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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.
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.
Hermès has opened its 25th leather goods workshop in Loupes, Gironde, near Bordeaux, France.
On April 13, the German fashion brand BOSS announced that it will become the official lifestyle outfitter of the Australian Open starting in 2027.
U.S. luxury department store group Saks Global has entered the final stage of its restructuring process. As the company moves toward exiting Chapter 11 this summer, it has secured $500 million in exit financing and filed its reorganization plan with the court, offering a clearer view of its path forward.
On April 7, Levi Strauss & Co. reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 1, 2026. Net revenues, margins, and EPS all exceeded guidance, and the company raised its full-year outlook.
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The beauty industry giant The Estée Lauder Companies has stepped into a new phase of transformation.
On April 9, it was revealed that Stefano Gabbana, co-founder of the Italian luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana, had stepped down from his role as chairman. The resignation reportedly took place in…
On April 8, U.S.-based luxury streetwear brand Fear of God announced a major organizational restructuring.
Spanish beauty group Puig has appointed Renaud de Lesquen as president of its flagship brand Rabanne.
On April 8, New York-based luxury brand Altuzarra announced the appointment of Marta Lastra as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
Italian designer Adriano Goldschmied, known as the “Godfather of Denim,” passed away at dawn on April 5 at a hospital in Castelfranco Veneto, Italy. He was 82 years old, following a prolonged battle with cancer.
On April 6, Paris-based diamond jewelry maison Messika announced the appointment of actress Kiko Mizuhara as its new maison ambassador.
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On February 9, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced the launch of the CFDA & OpenAI Innovation Hub, a new initiative established in partnership with OpenAI.
On February 4, Osmo, a digital fragrance design company, announced that it has completed a $70 million Series B funding round.
On January 27, Phia, an AI shopping agent co-founded by Phoebe Gates, the daughter of Bill Gates, announced that it has raised $35 million in a Series A round, valuing the company at $185 million.
The world’s largest retail industry conference, NRF Retail’s Big Show 2026, has opened in New York. On the first day, the world’s largest luxury group, LVMH, took the stage under the theme “The Fusion of Craft and Intelligence,” presenting its vision for luxury in the age of AI—not as a set of tactics, but as a guiding philosophy.
On December 10, Shopify, one of the world’s largest independent e-commerce platforms, announced the launch of Shopify Agentic Storefronts, a new solution designed to enable next-generation shopping experiences on AI platforms.
On March 17, San Francisco-based startup Rubi announced that it has raised $7.5 million in funding and secured multi-year offtake agreements worth over $60 million with leading fashion brands and manufacturers.
