The industry pays tribute to the much-loved designer, whose death was announced on Sunday.

With Tiffany’s LVMH-backed reboot making a splash, Cartier is trying to hit back with its own holiday push. Here’s what the campaign says about the Paris-based jewellery giant’s strategy.

A swift management overhaul, ‘shock and awe’ marketing and new products have contributed to strong momentum since the group acquired the jeweller in January, writes Luca Solca.

LVMH’s decision to pull the plug on the Fenty fashion label it launched with Rihanna only two years ago underscored just how elusive start-up success has been for Europe’s big luxury groups.

The French luxury group plans to overhaul Tiffany & Co’s vast merchandise lineup to focus more on gold and precious gems, revamp the appearance of its stores and boost its presence in Europe and Asia, according to sources.

This week, Lindsay Peoples Wagner returns to New York Magazine’s The Cut, while Tiffany gets an executive shakeup following the completion of its acquisition by LVMH.

As new owner LVMH ushers out members of the old guard, Louis Vuitton’s Anthony Ledru has been named CEO, while Rimowa head Alexandre Arnault will run product and communications.

Alexandre Arnault, chief executive of the LVMH-owned maker of hardshell suitcases, is betting that softening up — and inching toward the hyper-competitive handbag market — will drive growth during this tough time for the travel industry.