Farfetch unveils tie-up with Harvey Nichols before ‘£4bn IPO’

High-end fashion website’s expected valuation nears value put on Marks & Spencer

Who are the big winners at the 2017 Walpole British Luxury Awards

In Walpole’s 25th anniversary year, and 16th year of the Walpole British Luxury Awards, over 300 top luxury industry creatives, executives and influencers gathered to applaud those brands and individuals that have excelled over the past 12 months through trailblazing quality, craftsmanship, design, innovation or experience. Past winners have included VICTORIA BECKHAM, ROLLS- ROYCE MOTOR … Read more

Chainmail, lemons and the Memphis Group: an introduction to autumn/winter 2017 fashion

APC turns 30, the return of corduroy and the reinvention of Oscar de la Renta – everything you need to know about the next six months in style

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Handbags at dawn with Farfetch, the latest thing in upmarket online fashion

It has a Chinese deal, a Condé Nast tie-up and has lured the founder of its biggest rival – but can it really change the luxury market?

Net-a-Porter owner opens tech hub in London

New building in White City shows increased commitment to IT, and the UK, after merger with Italy’s Yoox

Luxury brands must redefine the way they do business

Retailers cannot solve the economic slowdown in China by opening more stores. Instead, they should focus on services and experiences