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Prada admits Kolhapuri inspiration, proposes co-branding discussions with MACCIA

Luxury fashion house Prada has officially confirmed in a letter sent to the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (MACCIA), that sandals showcased in its recent men’s fashion show, which bore a striking resemblance to the traditional Indian Kolhapuri sandal, were indeed inspired by the iconic footwear. Prada has now proposed...

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Watches of Switzerland Group FY25 revenue rises amidst US growth

Watches of Switzerland Group PLC has reported a revenue of 1.7 billion pounds for the 52 weeks ended April 27, 2025, marking an 8 percent increase year-on-year at constant currency, with 16 percent growth in the US and 2 percent in the UK. This performance was significantly bolstered by an improved trading performance in the second half of the...

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Is table tennis fashion's next topspin trend?

Accessible, urban and casual retro jerseys – can table tennis establish itself as the next tastemaker between sport, fashion and lifestyle? For a long time, the serve was reserved for tennis, with its leading brands like Lacoste and Fila, which embodied an elite look with pleated skirts and sleeveless jumpers. This chic sports style naturally...

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Armani Group: Net revenues down 5 percent in FY 2024

Consolidated net revenues of the Armani Group amounted to 2.3 billion euros, a decrease of 5 percent compared to the previous year at constant exchange rates (down 6 percent at current exchange rates). The decline in direct retail revenues was 3 percent at current exchange rates "despite various temporary closures for renovations." "In an...

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