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Mango scion released on bail after arrest over father's death

The eldest son of Spanish clothing empire Mango's founder Isak Andic was released on Tuesday after posting one million euros' bail following his arrest in a murder inquiry into his father's 2024 death. After being detained by police on Tuesday morning and taken to court in handcuffs for questioning, Jonathan Andic left the courthouse in...

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PVH names new executive leadership appointments

US fashion group PVH Corporation (PVH) has announced three new appointments to its executive leadership team, including two internal promotions, to accelerate the execution of its multi-year strategic growth plan. Adelyn Cheong has been promoted to chief executive officer of PVH Americas. In this role, Cheong will oversee the Calvin Klein and...

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Marc Cain's incoming leader Patric Spethmann: “It’s not just about appointing a new CEO”

Patric Spethmann will become the new CEO of Marc Cain in June. In choosing the former chief operating officer of Marc O'Polo, company founder Helmut Schlotterer hasn't opted for a notorious high-profile leader from the fashion industry, known for being in the limelight or for spectacular turnarounds. However, Spethmann's profile promises to be...

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Donald Kohler named global brand president and CEO of Banana Republic

US retail conglomerate Gap Inc has appointed Donald Kohler as the global brand president and chief executive officer of Banana Republic. The executive will assume his new role in July 2026 and will be based at the corporate headquarters in San Francisco. Kohler brings more than three decades of leadership experience across the luxury, premium...

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Jonathan Andic arrested for the homicide of Mango's founder

The investigation into the death of Isak Andic, the founder of Spanish fashion multinational Mango, has entered a new phase. Catalan regional police, the Mossos d'Esquadra, arrested the founder's son, Jonathan Andic, on Tuesday. The younger Andic, who serves as the current vice chairman of the board of directors at the Barcelona-based fashion...

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Savannah Friedkin Jewelry appoints new chief executive officer

Savannah Friedkin Jewelry has named former La Perla executive Morgan P. Richardson as its new chief executive officer, ahead of its planned international expansion. Richardson joins the company with luxury merchandising and consumer expertise. Most recently, she served as president and chief commercial officer at jewellery brand Stephanie...

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Behind the scenes of fashion conservation: A conversation with Cesar Rodriguez Salinas

After training as a general conservator, Bilbao-native Cesar Rodriguez Salinas specialised in textiles and fashion costumes. He applied his knowledge and keen eye to various European collections and museums, including the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum, before settling at the Kunstmuseum Den Haag in 2018. Major exhibitions such as “Art Deco: Paul...

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Beckham couple joins British billionaires' club

London - English football legend David Beckham and his wife Victoria, the former Spice Girl turned fashion designer and businesswoman, saw their fortune double last year. They have now joined the British billionaires' club, according to an annual ranking published on Friday by The Sunday Times. The couple's fortune is estimated at 1.19 billion...

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True Religion appoints Andrew Rauch as SVP of global digital and ecommerce

The US denim and lifestyle brand True Religion has announced the appointment of Andrew Rauch as senior vice president of global digital and ecommerce. Rauch, who brings more than 20 years of experience as a digital commerce executive, will report directly to the US company chief executive officer (CEO) Michael Buckley. The appointment aligns...

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Laurent Capizzi of Kiabi: “Our support makes the difference over time”

If one profession in fashion reigns supreme in emotional intelligence, it is this one. 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 field-based role, FashionUnited chose to speak with those who view sales as an opportunity for...

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Istituto Marangoni course leader Gloria Bellardi: ‘A strong portfolio can kickstart your career’

Buenos Aires - As fashion students approach graduation, one question becomes central: how to translate years of creative work into a portfolio that opens doors. In today’s fast-evolving industry, where creativity alone is no longer sufficient, the portfolio has become more than a showcase—it is a strategic tool. It communicates not only what a...

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British GQ appoints Murray Clark as head of editorial content

British GQ has a new head of editorial content.Media group Condé Nast announced on Thursday that Murray Clark will take on the role of head of editorial content for the magazine, which specialises in menswear, grooming, culture, watches and fitness. In this position, he will be based in London and report to global editorial director Adam...