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Marc Jacobs opens two European bookstores The book sections in Marc by Marc Jacobs stores proved a hit with customers. Following the Karl Lagerfeld’s example, the designer who created his own Parisian librairie 7L back in 1999, Marc Jacobs fashion house decided to get into the bookstore sector by opening two new Book Marc locations … Read more
The European Commission recognizes the strategic importance of the high-end industries Important days for Europe’s luxury sector. The European Commission has adopted “Cultural and Creative Sectors for creative growth in the EU” political action plan. This policy strategy qualifies cultural and creative business models, such as the luxury industry, as strategic sectors for European growth … Read more
Vice Versa Hotel Paris by Chantal Thomass How look the seven deadly sins implemented in the decor of a truly Parisian design hotel? Famous lingerie and interior designer Chantal Thomass redesigned and refurbished the 37 rooms of the new Vice Versa hotel, located rue de la Croix Nivert in Paris, with a passion for fashion … Read more
Coveted and remarkable: Classic Chloé woman Chloé. Attitudes – Palais de Tokyo, Paris (29 september – 18 november 2012) Chloe celebrates its 60-year contribution to fashion culture with an exhibition that offers a playful interpretation of the Chloé spirit that spans seven decades. Since 1952, Chloe’s legacy of luxury prêt-à-porter clothing has consistently defined … Read more
Legendary fashion designer and master couturier Valentino Garavani is bringing his own Valentino Red shade and the luxurious gowns to one of the foremost dance companies in the world – the New York City Ballet. The fall gala on 20th September will have sixteen dramatic Valentino’s costumes focused on a black-and-white palette with Signature Valentino … Read more
Vivienne Westwood’s Red Label unfurled Climate Revolution Red Label SS13 at London Fashion Week Almost sensible, Vivienne Westwood’s Red Label show at London Fashion Week was the perfect opportunity to unfurl the CLIMATE REVOLUTION banner. Sporting a moustache and a black circle painted round her eye, Westwood presented her punk-edged 2013 spring-summmer collection. The eccentric … Read more