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In response to the devastating wildfires that broke out on January 7 in Los Angeles, various U.S. beauty brands have initiated relief efforts to support the affected areas.
The Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFWO) has announced a support program for international press and buyers for the upcoming Rakuten Fashion Week TOKYO 2025 A/W, scheduled to take place from March 17 to March 22, 2025.
On January 9, Macy’s, the iconic American department store chain, announced the closure of 66 additional stores as part of its “Bold New Chapter” strategy.
On January 9, French luxury brand Givenchy announced the appointment of Benjamin Cercio as its new Global Communications Director.
On January 9, Paris-based fashion brand Y/Project, renowned for its avant-garde designs, announced it would cease operations, marking the end of 14 years of innovative and boundary-pushing creativity in the fashion world.
Italian luxury brand Pucci has announced Portofino, a jewel of the Italian Riviera, as the destination for its upcoming runway show.
On January 7, Spanish textile giant Sociedad Textil Lonia (STL) announced its acquisition of the iconic French fashion brand Christian Lacroix.
On January 2, Carmell, a company specializing in the bio-aesthetics sector, announced that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Elevai Skincare’s skincare and haircare business.
In 2024, the leading figures of France’s luxury industry encountered unprecedented challenges.
On December 23, Saks Global announced the completion of its acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group for a total enterprise value of $2.7 billion.
On December 23, L’Oréal Group has announced an agreement to acquire Gowoonsesang Cosmetics Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Swiss retail group Migros, which includes the South Korean skincare brand Dr.G.
Kering, a leading conglomerate in the luxury industry, is moving forward with plans to bring in external investors for a new entity that will manage approximately €4 billion ($4.2 billion) worth of real estate assets spread across Milan, New York, and Paris.
On January 4, Ralph Lauren, a fashion designer representing the United States, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Biden in a ceremony held at the White House in Washington, D.C.
Emporio Armani has announced that British actor Nicholas Galitzine has been chosen as the new global ambassador for its latest fragrance, Stronger with You Parfum.
On January 1, Rosita Missoni, a designer who symbolized the Italian fashion world, passed away at the age of 93.
Aine1 Joyeria’s jewelry collection embodies the very essence of such jewelry. Each piece, seamlessly combining the sleekness of geometric lines with the organic beauty of nature, reflects the life and vision of its designer, Lucía Medico.
In 2003, the collaboration between Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami marked a groundbreaking moment, seamlessly blending fashion, art, and pop culture.
On December 18, Highsnobiety, a culture platform based in Berlin, announced a new leadership structure.
On December 23, Saks Global announced the completion of its acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group for a total enterprise value of $2.7 billion.
On December 18, Balenciaga opened its first standalone store in Austin, Texas. Located within the mixed-use metropolitan center of The Domain, the store features an extensive selection of the brand’s latest collections, including men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, and accessories.
The Parisian luxury jeweler, Boucheron, has opened its first boutique in Las Vegas, located within the opulent Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
On December 16, Canadian fashion retailer Aritzia opened its new flagship boutique on Fifth Avenue in New York.
Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand SKIMS has opened its first flagship store on New York’s Fifth Avenue.
Jil Sander, under the OTB Group, has announced the launch of its first-ever fine jewelry collection, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s history.
On September 16, the “Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics,” held in Shanghai, China, from August 29 to 31, announced that it had reached a historic milestone with its 30th anniversary edition.
