Peserico Expands Its Fragrance Universe
Italian luxury label Peserico is launching its first fragrance collection, a trio of scents plus a scented water, created in partnership with perfumer Caterina Roncati, founder of Strega del Castello. The line—Aurora Nobile, Luce Sublime, Tramonto Ambrato and Luce Sublime scented water—aims to translate the brand’s sartorial DNA into olfactory experiences for three moments of the day. Roncati brings niche‑house expertise, blending citrus, marine, amber and floral accords to mirror the label’s heritage. The launch marks Peserico’s expansion from womenswear into the high‑end perfume market.
Easter Shift Skews April Retail Footfall, Bigger Picture Is Weak
April retail footfall in the UK rose 2% month‑on‑month, buoyed by good weather, bank holidays and events such as the London Marathon. However, year‑on‑year figures fell 1.9% overall, with high streets down 1.8% and shopping centres down 2.4%. BRC‑Sensormatic reported...
'The Devil Wears Prada'- And Carries Alameda Turquesa Handbags
Portuguese label Alameda Turquesa, founded by sisters Ana and Carolina Santos, secured product placement in the upcoming film "The Devil Wears Prada 2," with its handbags and mules appearing on screen. The brand's shoes were so popular that Meryl Streep and...
Belstaff Launches New Drop with Represent, Signs for Outlet Store at Dalton Park
Represent has launched its second collaboration with British heritage label Belstaff on May 13, delivering a capsule that fuses streetwear flair with the motorcycle‑inspired DNA of Belstaff. Central pieces include a reworked 1990s high‑performance leather jacket and trousers, plus a...
Paula's Choice Boosts India Presence with Tira Beauty Launch
Paula's Choice, the Seattle‑based skincare line owned by Unilever, is expanding its Indian footprint by launching on Reliance Retail’s omni‑channel platform Tira. The partnership gives the brand presence across both digital storefronts and select brick‑and‑mortar locations, debuting with three flagship...
Europe’s Worst Earnings Are Coming From Luxury and Auto Sectors
The MSCI Europe consumer‑discretionary index saw earnings per share tumble more than 12% in Q1, far worse than the 2.4% decline analysts had penciled in, while the broader MSCI Europe index posted a 5.7% gain. Luxury powerhouses such as LVMH,...
Atelier Ninety Five Enters Physical Retail for First Time with Selfridges Launch
Atelier Ninety Five, a premium‑priced label, opened its first physical retail space inside Selfridges, marking a significant milestone for the brand. The department‑store edit showcases a curated selection from the SS26 collection, highlighting structured tailoring, sculptural jersey and the brand’s...
Prada Has a Devil of a Dilemma, but so Does India
Prada launched a limited‑edition sandal line in India, claiming inspiration from the traditional Kolhapuri chappal. The collection, priced around $900 per pair, was developed with state‑backed bodies and includes a three‑year artisan training program. Critics argue the high price and...
Brochu Walker to Open First International Flagship in Seoul
Brochu Walker, the California‑based quiet‑luxury label, will launch its first international flagship in Seoul’s upscale Gangnam District on July 18, 2026. The five‑story, 7,100‑square‑foot space will feature two retail floors, a private VIP suite, and a design palette of Italian...
Boss Launches Summer Club Pop-Up with Miami's Soho House
Hugo Boss unveiled its Summer Resort 2026 line with a two‑week "Boss Summer Club" pop‑up at Miami Pool House, followed by exclusive events at Soho Beach House Miami from May 14‑31. The activation blends fashion, music, wellness and dining, showcasing lightweight tailoring, linen...
Kith Unveils Redesigned West Hollywood Flagship, Debuts Ronnie’s Pronto
Kith has reopened its West Hollywood flagship on Sunset and La Cienega, expanding from the lower level to the ground floor with a complete façade and interior overhaul. Designed with architect Ben Porto, the store now features distinct rooms for...
Foreo Embarks on a New Chapter in Spain Under the Leadership of Its New General Manager
Foreo, the Swedish beauty‑tech firm, has appointed Boris Raspudic as general manager for Spain, aiming to boost brand recognition and expand its omni‑channel retail footprint. Raspudic, who previously led the UK and Ireland markets, will focus on in‑store discovery and...
Timex Launches New 'Atelier' Brand
Timex Group unveiled its new Atelier line, debuting two high‑end models—the Marine M1a and the GMT24 M1a. Both watches feature Swiss automatic movements, skeletonised stainless‑steel cases, double‑curved sapphire crystals and premium straps. The launch underscores Timex’s shift toward luxury‑focused collections...
Andrew Bordin Becomes Gas Chairman and Majority Shareholder with a 70% Stake
Andrew Bordin, a Toronto‑based entrepreneur, has taken a 70% stake in denim label Gas through Bordin Holding, becoming chairman and majority shareholder. The acquisition follows the appointment of Romolo D'Orazio as general manager, signaling a fresh strategic push to revitalize...
Pitti Uomo 110 to Showcase over 720 Menswear Brands in June
Pitti Uomo 110, the premier men’s fashion trade fair, will feature over 720 brands in June 2026 in Florence. The edition highlights a mix of established houses and emerging designers, with new sections like Outopia and a revived Hi Beauty perfumery...
Amazon Opens Its Logistics Network to Brick-and-Mortar Retailers
Amazon announced that its Supply Chain Services will now sell access to its extensive logistics network to brick‑and‑mortar retailers. The offering includes a multimodal fleet of over 80,000 trailers, 24,000 containers and more than 100 aircraft, plus AI‑driven demand forecasting...
2025 UK Retail Space Reduction Was First in Many Decades - Report
UK retail space contracted for the first time in decades, with a net loss of 800,000 square feet in 2025, according to CoStar data. Early 2026 saw an additional 700,000 square feet disappear, accelerating the downward trend. New retail development...
Salomon Further Strengthens Its Ranks with Talent From New Horizons
Salomon, the Amer Sports‑owned outdoor brand, announced three senior hires to accelerate its shift toward a broader lifestyle positioning. Valérie Loh joins as senior vice‑president of brand and marketing, bringing luxury experience from Moncler, Bottega Veneta and Dior. Olivier Benon is appointed director...
Target Seeks to Tighten Dress Code in Growth Push
Target will enforce a new summer dress code—denim or khakis with plain red shirts—aimed at projecting a consistent brand image as part of its turnaround under CEO Michael Fiddelke. The policy arrives after 13 straight quarters of flat or declining...
Three Exhibitions at the Crossroads of Fashion and Contemporary Creative Practice
Three major fashion‑focused exhibitions open in France this spring‑summer 2026. The Musée Christian Dior in Granville presents “In Search of the Colours of Childhood,” running April 4‑Nov 1 and showcasing about 250 dresses, perfumes, photographs and archives that trace Dior’s early influences....
Impairment Charges Drag Douglas Deep Into the Red, Forecast Lowered
Douglas, the German‑based perfumery chain, posted a Q2 net loss in the high double‑digit to low triple‑digit million‑euro range, driven by sizable impairment charges on its French operations, the Parfumdreams e‑shop and luxury arm Niche Beauty. Sales rose modestly 1.1%...
Petit Bateau Takes Centre Stage with Paris Opera for Movement-Inspired Capsule Collection
Petit Bateau, the historic French apparel brand, has launched its first collaboration with a cultural institution, partnering with the Paris Opera to create a movement‑inspired capsule collection. The line features ballet‑influenced pieces such as a tulle skirt, wrap cardigan and leggings,...
Coty's Perfume Business Takes Another Knock with David Beckham Fragrance Lawsuit
Coty Inc. is facing two lawsuits alleging it allowed David Beckham and Nautica fragrances to be sold through unapproved distributors, including gas stations. The legal challenges arrive as Coty's fragrance business contracts, with the loss of the lucrative Gucci license...
Guess Launches Two New Fragrances with Brand Activation on Lake Como
Guess introduced two new fragrances, Iconic Sublime and Iconic Blue, expanding its Iconic line. To showcase them, the brand staged an immersive brand activation aboard the restored Concordia steamship on Lake Como from April 30 to May 6. The experience reimagined the...
Burgundy Brand Collective Acquires Multi-Brand Luxury Fashion House Le Mill
Burgundy Brand Collective (BBCo) has acquired the multi‑brand luxury retailer Le Mill, taking ownership and operational control while its French founders remain strategic advisors. Le Mill, known for introducing global labels such as Saint Laurent, Loewe and Chloé to India, also pioneered WhatsApp...
Adolfo Domínguez: From Rejuvenating Its Customer Base to "Confidence to Face the Future" Following a Solid Financial Year
Adolfo Domínguez reported a solid fiscal year driven by aggressive internationalisation and a successful push to attract younger shoppers. Customers aged 18‑24 now account for 36% of purchases, a four‑fold increase, while the 25‑34 segment doubled. The brand’s new Ilia Topuria‑led campaign...
Rhode Bolsters Global Distribution with Sephora Europe Rollout
Rhode, the Hailey Rhode Bieber‑led skincare brand, is rolling out its curated line across Sephora stores in more than 20 European countries starting September. The partnership leverages Sephora’s extensive retail footprint to bring Rhode’s skin‑focused products and Peptide lip line...
Prada Group Revenue Grows 14% in Q1 to €1.43 Billion, Driven by Americas, APAC
Prada Group posted Q1 revenue of €1.43 billion (≈ $1.56 billion), a 14% year‑on‑year increase, driven by strong full‑price sales and a 34% surge in the Americas. Miu Miu added 2% retail growth despite a tough comparison base, while Versace contributed €143 million (≈ $156 million) in...
From Jordan to Vuitton, the Counterfeit Market Has Grown More Agile
Entrupy authenticated more than $3.7 billion of products in 2025, with $3.34 billion tied to luxury, footwear and ready‑to‑wear items and $294 million identified as counterfeit. The report flags clothing and fashion accessories as the most counterfeited categories, noting that counterfeiters can replicate...
Vivienne Westwood and CLO Launch Competition Straddling Fashion and Virtual Design
Vivienne Westwood has partnered with CLO Virtual Fashion to launch the “Cut, Slash and Corset” global 3D design competition, hosted on Connect and powered by Epic Games’ Unreal Engine. Participants must create a digital outfit using CLO or Marvelous Designer,...
Zegna Group Reports First-Quarter Revenue of €470 Million, up 7%
Zegna Group posted first‑quarter revenue of €470 million (about $512 million), a 7% increase year‑over‑year. Direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) sales, which represent 85% of branded revenue, climbed 14.2% to €371.9 million ($405 million) on a constant‑currency basis. All three brands delivered strong organic growth, with the...
La Roche-Posay, Vichy, and L’Oréal Ramp up Athlete-Led Campaigns
La Roche‑Posay, Vichy and L’Oréal are intensifying athlete‑led marketing, each signing a high‑profile sports figure as global ambassador. La Roche‑Posay unveiled a “Shadow Sponsor” campaign with tennis star Jannik Sinner, using his shadow to cue sun‑protection habits. Vichy tapped PSG...
Q1 Lyst Index: Blazy, Demna and Anderson Drive Chanel, Gucci, and Dior Higher
Lyst unveiled its evolved Q1 Index, built on the Desire, Demand and Discovery framework that incorporates AI‑driven search and creator ecosystems. Chanel surged to the top spot and entered the Top 20 for the first time, while Saint Laurent, Dior and Miu Miu...
Hoff Appoints Nicolas De Ros Wallace as Its New Chief Executive
Hoff, the Spanish digitally native footwear brand founded in 2017, has appointed Nicolas De Ros Wallace as chief executive. De Ros Wallace arrives after senior roles at Inditex, Nike’s Jordan Brand, and as CEO of Canyon Bicycles. The company posted €66 million (≈$72 million) revenue in...
Gold Loses Lustre on Middle East War
Gold prices surged to a record‑near $5,600 per ounce in January but fell back to an average of $4,873 per ounce in the first quarter, as the World Gold Council reported a 5% drop in investment volumes. Heavy outflows in...
Ganni CEO Exits, Interim Chief Steps In
Ganni’s CEO Laura du Rusquec departed after a two‑year tenure, prompting the board to appoint seasoned retail executive Hans Hoegstedt as interim chief. The Danish label, backed by L Catterton, has been accelerating its shift toward luxury, highlighted by a Paris Fashion...
Banana Moon Banks on Pop-Ups to Roll Out Its Colourful Swimwear Range
Banana Moon, the Monaco‑based swimwear label, is expanding its colourful range through agile pop‑up stores, leveraging a network of over 2,500 retailers and 40 own points of sale. The brand keeps production in the Mediterranean, prioritising European, especially Italian, materials and...
EU Votes on Controversial Legislation on Hazardous Substances Used in Cosmetics
The European Parliament is set to vote on the Omnibus VI proposal, which lengthens the deadline for cosmetics manufacturers to remove carcinogenic, mutagenic or reproductive‑toxic (CMR) substances from the EU market. Under the new text, companies will have roughly 2.5 years to...
Warpaint London Navigates Tough 2025 and Q1 2026, but Rest of Year Looks Stronger
Warpaint London reported FY 2025 revenue of £105.1 million (≈$133 million), up 3% year‑on‑year, and gross profit margin improved to 42.6% from 41.2%. Adjusted EBITDA fell 15% to £21.3 million (≈$27 million) and profit before tax dropped 24% to £18.1 million (≈$23 million), reflecting a tough trading...
Psycho Bunny, Ray-Ban, Tommy Hilfiger Tap Miami Grand Prix Momentum
Fashion brands are capitalizing on the Miami Grand Prix to launch limited‑edition collections that blend motorsport heritage with the city’s vibrant aesthetic. Psycho Bunny returns as an official event supporter, unveiling a Davi Augusto‑illustrated T‑shirt and retail takeovers in Miami stores. Ray‑Ban,...
Bed Bath & Beyond Names Kyla Robinson Chief Technology Transformation Officer
Bed Bath & Beyond has appointed Kyla Robinson as chief technology transformation officer, reporting to President Amy Sullivan. Robinson will lead the development of a unified technology and data platform that connects the retailer’s omnichannel retail, home services, financial products,...
Arche Capitalises on French Manufacturing to Drive Growth
Arche has unified its two French production lines into a single 4,000 sq m workshop, accelerating prototype development and cost assessment. The brand trimmed its Autumn/Winter 26/27 collection to 110 styles while adding 45 new items per season, driving a 7% rise in...
China’s Anta Mounts India Comeback as Bilateral Ties Improve
Chinese sportswear maker Anta Sports is re‑entering India with a rollout of ten stores slated for completion by March 2027. The stores, operated by local partner Brandman Retail, will price apparel at about $85 and footwear at $95‑$108, targeting the premium...
The Children’s Place Re-Enters Saudi Arabia
The Children’s Place announced a re‑entry into Saudi Arabia through a strategic partnership with Al Othaim Life Company. The agreement designates Al Othaim as the official operating partner, with a flagship Riyadh store planned for later 2026 as the first phase of...
Uniqlo Continues Expansion in France, Announcing New Store in Cannes
Uniqlo will open a 610‑square‑metre flagship on Rue d’Antibes in Cannes, bringing its French store count to 31. The new location features an indoor garden and will employ about 45 staff, reinforcing the brand’s LifeWear concept in a high‑spending tourist...
Retail Success Driven by by Storytelling, Experience and Community, Not Price - Report
Cushman & Wakefield’s ‘Voices of Retail’ report finds independent stores that invest in brand storytelling, in‑store experience and local sourcing are out‑performing price‑driven rivals. Seventy‑one percent of independents are stable or growing, and 96% of shoppers want more independents, willing to spend...
Adidas Expects a Solid Start to the Year Despite Ongoing Crises
Adidas projects a solid start to 2026, with currency‑adjusted revenue rising by a high single‑digit percentage, equivalent to about $2.2 billion over the prior year. Operating profit is slated to climb to roughly $2.5 billion, though tariffs and currency effects could shave...
Moynat Opens at 3 Via Monte Napoleone, Milan
Moynat, the historic Parisian trunk maker founded in 1849, opened its first directly‑operated boutique in Italy at 3 Via Monte Napoleone, Milan. The store debuted during Milano Design Week with installations by Hall Haus, Marianna Ladreyt and Michael Samuels that reinterpret the brand’s iconic...
LVMH Prize Announces Its Nine Finalists
The LVMH Prize has announced its nine finalists for the 2026 competition. The award includes a €400,000 ($435,000) grant and a year of mentorship, with additional €200,000 ($217,000) Karl Lagerfeld and Savoir‑Faire prizes. The cohort features three women and six men...
Alexandra Miro Debuts Notting Hill Residency with Design-Led Pop-Up Concept Store
Luxury resortwear label Alexandra Miro has opened its first signature pop‑up concept store on Ledbury Road in Notting Hill, operating through July 19. The space, created with design studio Nahorniak, embodies a “Feminine Monumentality” aesthetic that fuses intersecting planes, sculptural apertures,...