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Agenda-setting intelligence, analysis and advice for the global fashion community.
After multiple delays, Phoebe Philo’s namesake label is set to launch on October 30.
On Saturday, subscribers to Philo’s mailing list received an email confirming the launch date along with a fast-moving GIF of flashing images teasing a glimpse of her creative vision for the label for the first time. Among the images were makeupless faces, close-ups of fabrics, and a model wearing dark shades, chunky silver earrings and a high-reaching knit polo-neck.
Philo, who garnered a loyal fanbase of “Philophiles” as creative director of LVMH-owned house Celine, first announced her new venture in July 2021.
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Phoebe Philo One Step Closer to Launch
Today, the star designer’s new label began registering customers at phobephilo.com, fuelling anticipation amongst her fanbase of ‘Philophiles.’
In partnership with Scott, Audemars Piguet is set to release a limited-edition version of its Royal Oak watch and a capsule collection of co-branded merchandise from the watchmaking house and Cactus Jack Records.
Farfetch’s chief executive José Neves is reportedly conferring with top shareholders, including Richemont and Alibaba, and JP Morgan about delisting the company, The Telegraph reported on Tuesday. A take-private deal could happen imminently as Farfetch’s stock remains under pressure, according to the report. The e-tailer’s share price has plummeted more than 80 percent since its 2018 IPO.
At The Business of Fashion’s VOICES 2023 gathering, Chanel’s global CEO Leena Nair outlined to BoF founder Imran Amed the vision she’s crafted during her first two years leading the iconic brand.
Across its 53-year history, international art fair Art Basel has been quick to innovate, catering to a rapidly developing art market and its customers. Today, it is utilising its expertise to help fashion and luxury do the same.