FTC is preparing lawsuit to block Tapestry’s purchase of Capri

By Bloomberg Published Apr 17, 2024 US antitrust enforcers are preparing a lawsuit seeking to block fashion company Tapestry Inc.’s $8.5 billion planned takeover of Capri Holdings Ltd., according to a person with knowledge of the matter. Coach – SS24 – © Launchmetrics The Federal Trade Commission is expected to file a lawsuit as soon […]

Japan’s Uniqlo opens Rome store as part of European expansion

By Reuters API Published Apr 17, 2024 Japan’s Uniqlo will open the doors on its new Rome store on Thursday, an important part of plans by owner Fast Retailing to further accelerate growth in Europe and North America. Its second store in Italy and one of five new openings planned for Europe in the spring-summer […]

JD Sports opens on Champs-Elysées in Paris, On and Salomon about to follow suit

Translated by Nicola Mira Published Apr 17, 2024 Preparation work for the Olympics is in full swing in Paris, and a strong sporting vibe is spreading through the city’s main thoroughfares. Last week, Puma and Nike were the first to stage press conferences, and are setting up Parisian homes for their teams and athletes this […]

Beiersdorf raises its sales forecast for 2024 after a good first quarter

By Reuters Published Apr 17, 2024 Beiersdorf raised its sales forecast for 2024 on Tuesday, buoyed by strong first-quarter sales of its flagship Nivea brand in all regions. The German group is now expecting sales growth of between 6% and 8%, compared with a forecast of around 5% in February. Des produits de la gamme […]

Jott appoints Sophie Metzker as director of marketing and digital

Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Apr 17, 2024 French outerwear label Jott has appointed Sophie Metzker as its director of marketing and digital. Created in 2010 by the Gourdikian brothers, the Marseille-based company has been part of the L Catterton portfolio since 2021. The group has ambitious plans for the brand’s growth. Sophie Metzger – […]

20 Confidence-Boosting Lingerie Pieces You Need

Who else feels like finding the right undergarments is unnecessarily difficult? They’re an essential element in our wardrobes, so you’d think that finding the perfect style and fit would be easier, but I’ve been searching far too long for confidence-boosting pieces. Thankfully, Bloomingdale’s Lingerie Guide has come to my rescue. It will quickly become your […]

Bullish Inspecs weathers weak end to 2023 as sales and profits still rise

Despite a profit warning in January following softer than expected sales in December, UK-based eyewear producer/distributor Inspecs was in an upbeat mood Wednesday delivering final results covering 2023 that saw revenues inch up and a marginal return to pre-tax profit. Talbot Runhof Although group revenue for the year to 31 December rose by just £2.3 […]

Harvey Nichols names Alexander McQueen exec Goddard as its new CEO

Harvey Nichols has faced tough conditions in recent years but it’s now hoping for a better time ahead with the announcement of a new CEO. Julia Goddard, new Harvey Nichols CEO Julia Goddard is its new top executive and will take up the reins in June, as well as joining the board, moving from Kering’s […]

Salomon announces departure of CEO Franco Fogliato

Translated by Nicola Mira Published Apr 17, 2024 The recently listed Amer Sports group has announced the departure of the CEO of one of its leading brands. Franco Fogliato, who was named CEO of Salomon two and a half years ago, is no longer in charge of the French outdoor sport brand specialised in skiing […]