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Samantha Conti

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Andrew Roberts Leaves Burberry for New Role at Global Law Firm Linklaters

Roberts spent the past nine years at Burberry, where he served as senior vice president of corporate…

Human Connections Are Key to a Thriving Business

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Emilia Wickstead Resort 2026: Double Trouble

Emilia Wickstead can't get enough of Alfred Hitchcock, with her latest collection taking its cues from…

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Miu Miu is unveiling its new look in London, where the emphasis will be on "cultural exchange, community and…

Kerry Taylor Auctions to Sell Marianne Faithfull’s Chanel Jacket, Zandra Rhodes’ Princess Diana Dress

Faithfull's Chanel haute couture black satin jacket by Karl Lagerfeld and a white Rhodes dress worn by…

Amy Powney Isn’t Giving Up on Sustainable Fashion

The designer and green fashion advocate has launched Akyn, a collection she describes as a blend of "ethics…

These Weekend Getaways Are Designer-approved

Many creative types head for the countryside or mountains in search of nature, while others prefer a city…

The Grand Tour Is Back. Are You Invited?

Fireworks! Ballgowns! Take-away diamonds! Luxury brands are courting the world's wealthiest like never…

Tiptoeing Around Trump, Fashion Refines Trade War Rhetorical Style

Doing business in the "Art of the Deal" age is tricky, but retail and fashion companies are zeroing in on an…

Harvey Nichols to Refurbish London Flagship, Tighten Operations and Lay Off Staff

The store is focusing on fashion, rather than food, and looking to upgrade its customer service offer.

Pandora Wants to Become the World’s Jeweler, One Charm at a Time

Berta de Pablos-Barbier, Pandora's new chief marketing officer and a former Moët & Chandon executive, is…

Erdem Resort 2026: A Bug’s Life

Erdem Moralioglu looked to the Maria Sibylla Merian, the 17th century German entomologist and botanical…

Fashion Trust Arabia Collections to Hit Harrods’ Shop Floor in July

Fashion, accessories and jewelry collections by four of the most recent winners of the Fashion Trust Arabia…

Unilever Invests 80 Million Pounds in Fragrance Research, Development in the U.K.

The consumer giant plans to build a high-tech hub to create fragrances for everyday products and brands such…

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Richemont's founder and chairman Johann Rupert believes growth comes from customer loyalty, offering value…