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New designers showcase the future of Gucci

Inside Retail

Gucci’s new designer Sabato De Sarno sent out a glamorous, skin-baring lineup of minimalist designs for his first fashion show on Friday, drawing praise for a highly anticipated debut which owner Kering hopes will help revive sales at its flagship brand. That forward PE compares to 42 for Hermes and 22 for Moncler.

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Kering appoints Matthieu Blazy as creative director of Bottega Veneta

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Ready-to-wear designer for the upscale Italian label since last year, Blazy worked his way up the fashion ranks, gaining experience at labels including Raf Simons, Maison Margiela and Calvin Klein, and was senior designer at Celine in 2014. Born in 1984, Blazy graduated from design school La Cambre in Brussels.

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Kering appoints Matthieu Blazy as creative director of Bottega Veneta

Inside Retail

Ready-to-wear designer for the upscale Italian label since last year, Blazy worked his way up the fashion ranks, gaining experience at labels including Raf Simons, Maison Margiela and Calvin Klein, and was senior designer at Celine in 2014. Born in 1984, Blazy graduated from design school La Cambre in Brussels.

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“I hate rules”: How designer Mariam Seddiq is disrupting high-end fashion

Inside Retail

Since launching her label in 2015, Australian designer Mariam Seddiq has forged her own path in the fashion industry, embracing diversity and gaining acclaim for her colourful and architectural garments. Inside Retail : What led you to launch your label in 2015, and what were the early days of building your business like?

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NOBULL Announces Launch of First Permanent Concept Store in Europe at Battersea Power Station

Retail Focus

Founded in Boston in 2015, NOBULL is a footwear, apparel and accessory brand with a strong global community. True to the NOBULL ethos, the Training Club will be designed with thoughtful simplicity, intended to be approachable and functional.

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Kate Spade CEO & brand president on creating social impact through collaboration

Inside Retail

Liz Fraser is the CEO and brand president of iconic American accessories brand Kate Spade New York. In 2012 Fraser became the president of Marc Jacobs after over 13 years in the business before leaving to become the CEO of Anne Klein in 2015. Are there any new handbag pillars or design elements that consumers can look forward to?

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Iconic swimwear label, Hunza G, opens first ever store at Seven Dials, Covent Garden

Retail Focus

Hunza G Seven Dials will feature the brand’s signature ‘modern nostalgia’ styles across their swimwear, beachwear, and accessories collections. The post Iconic swimwear label, Hunza G, opens first ever store at Seven Dials, Covent Garden appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design.

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