The luxury menswear market has been growing at a rate almost double that of womenswear, say the recent figures from global consultants Bain & Co. The men’s luxury fashion market (40% of the global market) is growing at about 14 percent a year, while luxury womenswear is growing by a mere 8 percent. This change … Read more
Roger Vivier announces mini-me footwear line Roger Vivier is the latest designer delving into the realm of childrenswear, with a junior collection inspired by its iconic adult styles for release in March.The line will be a reworking of the house’s brightly colored patent leather adult ballerinas, which carry the brand’s signature buckle. Proceeds from the … Read more
Young Versace: Versace opens first childrenswear store Versace opened in Milan its first store dedicated entirely to children line. Young Versace, a division of clothes, shoes and accessories for children up to 12 years was presented for the first time in June this year at Pitti Immagine Bimbo, one of the most important fairs in … Read more
Bulgari London Hotel is set to open in April. This will be the third hotel of the luxury brand, joining Bulgari’s properties in Milan (open since 2004) and Bali (2006). Bulgari says the 85-room property– a joint venture with Marriott International – will be the first luxury new-build hotel to open in the capital in … Read more
Bally’s Scribe Made-to-Order collection has been enriched with bespoke belts. Assembled entirely by hand using the finest quality leathers including smooth calf, ostrich and crocodile, Bally’s bespoke belts can be matched to Scribe shoes or created as a uniquely personal gift. Available exclusively in selected Bally Boutiques: New York Madison Avenue, Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive, … Read more
The Pirelli brand turned the attention to one of the greatest tattoo artists in the world. During the opening of a new Pirelli store in Milan, Scott Campbell, tattooist of stars such as Orlando Bloom and Sting, has presented an unique piece of art: a Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tyre that was completely tattooed. The … Read more