Shockwaves in Paris as Riccardo Tisci named new Burberry designer

Appointment of Italian creative at the traditionally British brand hints at a radical turnaround plan

LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence, the biggest vocational training program in the luxury industry, announced major European expansion

LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence announces expansion and new courses for students and apprentices interested in careers in artisanal craftsmanship, creative and luxury retail. For its first class in 2014 the IME welcomed 28 apprentices. Since then, nearly 300 trainees have joined this unique work/study program. This growth reflects both an increase in the number of apprentices … Read more

Gucci channels Elton John for its Milan fashion week show

Creative director Alessandro Michele draws on the glam rock star’s stagewear in avant-garde collection that defies convention

Landmark agreement between the luxury group home to some of the world’s most desired luxury brands and Alibaba

Kering Luxury Group and Alibaba Group Agree to Cooperate in Protection of Intellectual Property and Joint Enforcement. Kering Luxury Group is taking proactive measures and using advanced technology to help law enforcement bodies and other relevant authorities to address the challenges of intellectual property infringement. The luxury group owner of some of the world’s most … Read more

Tiffany & Co. Celebrates Individual Style with new fragrance, new campaign and a new CEO

Tiffany’s new campaign reflects the personal style and influence of the men and women who have worn Tiffany jewelry throughout the brand’s 180-year history. The fall campaign represents Reed Krakoff’s first creative expression for the high-end jewelry house. Tiffany’s creative team led by Krakoff, called upon acclaimed fashion photographers Inez & Vinoodh to capture the … Read more