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Samantha Conti

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The Place Opens on London’s South Molton Street, in the Old Browns Space

The store, owned by Simon Burstein, has moved to the site once occupied by Browns, the luxury retailer his…

Savile Row Tailor Richard James Ready to Relaunch Second Collection in the U.S.

Richard James London, formerly known as Mayfair, will make its U.S. debut at the Chicago Collective with…

Unilever to Intensify Focus on Beauty, Well-being, Personal Care and Strong U.S., India Markets

"Looking ahead, our priorities are clear: more beauty, well-being and personal care," said Fernando…

Kate Middleton Presses St. Andrew’s Art History Degree Into Action at New V&A East Storehouse

The Princess of Wales curated a "mini display" of decorative objects ranging from a Beatrix Potter watercolor…

EXCLUSIVE: Harvey Nichols Unveils Colorful Vision for Knightsbridge Flagship’s Ground Floor

The store is opening the windows that face Knightsbridge and Sloane Street to let in more light, and has…

Does Tatler’s Editor Richard Dennen Have the Hottest Job at Condé Nast?

As he reveals the September cover, Dennen talks about the buzzy newsroom, the golden age of magazines and why…

In an Unlikely Collaboration, Stephen Jones Designs Wacky Hats for British Insurer Hiscox

Jones has designed a trio of styles meant to reflect the trials of small business owners who are forced to…

Britain Is Losing Billions Each Year From the Cancellation of Tax-free Shopping, Campaigners Say

The Association of International Retail wants the U.K. government to create a "world-beating new VAT-free…

Britain Is Losing Billions Each Year From the Cancellation of Tax-free Shopping, Campaigners Say

The Association of International Retail wants the U.K. government to create a "world-beating new VAT-free…

HSBC Heaps Praise on Burberry, Says Focus on Outerwear, Authenticity Is Working

The bank added that Burberry, Coach, Ralph Lauren and Longchamp are "benefiting greatly" from aspirational…

Queen Elizabeth’s Wardrobe, From Birth Through the Jubilee Years, Will Go on Display in London in 2026

The show will open at The King's Gallery next spring and mark the centenary of Queen Elizabeth's birth.

Dior Lucky Pop-up Opens at Harrods With a Shower of Stars and Four-leaf Clovers

Dior is adding a dose of magic to Harrods with its annual summer pop-up featuring the Lucky collection.

With Sales Improving Worldwide, CEO Josh Schulman Is Bullish on the Future of Burberry

"We're taking things step by step, but we are optimistic about the business in general," said Schulman…

Ladurée Unveils New Concept in London’s Burlington Arcade, Marking 20-year Anniversary in U.K.

The French patisserie is also celebrating its big year with the exclusive launch in London of matcha macarons…

Burberry Stems Sales Declines in First Quarter as Schulman’s Strategy Takes Hold

Burberry's stylish ad campaigns, events and hotel takeovers have helped bolster the brand and build sales…