Catterton Partners private equity firm completes investment in Baccarat

 Catterton Partners Completes Investment In Baccarat luxury crystal company   Catterton Partners private equity firm, and Groupe du Louvre, an affiliate of global investment firm Starwood Capital and the majority shareholder of Baccarat, announced the completion of Catterton’s previously announced investment in Baccarat. The French luxury brand internationally renowned as a leader in high-end and exclusive … Read more

Brendan Mullane announced as the new Creative Director of Brioni

High-end menswear brand Brioni announced the appointment of Brendan Mullane as Creative Director, who assumes full responsibility of the creation and development of the whole Brioni product portfolio. “I’m very glad and honoured to join such a prestigious house as Brioni, whose quintessential Italian timeless elegance has gained worldwide recognition in menswear. I’m looking forward … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Philippe Mihailovich – Luxury Brand Architect

“The creation of luxury goods has always been about giving more, giving the best that man can make. Without a generous spirit and pride in our work, we cannot produce true luxury.” A Luxury Brand Architect creates strong brands that sell themselves. Most of projects include the creation, strategic planning, development, brand stretching, franchising or restoration … Read more

Balenciaga Fall – Winter 2012 Ad Campaign

American photographer Steven Meisel, one of the most successful fashion photographers in the industry, is behind last Balenciaga ad campaign. As Meisel is credited with “discovering” many successful models, Balenciaga Fall 2012 campaign promotes a cast of newcomers: Linn Arvidsson, Julier Bugge, Sophie Hirschfelder, Juliet Ingleby and Anniek Kortleve. Last month, Balenciaga announced the opening … Read more

Airbus to establish first U.S.-based production facility

Airbus to establish first assembly line in United States In a major strategic announcement, Airbus said it will establish a manufacturing facility in the United States to assemble and deliver A320 Family aircraft. Located at the Brookley Aeroplex in Mobile, Alabama, it will be the company’s first U.S.-based production facility. The facility in Alabama will … Read more