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Creative Director Francesco Risso exits Marni

Marni and creative director Francesco Risso are parting ways after ten years. A successor has not yet been named. “Under Francesco’s creative direction, Marni gave new impetus to the brand. His bold creative evolution led to the renewal of the women’s collections, the expansion of the men’s collections, and the development of shows and immersive...

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Dôen secures Series A funding led by Silas Capital

California-based womenswear brand Dôen has secured investment led by growth equity firm Silas Capital to accelerate its retail expansion. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Dôen, founded by Santa Barbara-born sisters Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, has become known for its feminine silhouettes, environmental commitments, and...

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De Beers London names new CEO

Diamond company De Beers Group has appointed Emmanuelle Nodale as brand chief executive of luxury jewellery house De Beers London to spearhead a “new phase of global expansion and strategic evolution” as part of the group’s ‘Origins’ strategy. Nodale has more than 20 years of expertise in shaping and developing global brands, and prior to...

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Pitti Uomo banks on tailwinds

Pitti Uomo has officially kicked off the SS26 season, though the outlook is far from straightforward. The season’s start unfolded against a difficult geopolitical backdrop, according to Antonio De Matteis, president of Pitti Immagine (PI), the trade show organiser. Still, the situation was not entirely bleak, with menswear remaining “healthy.”...