‘Death of an icon’: the downfall of Barneys New York
What was once New York’s premier fashion store is entering its last days before closing – but luxury lives on elsewhere
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Italian atelier and high-end shoe manufacturer Alberto Gozzi acquired by global fashion luxury group
Global fashion luxury group Capri Holdings Limited announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Italian atelier and shoe manufacturer Alberto Gozzi in Pistoia, Tuscany. The Alberto Gozzi factory, owned and operated by the Gozzi family since its founding in 1974, has produced high-end shoes for many of the world’s top luxury brands … Read more
Karl Lagerfeld remembered by Carine Roitfeld
10 September 1933 – 19 February 2019
The French fashion editor remembers a passionate man of ideas who always remembered the small details
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The jackets that keep you both warm … and green
Fashion brands focus on their eco-credentials after warnings about polyester fabrics and unethically-sourced down
The best perfumes for Christmas
Gorgeous scents don’t just come in bottles – try gel, body oil or hair mist for an alternative gift
What Future Performance Wear Can Be: Beyoncé x adidas introduce the first adidas x IVY PARK collection
Beyoncé has united with adidas, to design a collection that combines fashion and storytelling in an unprecedented way. Complemented by four footwear styles, adidas x IVY PARK reinterprets iconic adidas classics with statement colors and a fresh design approach. Beyoncé x adidas partnership respects Beyoncé’s ownership of IVY PARK, and continues her journey … Read more