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LVMH has acquired a 10 per cent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly French luxury giant LVMH has acquired through private equity arm L Capital, a 10 percent stake in mainland fashion maker Ochirly. The deal is worth US$200 million. Ochirly, established in late 1990s, currently operates about 200 retail outlets across the mainland and … Read more
Born in Spain but based in London since 1992, Elena Garcia originally trained as a linguist, specialising in Public Services Interpreting. Her interpreter’s job has led her to work with many local groups and has made her aware of the problems faced by migrant communities and people in penitentiary institutions. Following her passion for design, … Read more
Luxury brands have continued to enjoy strong sales despite world economic concerns. French luxury group Hermes said to AFP it posted record sales of 2.8 billion euros in 2011, highlighting the resilience of luxury brands in the face of the weakening global economy. French luxury goods giant LVMH said last week it had enjoyed a … Read more
Jason Wu‘s dramatic show at New York Fashion Week featured a collection inspired partly by his Chinese roots. Jason Wu has been considered a strong up-and-comer since Michelle Obama wore a gown by the then-barely known designer to the presidential inaugural balls in 2008. Then came a Target deal that put a limited collection in … Read more
Madonna triumphs at 2012 Superbowl in Givenchy Costumes The fashionistas were more than happy to discover at the Superbowl 2012 3 haute couture costumes designed for Madonna by Riccardo Tisci. During the halftime of the game between the Giants and the Patriots, the queen of pop (52 years) offered a show worthy of her best. … Read more
Exclusive Capsule Collection: 20 Shoes for 20 Years Christian Louboutin celebrates the brands 20th anniversary with a “Best of” collection that includes 20 pairs of shoes and six bags, representing designer’s best work over the past two decades. The Capsule Collection draws upon the central themes that have come to define Louboutin’s craft. His love … Read more