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David Lynch leaves a legacy that dressed cinema's dark dreams

The death of American filmmaker David Lynch last week has left an irreplaceable void in cinema, marking the end of a visionary career that revolutionised the entertainment world. Lynch’s influence on fashion extends far beyond his cinematic aesthetics, penetrating the industry through his distinctive visual language and exploration of the...

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Fashion meets fine art in landmark Louvre exhibition

The Musée du Louvre is set to break new ground with "Louvre Couture", an ambitious exhibition exploring the connection between high fashion and classical art. Opening on January 24, the show promises to illuminate the historical dialogue between couture and decorative arts in unprecedented depth. Spanning nearly 9,000 square metres within the...

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Oniverse (formerly Calzedonia) Targets La Perla to Strengthen Brand Portfolio

The Italian group Oniverse, formerly known as Calzedonia and owner of intimate apparel brands such as Intimissimi and Falconeri, has revived its interest in acquiring La Perla, one of the world's most iconic luxury lingerie brands. According to the Italian newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, Sandro Veronesi, the group's leader, has already initiated key...

Retail

UK retailers show resilience despite December headwinds

Non-food retailers demonstrated unexpected strength in December 2024, despite overall retail sales declining 0.3 per cent month-on-month, according to data from the Office for National Statistics. The sector posted a 1.1 per cent increase in sales volumes, driven by a particularly strong performance in clothing, which saw a 4.4 per cent rise....

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Living wage report finds “limited progress" among garment and footwear companies

The 2023-2024 Annual Report from the Platform Living Wage Financials (PLWF) has taken a look at progress when it comes to living wages and incomes in the garment and footwear sector. Thirty-three companies were assessed, among them Adidas, Asics, Esprit, Fast Retailing, H&M, Hugo Boss, Inditex, Kering, LVMH, Marks & Spencer, Nike, Primark, Puma...

Fashion

Jacquemus returns to Paris Fashion Week with Apple partnership

French fashion house Jacquemus, renowned for its cinematic runway presentations in countryside locales, is making a much-anticipated return to Paris Fashion Week, this time with a high-tech twist. For its upcoming collection, Jacquemus will collaborate with Apple to revolutionise the way fashion is captured and shared. In a statement on...

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Slowear streamlines portfolio in strategic brand consolidation

Italian luxury group Slowear is set to consolidate its stable of specialist brands under a single umbrella, marking a significant shift in strategy for the business known for its premium casualwear. The Milan-based company, which built its reputation on high-end trousers through its Incotex line, will merge its portfolio of category brands...

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Zalando launches 6.50 euros per share tender offer for About You

Zalando SE (ZLNDY), an online retailer of fashion and lifestyle products, announced the launch of a 6.50 euros per share public tender offer for About You, following the approval of the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin). The Acceptance period starts today and is expected to end on 17 February 2025. The Takeover Offer is not...

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Bira calls for ‘urgent measures’ to support indie high street businesses

New research cited by the British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has suggested worrying developments in labour-intensive sectors, with retail said to be “among the worst-hit industries last year”. According to data acquired by the organisation and initially formulated by law firm Shakespeare Martineau, hospitality also accounted for 10...

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Ami appoints new marketing and communications director

Fashion brand Ami has appointed Carlo Mengucci as its new marketing and communications director. The former Etro employee is moving to Paris for the occasion and will join the brand's Parisian teams today, January 20. Mengucci will be in charge of marketing and communication operations, events as well as social media, talent and press relations...

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Mulberry group finance director to resign

Charles Anderson, group finance director at Mulberry, has announced his intention to resign from the British luxury brand. He will step down from the board with effect from 31 January 2025, but will remain in a supportive role until 1 August to assist with the handover and transition. In a regulatory filing, Mulberry said that its board has...

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Video: PDF FW25

Take a look at the latest FW25 collection from PDF at Milan Fashion Week Men's.