years, the number of fashion companies that have gone public or been acquired by large luxury groups has accelerated dramatically. What’s driving the deal flow?


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Cavalli Rules Out Sale Amid Renewed Investor Interest in Luxury

MILAN, Italy — Cavalli Group, the Italian fashion house that dressed actress Jennifer Hudson at the Oscars, ruled out selling a stake any time soon,

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Cavalli Rules Out Sale Amid Renewed Investor Interest in Luxury

MILAN, Italy — Cavalli Group, the Italian fashion house that dressed actress Jennifer Hudson at the Oscars, ruled out selling a stake any time soon,


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PPR Acquires Italian Jeweler Pomellato to Boost Luxury Offering

PARIS, France — PPR SA, the French owner of Gucci and sporting goods maker Puma SE, said it will buy a majority stake in Italy's Pomellato from

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PPR Acquires Italian Jeweler Pomellato to Boost Luxury Offering

PARIS, France — PPR SA, the French owner of Gucci and sporting goods maker Puma SE, said it will buy a majority stake in Italy's Pomellato from