New, circular retail models aim to change the way people shop. For five weeks, a new eco-concept from London’s Selfridges will take centre stage at the Corner Shop destination on Oxford Street, as Selfridges continues to explore circular retail models and experiences through Project Earth. Selfridges’ new “Resellfridges: The Wedding” is offering one-of-a-kind … Read more
British Luxury Sustainability Report: Walpole’s Tips for Communicating Luxury Brands Sustainability Strategies. Sustainability is increasingly a part of conversations with investors, business customers and consumers. A significant opportunity exists for luxury businesses of all sizes to build brand loyalty by engaging consumers with their sustainability stories. In particular, with consumer trust in … Read more
Estée Lauder Signs Acclaimed Model Adut Akech as New Global Brand Ambassador Estée Lauder has signed one of the fashion industry’s brightest stars, Adut Akech, as its newest Global Brand Ambassador. Adut will feature in makeup and skincare campaigns across digital, in-store, TV and print, with her first campaigns debuting July 2021. Adut joins … Read more
The controlling shareholder of Kering Luxury Group continues expansion in fashion apparel and new categories with strategic investment in GOAT Group. GOAT Group (GOAT), the global platform for high-end products from the past, present and future, has secured a strategic investment from Groupe Artemis, the controlling shareholder of Kering, which is a world … Read more
“The growth potential of luxury e-commerce has never been so promising, and the importance of China for the luxury industry is only becoming more obvious every day.” – François-Henri Pinault, Chairman, Artemis (the controlling shareholder of global Luxury group Kering (Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, … Read more
The first proper fashion month to take place during the pandemic is over. The takeaway? Designers have adapted to the situation with panache and inventiveness – which is just as well for the future of the industry