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Sofia Celeste

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Italian Jewelers Hedge With Price Hikes

Some high-end jewelry players said they will diffuse an uncertain outlook for precious metals and stones by…

Louis Vuitton Presents Rome Film Project

The French maison outlined the details of a three-year partnership with Italy’s oldest film school, Centro…

Italian Spinners Crafting Brighter Outlook

A favorable currency exchange and stable raw material prices are boosting yarn makers.

Men’s Wear Goes Soft at Pitti Uomo

Cozy sportswear and soft tailored pieces ruled the show.

European Brands Upbeat on Future Men’s Business

Luxury labels look to creative offerings, expanded categories to sustain momentum.

Stella McCartney Fetes First Store in Rome

It marks the designer's second store in Italy.

Fendi Revs Up With Maserati

The Roman luxury brand feted the global launch of the Maserati GranCabrio Fendi.

Time Crunch at Milan’s Trade Shows

Competition for buyers’ attention was palpable at Milan’s women’s apparel and accessories trade shows last…

Internet Driving Growth in Counterfeits

Italy alone generated about 7 billion euros, or $9.5 billion at current exchange, in sales of counterfeit…

The Measure of a Man

As luxury customers seek personalized products, many find allure in made-to-measure tailoring. And once they…

Damiani Losses Narrow

Company sales rise 24.4 percent.

Marcolin CEO to Step Down

Massimo Saracchi has submitted his resignation due to the expiration of his contract.

Gap to Open Rome Store

Brand hopes to open four new Gap and Banana Republic units in Italy by the end of 2011.

Luxottica Profits Rise 8 Percent

Despite the U.S. dollar’s decline against the euro, firm is “well on track” to reach its full-year…

Pitti W Brands Buoyed by Asian Sales

Brazil also seen as a sales hot spot.