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Designer label Genes Lecoanet Hemant opens new store in Delhi
Indo-French designer label Genes Lecoanet Hemant founded by Didier Lecoanet and Hemant Sagar has expanded its retail presence in the Indian market with the launch of its sixth store in Delhi.
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70% of Asian luxury consumers prioritizing craftsmanship over brand, design: Bluebell Group
The fourth volume of the 'Asia Lifestyle Consumer Profile' report, covering consumers across six markets, found that 70% of respondents are prioritizing craftsmanship over brand or design.
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Balmain CEO Jean-Jacques Guevel quits house, in latest departure from Paris maison
Jean-Jacques Guevel, who has helmed Balmain as CEO for the past four years, is leaving the house, in the latest departure by a senior executive from the Paris-based maison.
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One Infinite's bridal showcase presents Sakshi Bhati, Arvind Ampula, and Varun Chakkilam at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI
One Infinite group showcased its curated selection of up-and-coming designers on the runway at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India with Sakshi Bhati, Arvind Ampula, and Varun Chakkilam.
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Nirmooha explores identity through hand embroidery and botanical imagery at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI
Designer Prreeti Jaiin Nainutia’s label Nirmooha presented ‘Ekatra’ as a pensive, abstract, and versatile men’s and womenswear collection at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India.
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Christian Dior appoints Nicolas Baretzki as sales director
The luxury house owned by LVMH has recruited the former CEO of Montblanc to take up the new post of deputy managing director in charge of commercial activities.
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Sejal Kamdar weaves a tapestry of Ajrakh textiles at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI
Eponymous designer Sejal Kamdar presented a marine inspired collection titled ‘Costal Whispers’ at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI in Mumbai and highlighted traditional Ajrakh textiles.
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Deme by Gabriella Demetriades and Ranna Gill get inspired by romance and nature at Lakmé Fashion Week
Womenswear brands Deme by Gabriella Demetriades and Ranna Gill each explored romance and femininity in their joint showcase at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India in Mumbai.
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Timex partners with India Beach Fashion Week
Timex, a global watch brand has come onboard as the title sponsor for the 10th edition of India Beach Fashion Week (IBFW).
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Gucci dedicates a documentary to Sabato De Sarno for the launch of his first collection
Kering's flagship label is celebrating Gucci Ancora, the first collection designed by Sabato De Sarno, with a series of initiatives including a documentary dedicated to its creative director.
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Aikeyah, Essé, and Shahin Mannan open day three of Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI
Brands Aikeyah, Essé, and Shahin Mannan opened day three of Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India with a showcase that celebrated heritage crafts and the possibilities of patterns.
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Itrh explores ancient Egypt with a modern lens at Lakmé Fashion Week x FDCI
Itrh looked to ancient Egypt for its runway presentation named ‘Ankh’ on day three at Lakmé Fashion Week x Fashion Design Council of India in Mumbai.
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Charu & Vasundhara to make Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI debut with ‘Azura’ collection
The mother-daughter designer duo Charu Kotia and Vasundhara Kotia will make their debut at Lakme Fashion Week x FDCI by showcasing ‘Azura’ collection on March 17 in Mumbai.
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Italy's Cucinelli posts 39% jump in 2023 EBIT, confirms guidance
Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli said on Thursday its operating profit rose 39.4% last year and it confirmed its expectations for sales growth of around 10% in 2024.
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Aeffe widens its losses in 2023
Penalised by the reorganisation of its flagship brand Moschino, the Italian group is forecasting a loss of €32 million in 2023, compared with €9 million in 2022, while sales are down 9.4% at €319 million.
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Glenn Martens photographs family and friends to celebrate his tenth year in charge at Y/Project
After 10 years in charge of Y/Project, the Belgian designer has unveiled his new collection via an exceptional photoshoot featuring musicians Tyga, Kanye West and Charli XCX, top model Irina Shayk, and Olivier Zahm.
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