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.
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Sonia Rykiel Bidders Revealed
The three bidders are former Balmain Chief Executive Emmanuel Diemoz; a Paris-based family operating in the real estate and medical sectors; and a Chinese investor.
Julie de Libran Debuts Dress Collection
The outgoing Sonia Rykiel designer is selling the 20-style range via her own e-commerce site and MatchesFashion.com.
Does Chanel Need a Change Agent?
Following the death of Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel named former studio director Virginie Viard his successor in a bid for continuity. But the world’s most popular luxury megabrand may need to disrupt itself to stay on top.
Sonia Rykiel Seeks Bankruptcy Protection in France, Liquidates in the US
The ailing French fashion brand has been granted two-months of protection by a French commercial court after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the US on April 16.
The Mall Is Making a Comeback. But Will Anyone Actually Shop There?
The new rules for retail are on full display at Hudson Yards. But will fine dining, expensive public art and luxury concept stores be enough to stave off the brick-and-mortar retail apocalypse?
Julie de Libran in Dispute With Sonia Rykiel Owners
The designer, whose exit was announced on Monday, said that owners First Heritage Brands are in breach of contract. A representative for the company said she resigned.
Power Moves | Ralph & Russo Appoints Chief Growth Officer, Julie de Libran Exits Sonia Rykiel
This week, Ralph & Russo names Helen David as chief growth officer, while Sonia Rykiel creative director departs.
What the Fashion World Is Saying About the Passing of Karl Lagerfeld
The industry remembers the beloved designer, whose death was announced on Tuesday morning.
Sonia Rykiel Takes to the Street
For its 50th anniversary, the brand embraced the lyricism of city life on a street named after the founding designer, showing signatures of the house successfully updated by Julie de Libran.
The Seductive Conviction of Sonia Rykiel
Julie de Libran celebrated the brand's 50th anniversary by glossing its essence with something grander.
In Paris, Few Break Free From Comfort Zone
While even Rei Kawakubo and Rick Owens seemed to stay in their creative comfort zones, Undercover and Y-Project emerged as winners of the week.
Sonia Rykiel's Greatest Hits
The show, which celebrated the designer's 50-year anniversary, will long be remembered.
Company Snapshot
The former Louis Vuitton and Prada womenswear designer’s legacy also includes bringing sophistication to Sonia Rykiel.
The News in Brief
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.
Sales at Italy’s Moncler Up 16% in First Quarter Boosted by China
Overall revenues for the three months through March totalled 818 million euros ($874 million), above a company-provided analyst consensus of 786 million euros.
PZ Cussons to Sell St Tropez, May Exit Africa
Embattled by weak demand and currency issues in Nigeria, the company is looking to slim down in order to return to growth.
EU Parliament Approves New Business Supply Chain Audit Law
EU lawmakers backed the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive by 374 votes to 235 against, with 19 abstentions.