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Jonathan Anderson at Loewe: The Ultimate Designer-Curator

Over a transformational 11-year tenure, Anderson’s crafty, curatorial vision turned the Spanish label into a powerful ‘cultural brand’ without it looking forced, writes Angelo Flaccavento.

Jonathan Anderson at Loewe: The Ultimate Designer-Curator

Over a transformational 11-year tenure, Anderson’s crafty, curatorial vision turned the Spanish label into a powerful ‘cultural brand’ without it looking forced, writes Angelo Flaccavento.


Will Gucci’s Demna Strategy Work?

The financial markets and fashion fans on social media have rejected Kering’s bet on the zeitgeist-shaping Balenciaga designer to revive its ailing flagship. BoF’s Imran Amed has a different view.

Will Gucci’s Demna Strategy Work?

The financial markets and fashion fans on social media have rejected Kering’s bet on the zeitgeist-shaping Balenciaga designer to revive its ailing flagship. BoF’s Imran Amed has a different view.


Why Gucci Picked Demna

The era-defining Balenciaga designer will take the reins of Italy’s biggest luxury brand in a surprise shakeup of parent company Kering’s creative ranks. The French group is under pressure to turn around performance after profits tumbled 46 percent last year.

Why Gucci Picked Demna

The era-defining Balenciaga designer will take the reins of Italy’s biggest luxury brand in a surprise shakeup of parent company Kering’s creative ranks. The French group is under pressure to turn around performance after profits tumbled 46 percent last year.


Frédéric Arnault Named CEO of Loro Piana in LVMH Reshuffle

The Italian brand’s current chief Damien Bertrand will become deputy CEO at Louis Vuitton. Meanwhile, Fendi’s CEO Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou will move to Dior.

Frédéric Arnault Named CEO of Loro Piana in LVMH Reshuffle

The Italian brand’s current chief Damien Bertrand will become deputy CEO at Louis Vuitton. Meanwhile, Fendi’s CEO Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou will move to Dior.


Risky Business: Should Prada Buy Versace?

Turning around the Italian icon will be a significant challenge for Prada Group and could distract top managers from scaling its core brands, but the gamble may be worth it if the price is right.

Risky Business: Should Prada Buy Versace?

Turning around the Italian icon will be a significant challenge for Prada Group and could distract top managers from scaling its core brands, but the gamble may be worth it if the price is right.


Prada Group Defies Slowdown as Young Shoppers Flock to Miu Miu

Miu Miu’s retail sales remained strong in the fourth quarter, rising 84 percent, while Prada grew by 4 percent.

Prada Group Defies Slowdown as Young Shoppers Flock to Miu Miu

Miu Miu’s retail sales remained strong in the fourth quarter, rising 84 percent, while Prada grew by 4 percent.


Report: Prada Moving Closer to €1.5 Billion Versace Deal

Talks between Prada and Versace owner Capri are progressing and could results in a deal in March, Bloomberg reports.

Report: Prada Moving Closer to €1.5 Billion Versace Deal

Talks between Prada and Versace owner Capri are progressing and could results in a deal in March, Bloomberg reports.


Op-Ed | Should LVMH Split Up?

Spinning off Moët Hennessy is an appealing prospect for markets, Andrea Felsted writes.

Op-Ed | Should LVMH Split Up?

Spinning off Moët Hennessy is an appealing prospect for markets, Andrea Felsted writes.


Pinaults Double Down on Cruises with Aqua Deal

The family that controls Kering recently bought a majority share in Aqua Expeditions, a boutique luxury cruise line. The push comes as arch rival LVMH, as well as Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons and Aman, invest in ‘floating hotels.’

Pinaults Double Down on Cruises with Aqua Deal

The family that controls Kering recently bought a majority share in Aqua Expeditions, a boutique luxury cruise line. The push comes as arch rival LVMH, as well as Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons and Aman, invest in ‘floating hotels.’


Can Kering Fix Gucci? | The Debrief

Luxury editor Robert Williams joins executive editor Brian Baskin and senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to discuss Gucci’s dramatic sales decline, leadership churn, and the broader challenges facing the luxury group Kering, as the conglomerate seeks a path to recovery.

Can Kering Fix Gucci? | The Debrief

Luxury editor Robert Williams joins executive editor Brian Baskin and senior correspondent Sheena Butler-Young to discuss Gucci’s dramatic sales decline, leadership churn, and the broader challenges facing the luxury group Kering, as the conglomerate seeks a path to recovery.


Can Kering Bounce Back From Its ‘Annus Horribilis’?

The French group said it would close 50 stores to adapt to a slower market after fourth-quarter sales at flagship Gucci plunged 24 percent.

Can Kering Bounce Back From Its ‘Annus Horribilis’?

The French group said it would close 50 stores to adapt to a slower market after fourth-quarter sales at flagship Gucci plunged 24 percent.


Why Dior Needs a Change

Kim Jones is exiting the brand, with Maria Grazia Chiuri expected to follow suit in the coming months. Will a creative shakeup reinvigorate excitement for LVMH’s second-biggest brand?

Why Dior Needs a Change

Kim Jones is exiting the brand, with Maria Grazia Chiuri expected to follow suit in the coming months. Will a creative shakeup reinvigorate excitement for LVMH’s second-biggest brand?