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Heritage patterns in suits, technical outerwear and creative knitwear seen as key opportunities for fall.
Tod’s Posts Double-Digit Growth in Half
Strong sales at the namesake brand and increased demand for its shoes and bags in America and China boosted…
Marcolin Profits Fall
First-half net profits dropped as the financial crisis in Europe led to a decline in total sales.
Beauty Industry Facing New Paradigm
Core Western markets are weighed down by recession and debt while emerging markets power ahead.
Color and Novelty Take the Spotlight at Pitti Uomo
Industry looks to sustain momentum in the face of economic headwinds.
Men’s Wear’s Growth Expected to Continue Despite Macro-Challenges
Fashion’s late bloomer is in full flower, and it continues to sidestep global economic woes and political…
Yoox Sales Climb
In a statement released after the close of trading in Milan, the company said sales for the year ended Dec…
Luxottica Sales Climb
Company celebrated the end of its 50th birthday year by reporting record sales in 2011.
Italian Firms Weigh In on China Business
Executives see huge growth opportunities in China, but also discuss soaring rents, increasingly knowledgeable…
McArthurGlen Eyes Expansion
Group executives said the company is pushing ahead with plans to open new locations and expand existing ones.
Luxottica Seen Buying Brazilian Firm
Italian eyewear maker is expected to reveal that it is acquiring Brazil’s Grupo Tecnol for an enterprise…
Damiani Cuts Losses
Italian jeweler said Monday it trimmed its first-half net loss to 7.2 million euros from 8.5 million euros.
Globe Shopper City Index Ranks European Cities
In new survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit and tax-refund giant Global Blue, London took first place…
Benetton Sees Net Profit Tumble 33 Percent
Italian firm blames raw material costs and declining sales.
Executives Talk the Future of Italian Fashion
Bankers, executives and entrepreneurs gathered in the headquarters of Milan’s stock exchange for the annual…