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Kapital sale to LVMH raises stakes for artisanal fashion independence

LVMH-backed L Catterton's acquisition of Kapital, a Japanese clothing brand celebrated for its artisanal denim and Americana-inspired designs that was founded in the 1980s, has sparked concerns among enthusiasts and industry observers. The acquisition, finalised in the second half of 2024 according to High Snobiety, came just months after...

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LVMH-backed L Catterton snaps up majority stake in Japan’s Kapital

Investment firm L Catterton has reportedly snapped up a majority stake in Japanese denim specialist Kapital following the death of its founder, Toshikiyo Hirata, in early 2024. The deal was made quietly, with neither firm formerly announcing the acquisition. Kapital does now, however, appear on L Catterton’s official website, underneath a list...

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Fashion

Mr Porter shines spotlight on Japanese menswear with 'Japan Edit'

Luxury menswear e-tailer Mr Porter is celebrating Japanese design through its new “Japan Edit” - a selection of exclusive capsule collections inspired by Japanese style and culture. Mr Porter, which offers products from some of the fashion world’s biggest names, such as Saint Laurent, Prada, Gucci and Brunello Cucinelli, has selected 15 of...