The Business of Fashion

Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.

Gucci Cancels Runway Show in Seoul Following Stampede Tragedy

A model walks down the Gucci cruise runway in a black and white swirl dress with a handbag in their left hand. — A look from Alessandro Michele's "Cosmogenie" collection first shown in Puglia in May, 2022. (Gucci)

Robert Williams

31 October 2022

A show for Gucci’s “Cosmogenie” cruise collection that was set to take place Tuesday at Seoul’s Gyeongbokgung Palace has been cancelled following a lethal stampede Saturday night. South Korea is in a period of national mourning after more than 150 people were killed amid rushing crowds during a Halloween celebration in the capital city’s Itaewon district.

“Our hearts are filled with grief for those who lost their lives or were injured,” the Italian brand said in a statement.

Gucci first revealed the cruise collection by designer Alessandro Michele at the Castel del Monte in Puglia, Italy in May. Rescheduling the runway show will not be possible, a company source said, but discussions are ongoing with the Korean Cultural Heritage Administration to explore partnering with the landmark venue at a later date.

About the author

Robert Williams

Robert Williams is Luxury Editor at the Business of Fashion. He is based in Paris and drives BoF’s coverage of the dynamic luxury fashion sector.

In This Article

Topics

Luxury

Armani 'Doesn’t Rule Out' Merger or IPO In Succession Plan

After preserving his fashion empire’s independence for decades, the 89 year-old designer is taking a more open stance to M&A.

Luxury Bargain Hunters Head to Japan as Weak Yen Brings Big Discounts

The sharp fall in the yen, combined with a number of premium brands not adjusting their prices to reflect the change, has created a rare opportunity to grab luxe goods at a discount.

Fashion and Design Collide at Salone Del Mobile

Fashion’s presence at Milan Design Week grew even bigger this year. Savvy activations by brands including Hermès, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Loewe and Prada showed how Salone has become a ‘critical petri dish for dalliances between design and fashion,’ Dan Thawley reports.

Jean Paul Gaultier to Collaborate With Shayne Oliver

The Hood By Air co-founder’s ready-to-wear capsule for the Paris-based perfume and fashion house will be timed to coincide with the Met Gala in New York.