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Samsonite Acquires Hartmann
The Hong Kong-based firm on Thursday bought the high-end luggage and leather goods company for $35 million.
Bric’s Fetes 60th Anniversary
Called Life 60°, the limited-edition travel pieces and bags hit stores in late July.
MCM Eyes Southeast Asia
The Korean-owned brand is also planning to expand in Europe and the U.S.
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Will Leather Goods to Expand to Japan
The company has signed a distribution deal in Japan with Yamatwo Ltd.
Hermès Puts the Spotlight on Leather
The brand has unveiled its "Leather Forever" exhibition at Mayfair gallery 6 Burlington Gardens.
LVMH Acquires French Tannery
Firm supplies supple calf leather to brands including Loewe and Celine.
Seems Like Old Times: Young Designers Embrace Leather Crafting
Three Parisian accessories labels are tapping artisans to help produce their luxury lines, using venerable…
Leather Makers Go Up Market
Move driven by higher labor and material costs.
Italian Leathers Capitalize at Mipel
Exhibitors at the trade fair battled a dour economy by showing off fantasy, newness and remarkable…
Randa Rival for Swank Buy Out of Picture
Unidentified party came forward during 35-day “go-shop” period.
Gucci Unveils Special Items for Korea
To commemorate its renovated Seoul flagship, it has created a one-of-a-kind crocodile bamboo bag and a…
Rodo Opens Boutique in Milan
The store is a sleek backdrop for the brand's handmade and artfully crafted bags and shoes.
Cerre Eyes More Retail
The five-year-old Los Angeles-based leather apparel and accessories brand has opened a store at 8920 Melrose…
Bernard Arnault Revives Trunk Maker Moynat
On Saturday, the doors are slated to open on a 2,150-square-foot Parisian boutique for the heritage brand…
Stormy Time at APLF Show
Exhibition contends with typhoon and slow business.