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Fashion News| David Koma Appointed as Blumarine’s New Creative Director

Blumarine has announced David Koma as their new creative director following Walter Chiapponi’s departure after just one season. Koma, a Georgian designer known for his bold, sculptural red carpet creations, will debut his first Blumarine collection for pre-fall 2025 in May/June next year.

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Fashion News| The Dior Bag Scandal

Unmasking the True Cost of Luxury Fashion

Luxury fashion giant Dior recently found itself embroiled in controversy after an exposé revealed the shocking disparity between the production costs and retail prices of their iconic bags. According to the report, these bags, which sell for thousands of dollars, are produced for as little as $57. This revelation has sparked outrage and raised serious ethical concerns about the fashion industry’s practices.

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Fashion News| Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl re-new their vowels

“I love weddings, but I’m not much of a bridal person,” says fashion and beauty entrepreneur Olivia Palermo. “I take every opportunity to make something into a fashion moment.”

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Fashion News| Virginie Viard departs from Chanel

The recent announcement of Virginie Viard’s departure from Chanel marks a significant turning point for the legendary fashion house. While Viard’s tenure as creative director was filled with high expectations, her inability to step out of Karl Lagerfeld’s immense shadow ultimately led to a series of underwhelming collections that failed to resonate with both critics and consumers. Viard’s exit could be the rejuvenation Chanel desperately needs.

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Fashion News| Calvin Klein Appoints New Designer

Calvin Klein, the iconic fashion brand, has appointed Veronica Leoni as its new designer, signalling a fresh creative direction. Leoni, known for her minimalist yet sophisticated designs, has an impressive background, having worked at prestigious fashion houses like Jil Sander and Celine. Her blend of architectural precision and creative innovation has garnered her critical acclaim.

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Fashion News| Haider Ackermann Takes the Helm as Canada Goose’s First Creative Director

In a groundbreaking move for both the brand and the fashion industry, Haider Ackermann has been appointed as the first Creative Director for Canada Goose.

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Beauty News| L Catterton Acquires KIKO Cosmetics

In a significant stride towards expanding its portfolio in the beauty industry, L Catterton, a premier consumer-focused private equity firm and a subsidiary of luxury conglomerate LVMH, recently announced its acquisition of KIKO Milano.

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Fashion News| 700+ Job losses at Nike

Nike Inc., the world’s largest sportswear company, is facing challenges on multiple fronts, including slumped sales and workforce reductions. As the company grapples with these issues, questions arise about the potential role of sneaker resale, particularly in light of former VP Ann Hebert’s son’s involvement in the sneaker resale business.

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Fashion News| Death of an icon, Roberto Cavalli

Italian fashion icon Roberto Cavalli, known for his extravagant designs and vibrant prints, has passed away in Florence at the age of 83.

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Fashion News| Victoria Beckham x Mango capsule collection

The fashion grapevine is abuzz with news that Spanish fashion giant Mango has teamed up with our 2nd favourite Spice Girls for an upcoming capsule collection. Set your calendars for April 23rd, as this collaboration promises to be a showstopper. 

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