Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet acquired a majority stake in Inhotec SA in August to preserve and strengthen the Swiss watchmaking ecosystem and secure its industrial independence.
Month: August 2025
On August 14, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced a partnership with the Paul Smith’s Foundation to offer one emerging American designer a unique year-long creative opportunity in London.
Louis Vuitton will host the exhibition “ANDY WARHOL – SERIAL PORTRAITS” at Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo from Thursday, October 2, 2025, to Sunday, February 15, 2026, showcasing works by the world-renowned Pop Art master Andy Warhol.
Jacopo Venturini is stepping down as chief executive officer of Italian luxury brand Valentino, WWD revealed on Thursday, August 14. His last day in the role was August 13.
Shiseido is implementing a large-scale restructuring in an effort to turn around its US operations.
Van Cleef & Arpels has recently unveiled two new timepieces, paying homage to the “vitality of nature” that has inspired the Maison’s creations since its founding.
On August 13, Canadian apparel giant Gildan Activewear Inc. announced that it has agreed to acquire U.S. innerwear and underwear major HanesBrands Inc. for $2.2 billion in cash and stock.
On August 12, Los Angeles-based luxury eyewear brand Jacques Marie Mage (JMM) opened its new gallery, The Omotesandō-Tokyo Gallery, in Tokyo.
Skims, the U.S.-founded shapewear and lifestyle brand by Kim Kardashian, is making its debut in the Middle East.
Ahead of The Fashion Awards 2025, to be held at London’s Royal Albert Hall on December 1, the BFC and its Principal Partner, jewellery brand Pandora, have announced the launch of a new accolade: the Style Moment of the Year presented by Pandora.








