LVMH-Backed L Catterton Agrees to Buy Majority Stake in Kiko
The private equity fund has entered into a definitive deal with the Percassi family, which will retain a “significant stake” in the business.
Manolo Blahnik
Manolo Blahnik Returns to Paris
The footwear designer is opening his first free-standing store in Paris and is eyeing Asia for future growth with new boutiques in Tokyo and Taipei.
Manolo Blahnik Bets on Men’s Shoes
The footwear designer is opening his first men’s boutique in London’s Burlington Arcade and aims to make men’s shoes 20 percent of the business.
Announcing Manolo Blahnik, Highsnobiety and Kendal & Partners
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Top 10 Influential Retailers Off Fashion’s Beaten Path
BoF identifies the multi-brand boutiques making waves in markets far beyond the world’s fashion capitals.
Colin's Column | Manolo Blahnik's Marvellous Stories
In his latest column, Colin McDowell sits down with the elegant, entertaining and inimitable Manolo Blahnik, who has built his eponymous shoe company into one of the world's most successful footwear brands.
Manolo Blahnik Women’s Wingtips Seen Curbing Shoe Slump
NEW YORK, United States — Wingtips aren't just for men anymore.
Manolo Blahnik
" Manolo Blahnik glares out a window of his high-rise headquarters just off the King's Road in Chelsea at the Holiday Inn across the way. 'If there
Week in Review | Toxic Chemicals in Fashion, Content and Commerce Integration, Amazing Grace
Op-Ed | Toxic Chemicals in Clothing Make All of Us Fashion Victims (Opinion) "Nobody wants to be a fashion victim. Desperately chasing the
Manolo's legacy, Arcadia profits up, Luxury survival, Fifth Avenue rent, Fashion legend
Manolo Blahnik: 'There is nothing charming about a woman who cannot walk in her shoes' (Guardian) "The tremendously satisfying thing about Manolo
Versace returns to profit, Shoptiques' pull, Quincy conquers sizing, Manolo in Bath, H&M luxury?
Versace upbeat after return to profits (FT) "Gianni Versace, the Italian fashion house known for its high-wattage glamour, has returned to profit
Stella's drive, Cucinelli upbeat ahead of IPO, Gucci's depth, Menswear charms, Shoe sculptor
What Drives Stella McCartney (NYT) "She may be one of the most interesting designers in the world today, but when she started out, the fashion world
A man's world, Luxury business education, Bloomberg luxe mag, Miller's Oath, Manolo moment
His not hers (FT) "It's a man's world where luxury goods are concerned. At least judging by recent moves from two of fashion's biggest players: in
Company Snapshot
The Spanish footwear designer has become a household name for his classically beautiful, elegant stiletto heels.
The News in Brief
Zara Re-Enters Venezuelan Market
The company confirmed in January that it planned to restart activities in Venezuela in the first half of 2024 with local partner Grupo Futura.
EU Hits Fast-Fashion Giant Shein With New Digital Rules
The move means Shein could be liable for fines of as much as 6 percent of global revenue for violating the law, designed to curtail the spread of illegal content online.
Shares of Versace Owner Capri Seen Falling 30% If Deal With Coach Owner Tapestry Fails
Since the merger announcement, Capri has reported weaker-than-forecast earnings twice, spurring concern about its performance in the coming quarters.
Celine Adds To Fragrance Line-Up
The new scent, Zouzou, is the fashion house’s first new perfume since 2022.
Unilever Sales Rise More Than Expected, Led by Beauty
Unilever Plc sales jumped more than expected in the first quarter as Chief Executive Officer Hein Schumacher pushes ahead with his turnaround plan and shoppers come back to premium brands.
Biden Signs Possible TikTok Ban Into Law; ByteDance Vows Legal Challenge
President Biden signed the bill that gives China-based ByteDance 270 days to divest TikTok’s US assets or face a ban.
Google Postpones Phasing Out of Ad Cookies in Chrome Browser
The Alphabet Inc. company said in a blog post Tuesday that it’s still working with the ad industry and regulators on the plan.