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Rio Fairs Hold Steady Amid Market Shifts
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Modest Gains Seen at Rio Fashion Week
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In a robust economy that’s expected to grow by 5 percent this year, Rio de Janeiro’s two biannual fashion…
Daslu Sold for $39M
Laep Investments, a Brazilian private equity fund, has bought the luxury fashion emporium.
Rio Fashion Week Notches Gains
Rio de Janeiro’s two-pronged approach to fashion week rang up double-digit increases for the nation’s fashion…
Brazil’s Boom May Face Challenges
As luxe brands including Giorgio Armani, Burberry and Chanel flock to Brazil, there are some concerns the…
Uptick in Buying at Brazilian Fashion Week Events
Retailers opted for striking styles that many said justified their prices.
Brazil’s Fashion Weeks: Steady She Goes
Organizers of Brazil’s main runway fashion weeks aim to attract visitors with salons and convenient showroom…
Brazil Preps for FNO
Rio de Janeiro — Fashion’s Night Out is taking a two-city approach in Brazil.
Brazilian Fashion Weeks Stay Competitive
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International Trade Shows: Change of Pace
Altering the landscape at Brazil’s biggest fashion fairs.
Daslu’s Tranchesi Released Awaiting Appeal
Eliana Tranchesi, owner of Rio fashion emporium Daslu, was released from prison late Friday while she appeals…