Scoop International: Back with a bang
This week’s Scoop International trade show at London’s Olympia was once again a strong event with plenty of big-name buyers at what’s widely acknowledged to be the premier mid-to-premium show …
Galeries Lafayette
future of 26 French franchised stores to be finally decided on February 21
Translated by Nicola Mira Published Feb 15, 2024 The future of 1,000 employees is hanging in the balance: the final ruling on the continuity plan for the 26 franchised Galeries …
Busy, buzzing and mad about knits
Dear diary. Went to Pure London x JATC this week. And what did I find? Think knitwear (everywhere). A print explosion. Lots of attention to detail. Plenty of quirks. A …
future of Michel Ohayon’s stores and employees depends on Wednesday’s court ruling
By AFP Translated by Nicola Mira Published Feb 14, 2024 The future of about 1,000 employees will depend on the Bordeaux trade court’s decision, expected today, on the continuity plan …
Issey Miyake unveils new flagship store in Paris
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Feb 2, 2024 A new chapter is unfolding for Issey Miyake in Paris. The luxury Japanese ready-to-wear brand has recently bid adieu to its flagship …
Fiorucci announces a fashion show and its first two pop-ups between Milan and Paris
Fiorucci is continuing its relaunch with a host of projects. The legendary Italian brand, founded in Milan in 1967 by Elio Fiorucci, was acquired in October 2022 by Swiss businesswoman …
Fiorucci’ CEO on New Pop-up Stores, Fashion Show and HQ in Milan
MILAN — More than mere resolutions, Fiorucci’s chief executive officer Alessandro Pisani has big plans already in motion at the brand in 2024. The label founded by the late visionary designer …
Niche fragrance house Ex Nihilo opens its doors to investment from Eurazeo
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Jan 20, 2024 French investment company, Eurazeo, is securing a minority stake in the niche fragrance house, Ex Nihilo. This transaction, valued at approximately 25 …
How men’s fashion is evolving in department stores
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Jan 16, 2024 Though the sales share of men’s fashion remains steady at 16% in the overall assortment of department stores, there are discernible changes …
BrandAlley buys control of The Edit LDN
Acquisition activity is continuing in the UK fashion sector with off-price specialist BrandAlley acquiring a majority stake in sneaker reseller The Edit LDN, the new owner saying the buy will …