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Kering to Assume Control of Eyewear Business
French group plans to “evolve” its 20-year partnership with Italy’s Safilo.
Luxottica Reshapes Management Team
Chairman Leonardo Del Vecchio is returning to take on a more active role as the company takes steps to…
Luxottica CEO Said Close to Exit
Shares plunge as reports suggest Andrea Guerra clashed with chairman Leonardo Del Vecchio.
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Marcolin, Catherine Deneuve Extend License
The pact, originally signed with American manufacturer Viva International in 1989, now goes through 2019.
Archibald Optics Lands in U.S.
The Warby Parker competitor plans global expansion.
Vision Quest: Eyewear Focuses on the Future
Sunglasses have joined the ranks of must-have accessories, and makers are capitalizing on demand by offering…
Eyewear Trend: Neutral Zone
This season’s sunglasses look fresh in muted shades of beige, taupe and blush.
In the Mix: Michael Nelson Eyes First Collaboration
The New York-based fair-trade designer has teamed with Selima Optique on a collection of handmade Italian…
Chanel Renews License Agreement With Luxottica
The license is renewable until the end of 2020.
Luxottica Posts 11% Net Gain in Q2
Growth accelerated in the period, which also registered an all-time quarterly record in operating margin and…
Safilo Sets 100 Voluntary Exits
Italian eyewear manufacturer said it “has prevented 1,000 potential redundancies.”
Italia Independent Opens Paris Store
The company has planted its first store in Paris as it ramps up its retail expansion to telegraph the…
Marcolin, Pucci Sign Eyewear License
The first fruits of the collaboration between the two companies will be unveiled next year during the next…
Olivia Palermo, Westward Leaning Team Up
Westward Leaning is betting on Olivia Palermo’s selling power.
Luxottica to Support Bocconi University
The company will finance a program of study grants for five years.