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Samantha Conti

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Boxing Day Footfall Rises in the U.K., but It’s Still Unclear Where, and How Much, People Spent

British shoppers piled into high streets, shopping centers and out-of-town retail parks on Dec. 26, but…

Kate Middleton Wears Favorite Blazé Milano Coat to Royals’ Christmas Day Service at Sandringham

The Princess of Wales wore a brown and black windowpane check coat from the Italian label while fellow family…

Esi Eggleston Bracey, Unilever’s Chief Growth and Marketing Officer, Is Leaving the Company

Eggleston Bracey is exiting as part of a wider restructuring and will be replaced by Leandro Barreto, who is…

Antony Price, British Designer and Fan of Yokohama Chickens, Dies at 80

"He was one of a kind, and his tailoring was second to none. He was so exacting and precise. You immediately…

Issey Miyake Said Taking Over Matches Town House on London’s Carlos Place

According to industry sources, the Japanese brand will move into luxury Mayfair town house, formerly occupied…

Giacometti’s Buttons for Elsa Schiaparelli Outstrip Expectations at Auction

The two buttons showing a naked woman raising her arms in the air were sold at Bonhams Modern Decorative Art…

Emilie Marsh Named Chief Marketing Officer of London Diamond Jeweler Jessica McCormack

Marsh, who was formerly at Tiffany & Co. in Paris, will support the business as it expands…

Delphine Arnault on Jonathan Anderson’s Big Year

"I work with him almost every day, we talk a lot and he really impresses me," said Dior's chairman and CEO in…

In Tough Times, Brands Romance Chinese Consumers With Culture, Fine Dining and New Experiences

"When a brand fosters a sense of belonging and builds a genuine community, consumers don't just notice the…

Jonathan Anderson Takes a Gamble on London’s Pimlico Road With New Homeware Flagship

The new JW Anderson store is a temple of craft and comfort, from the delicate, sculptural sconces by British…

CEO Talks: Hannah Colman of Jimmy Choo on Starting at the Bottom, Growth and Plans Under Capri

Colman, one of the company's first employees, discusses staying power, delving deeper into customers' closets…

Lady Glenconner, Nancy Astor Jewels Fly Out of Bonhams at London Sale

The antique diamond star tiara that Lady Glenconner wore for state banquets and royal tours sold for more…

Nick Knight Marks 25 Years of ShowStudio, Shooting 3D Film With Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses

The film, which features Anok Yai, Naomi Campbell, Mona Tougaard, Susie Cave and Xiao Wen Ju, will be…

Jessica Diner, Veronika Ullmer Join CGC Leadership Team

Both will work alongside the beauty and talent agency's founder Clare Goodwin to accelerate growth in the…

Roberto Menichetti Becomes Creative Director of Turnbull & Asser

Menichetti, who has worked for brands including Burberry, Jil Sander and Celine, will oversee bespoke…