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Gap to venture further into entertainment with new dedicated exec

Gap is set to expand its presence in the entertainment industry. The US apparel giant has appointed Pam Kaufman to the newly created role of executive vice president, chief entertainment officer. In the position, Kaufman, who will report to Gap president and CEO, Richard Dickson, has been tasked with leading the development of the company’s ‘...

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Gabriela Hearst names Michele Cohen as president

New York-based designer Gabriela Hearst has promoted her longtime head of sales, Michele Cohen, to president, effective immediately. In a statement, the designer said the newly created role was to reflect the brand's "continued commercial momentum and to support its next phase of global growth”. As president, Cohen will lead the brand’s global...

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Paul Costelloe names fashion house successor

British and Irish fashion brand Paul Costelloe has announced that William Costelloe will continue the family’s legacy as creative director, succeeding his late father, who passed away in November 2025. William Costelloe, who has been design director at London-based Paul Costelloe for the past seven years, will now lead the development of all the...

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Chiara Ferragni acquitted in Pandoro and Easter Eggs charity case

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been acquitted at the end of the summary trial concerning the well-known cases of the Pandoro Pink Christmas and the Easter eggs charity promotions. The decision was made by Ilio Mannucci Pacini, the judge of the third criminal section of Milan, according to a report from the Italian news agency Ansa. The...

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Brunello Cucinelli backs new Saks Global leadership amid Chapter 11 filing

While attending the second day of Pitti Uomo in Florence, following what he described as a "very, very interesting" opening, Brunello Cucinelli shared his enthusiasm for the leadership transition at the newly formed Saks Global. "We were delighted to learn this morning that our highly esteemed Geoffroy van Raemdonck has been appointed CEO of...

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Andrea Rigogliosi named new CEO of Diesel

Diesel has appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO), reports Vogue Business. Andrea Rigogliosi was tipped for the top role at the Italian brand in autumn 2025, and his position has now reportedly been confirmed. Parent company OTB has not yet released a statement regarding the appointment. Rigogliosi is the brand's first CEO since Eraldo...

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Kenny Wilson takes over as interim CEO at K-Way following Luca Lo Curzio's departure

Luca Lo Curzio is leaving K-Way after less than a year; the new interim ceo is Kenny Wilson. The manager leaves the position today, January 13. Lo Curzio joined K-Way, a French-born brand famous for its waterproof nylon jackets, in February 2025 and “has made a significant contribution to our organisation; the board of directors sincerely thanks...

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Camper and creative director Achilles Ion Gabriel part ways

Achilles Ion Gabriel, creative director since 2019, and Spanish footwear label Camper are parting ways. The designer will leave his role as creative director of Camper and Camperlab after more than six years with the company. The spring/summer 2027 collections will be the last under his creative direction and will be presented at the beginning...

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Valentino appoints Esther Hörmann as CEO of Europe

Esther Hörmann has been appointed CEO of Europe for Valentino. This strategic move strengthens the Italian house's regional leadership at a pivotal time for the brand. Based in Milan, Hörmann takes on the role following an international career spanning nearly two decades. She has worked with some of the leading companies in the luxury and...

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VSP Vision: Nicola Zotta named president of eyewear following Marcolin acquisition

US-headquartered VSP Vision has named Nicola Zotta president of eyewear and managing director of Marchon Eyewear and Marcolin. His appointment follows VSP Vision’s acquisition of the Marcolin Group, which finalised in December 2025. Zotto will succeed Fabrizio Curci, who has been serving as CEO and general manager of Marcolin since June 2020....

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Cosmo appoints Mark Griffie as chief executive officer

Cosmo, a textile manufacturing company that provides performance textiles, composites, and advanced materials for the footwear and apparel industry, has announced former Nike executive Mark Griffie as chief executive officer. Griffie, who joined Cosmo in 2024 as president and chief operating officer, spent two decades at Nike, where he held...

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New event directors appointed for Spring Fair and Autumn Fair

A series of leadership appointments have been made among the portfolio of Hyve Group, as the event organiser positions its trade shows for long-term growth. Fay Tranter has been named the new event director for Spring Fair, while Matthew Mein has been tapped for the same position at Glee and Autumn Fair. Tranter, who took up her role on December...