Swarovski grows 4% in 2023
In 2023, Swarovski generated a revenue of €1.83 billion, up by 4%, thanks largely to a solid Q4, during which revenue grew by 9%.
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Swarovski grows 4% in 2023
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Six fashion trade shows about to start in Milan with nearly 3,000 exhibitors
Six fashion trade shows about to start in Milan with nearly 3,000 exhibitors
Six fashion trade shows (Micam, Mipel, TheOneMilano, Milano Fashion&Jewels, Lineapelle and Simac) will be held in Milan on February 18-22. They will host 2,951 exhibitors, and will aim to...
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ITS Contest 2023 reveals shortlist of 16 finalists from 11 countries
ITS Contest 2023 reveals shortlist of 16 finalists from 11 countries
The ITS Contest award has revealed its 16 finalists, picked among 750 applicants by a jury of fashion experts and talent scouts headed by Barbara Franchin, the award’s founder and...
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Creative director Ragazzi says Palm Angels is menswear-driven, but new focus will be womenswear, accessories
Creative director Ragazzi says Palm Angels is menswear-driven, but new focus will be womenswear, accessories
Men’s ready-to-wear is currently generating 80% of Francesco Ragazzi’s streetwear brand’s revenue, which has greatly exceeded the €100 million mark.
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Piquadro group grows 7.1% in H1
Piquadro group grows 7.1% in H1
The Italian leather goods group closed the first half of fiscal 2023-24 on September 30, reporting a revenue of €85.9 million, up 7.1% over the same period in the previous year.
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Rabanne launches first make-up line, names Diane Kendal Creative Director Beauty
Rabanne launches first make-up line, names Diane Kendal Creative Director Beauty
French label Rabanne, owned by Spanish fashion group Puig, has announced the launch of its first make-up line, spearheaded by British make-up artist Diane Kendal.
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Golden Goose grows 21% in H1
Golden Goose grows 21% in H1
In H1 2023, the Italian luxury sneakers brand generated a net revenue of €276.4 million, equivalent to a 21% growth over the previous year. EBITDA was also up, growing 34.6%.
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Replay announces 18.3% sales growth by 2022
Replay announces 18.3% sales growth by 2022
The denim brand from Fashion Box, based in Veneto, ended the 2022 financial year with growth of 18.3% compared to 2021, for sales of €339.6 million and an Ebitda of 15%.
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Prada group names Francesca Secondari as Group General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer
Prada group names Francesca Secondari as Group General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer
The Prada group has announced it has appointed Francesca Secondari as Group General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer. In her role, she will be in charge of corporate legal affairs and...
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Aeffe’s revenue, margin slump in Q1
Aeffe’s revenue, margin slump in Q1
In Q1 2023, Italian fashion group Aeffe recorded a consolidated revenue of €93.2 million, down 8.4% at constant exchange rates. Adjusted consolidated EBITDA was €12.3 million, or 13.2% of...
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CEO Gianluca Toniolo reveals Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s growth strategy
CEO Gianluca Toniolo reveals Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s growth strategy
D&G’s beauty business has been run in-house since the end of the license deal with Shiseido, and in Q1 2023 it generated a wholesale revenue of €160 million. CEO Gianluca Toniolo has...
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![]( "Pitti Bimbo 96 grows in size, focuses on sustainability, street style")
Pitti Bimbo 96 grows in size, focuses on sustainability, street stylePitti Bimbo 96 grows in size, focuses on sustainability, street style
The 96th edition of the Pitti Bimbo show will take place at the Fortezza da Basso venue in Florence on January 18-20 2023, with 250 exhibitors, 70% of them from outside Italy. This...
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![]( "OTB’s Renzo Rosso says small fashion firms need to be supported, not necessarily acquired")
OTB’s Renzo Rosso says small fashion firms need to be supported, not necessarily acquiredOTB’s Renzo Rosso says small fashion firms need to be supported, not necessarily acquired
Speaking at the Pambianco Fashion Summit, the head of fashion group OTB revealed his secret to bolstering the Italian fashion industry, discussing also his group's future plans and a...
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![]( "Golden Goose buys luxury sneakers producer Italian Fashion Team")
Golden Goose buys luxury sneakers producer Italian Fashion TeamGolden Goose buys luxury sneakers producer Italian Fashion Team
The luxury sneakers brand has announced the acquisition of Italian Fashion Team, a manufacturer based in Italy’s Puglia region, one of Golden Goose’s main suppliers for the last seven years.
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![]( "Pitti Fragranze back in Florence with 140 exhibitors, special guest Alessandro Gualtieri")
Pitti Fragranze back in Florence with 140 exhibitors, special guest Alessandro GualtieriPitti Fragranze back in Florence with 140 exhibitors, special guest Alessandro Gualtieri
The 20th edition of Pitti Fragranze, the trade show of the creative perfumery sector, entitled ‘The 5 Senses Issue’ and featuring 140 international exhibitors, will be held in Florence on...
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![]( "The Woolmark Company: Merino wool exports to USA grow, streetwear labels boost demand")
The Woolmark Company: Merino wool exports to USA grow, streetwear labels boost demandThe Woolmark Company: Merino wool exports to USA grow, streetwear labels boost demand
While wool production is shifting from the Far East to European manufacturers like Turkey and Portugal, The Woolmark Company is seeing strong growth in exports to the USA, as output is up...
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![]( "Gucci drops health-monitoring ring with Ōura")
Gucci drops health-monitoring ring with ŌuraGucci drops health-monitoring ring with Ōura
Gucci and Ōura, a Finnish firm specialised in health-monitoring wearables, have created a smart ring that is able to provide accurate, tailored information on the wearer's health.
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![]( "Valentino gives new, international look to website, e-shop")
Valentino gives new, international look to website, e-shopValentino gives new, international look to website, e-shop
Italian luxury label Valentino is upgrading and internationalising its website and e-shop, adopting cutting-edge technologies and augmented reality to boost customer interaction.
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![]( "Jimmy Choo and Mugler drop daring, sensual collaboration")
Jimmy Choo and Mugler drop daring, sensual collaborationJimmy Choo and Mugler drop daring, sensual collaboration
After announcing their partnership last winter, Jimmy Choo and Mugler have unveiled a footwear capsule collection for spring 2022 designed by their respective creative directors, Sandra...
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![]( "Brunello Cucinelli turnover grows by 31% in 2021, rising 17% over 2019")
Brunello Cucinelli turnover grows by 31% in 2021, rising 17% over 2019Brunello Cucinelli turnover grows by 31% in 2021, rising 17% over 2019
Italian cashmere specialist Brunello Cucinelli recorded a 2021 revenue of €712 million, up 30.9% over the previous year, and remarkably up 17.2% over 2019.
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![]( "Moncler Genius presents third collaboration with Matthew Williams")
Moncler Genius presents third collaboration with Matthew WilliamsMoncler Genius presents third collaboration with Matthew Williams
The Italian down jacket label has presented the latest iteration of its Genius project, a new collaboration with US designer Matthew Williams, co-founder of the 1017 ALYX 9SM label and...
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![]( "Philipp Plein inks license deal with WorldTime Watches & Jewelry for watches, jewellery collections")
Philipp Plein inks license deal with WorldTime Watches & Jewelry for watches, jewellery collectionsPhilipp Plein inks license deal with WorldTime Watches & Jewelry for watches, jewellery collections
Philipp Plein International AG and WorldTime Watches & Jewelry SA have signed a license deal for the development, production and distribution of Philipp Plein watches and jewellery.
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![]( "Italian leather goods, footwear sectors post dire H1 results")
Italian leather goods, footwear sectors post dire H1 resultsItalian leather goods, footwear sectors post dire H1 results
On the eve of the Mipel and Micam trade shows, data from Confindustra Moda's Research Centre spelled out the severe difficulties faced by the Italian leather goods and footwear industries...
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![]( "Aeffe’s revenue down 25.4% in Q1, net income virtually wiped out")
Aeffe’s revenue down 25.4% in Q1, net income virtually wiped outAeffe’s revenue down 25.4% in Q1, net income virtually wiped out
In Q1 2020, the Italian fashion group posted a revenue of €76.2 million, with net income virtually wiped out and ready-to-wear the hardest hit.
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![]( "Italian menswear show calendar pushed back by few days in January 2021")
Italian menswear show calendar pushed back by few days in January 2021Italian menswear show calendar pushed back by few days in January 2021
The dates of the main January menswear events in Italy will be pushed back by a few days in 2021: Pitti Uomo 99 is scheduled from January 12 to 15 and the Milan Fashion Week Men’s from...
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![]( "Moschino appoints Stefano Secchi as new CEO")
Moschino appoints Stefano Secchi as new CEOMoschino appoints Stefano Secchi as new CEO
Senior management change for Moschino, the Italian label owned by the Aeffe group: Stefano Secchi has been appointed CEO, replacing Gabriele Maggio, who was in charge for over three years.
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![]( "Replay-owner Fashion Box generates €237.9 million revenue in 2018")
Replay-owner Fashion Box generates €237.9 million revenue in 2018Replay-owner Fashion Box generates €237.9 million revenue in 2018
The Italian fashion group, owner of Replay, Replay & Sons and We Are Replay, closed 2018 with revenues for €237.9 million, 85% of which was generated outside Italy, and with EBITDA up 21%.
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![]( "Mediobanca: French groups dominate European fashion, but Italy is holding its own")
Mediobanca: French groups dominate European fashion, but Italy is holding its ownMediobanca: French groups dominate European fashion, but Italy is holding its own
The investment bank’s study showed that, in a sample of leading fashion groups, Italy led for number of companies, while France was top for revenue with €68.4 billion, compared to Italy’s...
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![]( "Fossil Group puts Beth Moeri in charge of its brand portfolio")
Fossil Group puts Beth Moeri in charge of its brand portfolioFossil Group puts Beth Moeri in charge of its brand portfolio
The US watches and accessories specialist announced that Beth Moeri (formerly at Pandora) has joined the group as executive vice president, Portfolio Brands.
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![]( "Moncler's Remo Ruffini on the role of physical retail in the luxury industry")
Moncler's Remo Ruffini on the role of physical retail in the luxury industryMoncler's Remo Ruffini on the role of physical retail in the luxury industry
According to Moncler’s CEO, talking at the Fashion & Luxury Summit in Milan, physical retail will always have a key role, but it must learn to interact with new channels and market segments.