Christian Louboutin aims for €1 billion revenue

By Ansa Translated by Nicola Mira Published Apr 11, 2024 In a letter to the shareholders of the Exor holding company, owned by Italy’s Agnelli family, President John Elkann said that “Christian Louboutin is committed to achieving a solid financial performance, while continuing to innovate with its products and maintaining its brand positioning.” Louboutin In … Read more

Marcolin tops €550 million revenue mark

Translated by Nicola Mira Published Mar 26, 2024 Marcolin improved both revenue and profitability in fiscal 2023. The Italian eyewear producer recorded net sales of €558.3 million, up by 2% at current exchange rates (and by 3.8% at constant rates) compared to 2022, when Marcolin recorded net sales of over €547 million. Tom Ford sunglasses … Read more

Marcolin opens showroom in Manhattan

Marcolin, a global leader in eyewear with a portfolio of house brands, as well as licensed brands including Tom Ford, Christian Louboutin, Max Mara, and more, has opened a showroom in New York, in the heart of Manhattan.  Courtesy Located on the 19th floor of 270 Madison Ave and designed by Milan-based design studio Navone … Read more

The best 12 fashion moments this season

The marathon, four-weeks, 400-plus shows, international season that began in New York on February 9 ended in Paris this week. Here is our pick of the twelve best fashion moments, Deeny’s Dozen.  Willy Chavarria See catwalkWilly Chavarria – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 – Menswear – New York – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Brooklyn and fashion moment might historically sound … Read more

These special Ramadan capsule collections redefine modest fashion

Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Feb 21, 2024 As is customary, luxury houses and ready-to-wear brands develop new collections exclusively for the Middle Eastern market during the sacred month of Ramadan (the fasting period estimated this year between March 11 and April 9, 2024, according to Muslim federations). On this occasion, numerous labels are offering … Read more

Tom Ford eyewear hits “milestone” as it enters Tmall Luxury Pavilion

Tom Ford Eyewear, the brand for which Marcolin holds the license, has opened a flagship store on the Tmall Luxury Pavilion in China.  Tom Ford Eyewear/Marcolin The new space features a wide spread of its sunglasses, optical frames and ski goggles.  The company said it “marks a milestone, connecting the brand’s sartorial excellence with the … Read more

Tom Ford glasses maker Marcolin prepares for sale as Pai Partners looks to exit

By Reuters API Published Feb 4, 2024 ​Top managers at Marcolin have started meeting potential suitors while they prepare the Italian eyewear manufacturer for a merger or a sale by renewing a series of key licensing accords, two sources close to the matter said. Tom Ford Marcolin, which has operations in Italy’s eyewear manufacturing district … Read more

Luxury Retail is Booming, Iguatemi CEO Confirms at Paris Event

WHEN IN BRAZIL: Friends of Iguatemi gathered Wednesday night at the opulent Russian restaurant Maison Revka in Paris to celebrate the Brazilian retailer’s recent good fortunes — and many guests harbored great tips for things to do in São Paulo. “Great food, and the best Japanese restaurants in the world,” enthused Georgina Brandolini D’Adda, who … Read more

taylor swift: Running marathon lengths on treadmill while singing her entire setlist: How Taylor Swift prepared for the Era’s Tour

Taylor Swift has been named TIME’s Person of the Year 2023, joining the ranks of influential figures. Beyond her musical prowess and business acumen, Swift reveals another side to her persona—a fitness legend preparing for “The Eras Tour.” Swift’s blockbuster tour spans 151 shows across five continents, featuring a 44-song setlist. The 33-year-old artist takes … Read more

ABFRL partners with luxury designer Christian Louboutin for India market

Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), India’s leading fashion house has partnered with French designer Christian Louboutin for the Indian market. ABFRL partners with luxury designer Christian Louboutin Under the joint venture partnership, Christian Louboutin India’s business will now be a new subsidiary of ABFRL where the partners will hold equal stakes. Commenting on … Read more