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Carl Davies of Perry Ellis Europe appointed new CEO of K-Way from June

Carl Davies is set to leave his role at Perry Ellis Europe after six years to join the Turin-based BasicNet Group as ceo of K-Way, according to UK newspaper Drapers. Luca Lo Curzio, former CEO of K-Way, left the position last January after less than a year. Following his departure, the role of interim CEO was entrusted to Kenny Wilson. Lo Curzio...

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Ducie names new brand and growth director

London-based luxury fashion label Ducie, known for its high-end outerwear, has appointed former Perfect Moment executive Julie Robinson as brand and growth director. In a statement on LinkedIn, Ducie said that Robinson will work closely with founder Ducie Keam-George to accelerate growth, strengthen global positioning and expand opportunities...

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CMP appoints new European sales director for footwear and gear

Italian outdoor brand CMP, part of the F.lli Campagnolo group, has named Fred Gregarek as its European sales director for footwear and gear to expand its international reach. Gregarek, who has experience in international sales in the footwear, outdoor, and accessories markets, has been brought on to expand CMP’s presence in Europe and will be...

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Gap founder Doris Fisher dies

Doris Fisher, who co-founded the American ready-to-wear brand Gap with her husband in 1969, died on Saturday. She revolutionised the way clothing was sold. Doris Fisher “passed away peacefully in San Francisco, surrounded by her family, at the age of 94,” the group said in a statement on Monday. It added that she is survived by three children,...

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Carter’s appoints Sharon Price John as chief executive officer

US childrenswear group Carter’s has named Sharon Price John as its new chief executive officer and president, effective June 15, 2026. John will also join the board of directors on this date, succeeding Douglas C. Palladini who has departed the company and the board effective immediately. Richard F. Westenberger, who currently serves as the...

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“The day profit comes first, we die”: Inside Andreas von der Heide’s unlikely playbook

In the bustling hub of the Les Deux headquarters—what Andreas Christian von der Heide calls his 'playground'—two worlds quietly meet. On his desk lies a green Moleskine, filled with fragments of ideas. But beneath this creative instinct of a man who built a brand now spanning 150 employees across multiple markets from a single white t-shirt,...

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SMCP appoints Linda Li as president and CEO for North America

French accessible luxury group SMCP has announced the appointment of Linda Li as president and chief executive officer (CEO) for North America. Li succeeds Ida Simonsen, who has decided to depart the company to pursue other opportunities. The group expressed its gratitude to Simonsen for her contributions to the development of North American...

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Mathilde Robard of Centre Commercial: “This job requires great emotional intelligence”

If one job in fashion reigns supreme with emotional intelligence, this is it. Far from the clichés, sales advisors embody the most vibrant and perhaps the most human face of this vast industry. To create a multifaceted portrait of this hands-on profession, FashionUnited spoke with those who view sales as an opportunity for fulfilment and...

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Fashion brand Superdry co-founder convicted of rape

The co-founder of British fashion brand Superdry, James Holder, was convicted of rape Friday by a court in southwest England. Holder was one of the co-founders of Superdry in 2003. The streetwear brand was delisted from the London Stock Exchange in 2024 after announcing a drop in sales and has rebranded as Superdry & Co. A jury found Holder, 54,...

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Aeffe: chief financial officer Rocco Bennici resigns

Yesterday, in a statement, Aeffe spa, the luxury company listed on the Euronext Milan market of the Italian Stock Exchange, announced that Rocco Bennici, chief financial officer, head of financial reporting and investor relations, has resigned. His resignation is effective from June 9, 2026, to pursue a new professional opportunity. Aeffe owns...

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The Lycra Company appoints Alistair Williamson as VP of product sustainability

Fibre producer The Lycra Company has appointed Alistair Williamson as vice president of product sustainability, according to a company press release. In this role, he will oversee initiatives that reduce the environmental impact of products, innovations and the company's operations. Williamson has 40 years of experience in the textile fibre and...

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Puma appoints former Hugo Boss CEO Mark Langer as chief financial officer

German sportswear provider Puma SE not only presented its latest quarterly figures on Thursday but also filled a key position. The Herzogenaurach-based company announced that Mark Langer will take over the position of chief financial officer (CFO) on May 1. He replaces Markus Neubrand, who is stepping down as chief financial officer with...