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Investor Ryan Cohen takes stake in Nordstrom
Activist investor Ryan Cohen is racking up a sizable stake in Nordstrom and plans to urge the department-store chain to make changes to its board after a decline in share prices, the Wall Street Journal reported.
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Cristina Betts bullish for Iguatemi, explains the Brazilian giant’s future M&A roadmap
This past week in Paris, Brazil’s most important luxury retailer Iguatemi feted its rebound from the pandemic, as its CEO Cristina Betts explained its M&A plans and predicted double continued digit growth in 2023.
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Prada tops Lyst Index for first time, Saint Laurent bag is top product
Prada hit something of a low just a few years ago due to the pandemic. But its impressive recovery was underlined on Thursday as the latest instalment of the Lyst Index showed it as the hottest brand in the world.
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Nicholas Kirkwood closes, hopes to return with new green concept
Luxury footwear designer Nicholas Kirkwood is closing his 18-year-old business, he announced on instagram on Wednesday, also hinting at a new path he'll be following.
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Care & repair arrives at Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter and The Outnet in The Seam deal
In another sign that repair is one of the key trends for 2023, YNAP said its in-season and off-price e-tailers Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter and The Outnet are launching their first dedicated customer care & repair offers.
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UK's competition body investigates Richemont-Farfetch deal for YNAP
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is looking into Farfetch’s purchase of a stake in Yoox Net-A-Porter, owned by Swiss luxury goods group Richemont, claiming it might reduce competition in the UK market.
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Nike and Tiffany & Co. launch sneaker, accessories collaboration
Luxury jewelry brand Tiffany & Co. and sportswear brand Nike announced on Tuesday a collaboration with the debut of an Air Force 1 sneaker and limited-edition sterling silver accessories collection.
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Lanvin Group CFO resigns ahead of full-year results announcement
Lanvin Group announced on Tuesday the resignation of its chief financial officer, Shang Koo. David Chan, the Group's executive president, will serve as interim CFO while the luxury group searches for Koo's replacement.
Luxury
Hunter Boot seeks £8m cash boost, sale talks are progressing - report
More detail has emerged around Hunter Boot’s search for new funding with a report saying it's seeking £8 million of working capital and is in talks with financiers including Gordon Brothers.
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StockX opens first authentication center in Mexico
Online resale platform StockX announced on Monday the opening of a new authentication center in Mexico City.
Fashion
Australian fashion week to take place May 15
IMG announced on Tuesday its lineup of designer runway shows and programming for Afterpay Australian Fashion Week (AAFW): The Experience, taking place from May 15 – 19 at Sydney's Carriageworks.
Fashion
Gucci's challenge: reigniting heat while boosting timeless appeal
Sabato De Sarno needs to spark heat with a new direction at Guicci, analysts say - a delicate task, given the emphasis executives have also put on the label's timeless appeal.
Luxury
Matchesfashion gets £60m cash injection from owner
Matchesfashion’s owner Apax partners has agreed a £60m funding package for the luxury retailer as it continues to work on its turnaround. The new package comprises £40m of equity and £20m of additional debt.
Luxury
Mila Schön names Marc Audibet creative director in major investment plan
Famed Milanese fashion house Mila Schön has named Marc Audibet to be its new creative director in major investment plan to relaunch the brand, backed by new Italian investors.
Fashion
Bottega Veneta opens new boutique in Palisades Village, Los Angeles
After the opening of its store in Melrose Place, West Hollywood, the Italian luxury label is now opening at Pacific Palisades neighborhood. This is the second luxury brand to enter the Palisades Village shopping center.
Luxury
Aelis, Juana Martín and Imane Ayissi's contemporary craftsmanship
The last day of Paris Haute Couture Week saw exquisite collections from several international brands, ranging from minimalist and artisanal collections, to Flamenco and African-inspired ones.
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