Speaking about luxury with Anne Fontaine – founder Anne Fontaine

Anne Fontaine was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro. At a young age she developed a passion for the protection of the environment and took off on an adventure across Brazil. She spent several months in Amazonia, living at the heart of an indigenous tribe that would initiate her into their customs and instill her with a … Read more

Can luxury be synonymous with eco-consciousness? Speaking with Mariouche Gagne – founder Harricana

Mariouche Gagne, the founder and head designer of Harricana, has created an Ecoluxe brand based on her convinction that luxury can be synonymous with eco-consciousness. By re-using and re-modeling noble and rich materials such as fur , leather, cashmere and silk ,  Mariuche is redefining the perception that excess and waste go hand in hand … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Ariane De Siron – Advertising & Fashion Creative Producer

Ariane De Siron is a European based Advertising & fashion Creative Producer (ie. Production management of TV ads & music videos, photography, 3D animation, radio spots, illustrations), working with various agencies. She has a profound experience in the production of audio & visual material for advertising campaigns for global brands. First as Photographers’agent & Producer, … Read more

La Piccola Danza High-Fashion for Kids

Nay Et Al is launching La Piccola Danza, a High-Fashion Collection for Kids. The collection is comprised of special occasion dresses with sleek beading and rosette ornamentation, blouses with smart pleats and pintuck adornment, sequin shrug boleros with puff-sleeves, sheer overlay skirts with crystal embossment, and a favorite item of the season is a ready-to-wear … Read more

LVMH bought 10 percent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly

LVMH has acquired a 10 per cent stake in China fashion maker Ochirly French luxury giant LVMH has acquired through private equity arm L Capital, a 10 percent stake in mainland fashion maker Ochirly. The deal is worth US$200 million. Ochirly, established in late 1990s, currently operates about 200 retail outlets across the mainland and … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Elena Garcia – eco designer and owner Elena Garcia Eco-Couture

Born in Spain but based in London since 1992, Elena Garcia originally trained as a linguist, specialising in Public Services Interpreting. Her interpreter’s job has led her to work with many local groups and has made her aware of the problems faced by migrant communities and people in penitentiary institutions. Following her passion for design, … Read more