The deadline, set by mid-July, is approaching. As time goes by, Brooks Brothers are at a crossroads now: either they find a buyer who is willing to purchase the three factories they manage in the United States, or they will have to shut them down. The New York Times has depicted such scenario for the […]
We can call it the effect of Coronavirus on brand accounts. Mulberry cuts over 450 employees in the cost reduction plan. The British brand says that it will dismiss a quarter of its workforce: calculator in hand, it means about 474 people. “An incredibly difficult decision,” said CEO Thierry Andretta, who remains confident about the […]
It reflects sun and doesn’t get warm. That’s how the new leather developed by Mercedes works. The German auto manufacturer will begin using the new components in its convertible E-Class 300 model, which will come out next year. The new functionality, says the company located in Stuttgart, will be the only difference from the materials […]
It starts today, Thursday, June 11, at 5 pm (Hong Kong time). It will be repeated next week, Thursday, June 18. APLF, the Hong Kong exhibition hub (whose next edition has been postponed to 2021), launches a double digital event in collaboration with UNIC – Italian Tanneries. Objective: to promote the leather’s “made in Italy” […]
All China Leather Exhibition will take place, based on the communication from organizers (China Leather Industry Association and APLF Ltd), as planned originally. China’s can-do attitude reflects on the decision that ACLE will take place in Shanghai from September 1st to the 3rd, 2020. China’s can-do attitude “The pandemic situation, after 4 months, is improving […]
The Wallace group sold its tannery to new owners. The New Zealand-based holding, created from the merger between Wallace Corporation and Farm Brands, decided to sell part of its assets to a group of players of which 3 entities operating in the meat industry are part of. Greenlea Premier Meats, Wilson Hellaby and Glendenburg Holdings. The acquisition also […]
At the base of everything there is a misunderstanding, because at some point the idea that “the best day of Hermès sales would have been the trend” was affirmed. Two months after the French designer’s exploit in Guangzhou, the New York Times returns to the subject. Explaining that expectations on revenge spending will be disappointed....
The die is cast. The Leather Decree has been formally and definitively approved by the Italian Government on last 28 May 2020. Unanimous consensus, all over the world, welcomed the news, which is quite an accomplishment achieved by UNIC – Italian tanneries: as emphasized by President Gianni Russo, “we are very proud of such success”. […]
They have shut down. Most likely, they are going to face a winding-up. In fact, the crisis that has been affecting France Tanneries has progressed very rapidly. As reported by ouest-france.fr, the tannery submitted their file before the Commercial Court of Paris, which is going to rule over the business, on June 3rd. The matter, […]
To say that we see the light at the bottom of the tunnel, given numbers and projections, is still not possible. But the new consumer guidelines are defined. McKinsey draws up the profile of the luxury client now that Coronavirus has burst into our lives. The public, analysts say, will be more cautious and smart […]
Such is the plan: to foster and enhance online sales by creating a straight connection with customers. This is one of the peculiarities of Manikomio Dsgn, a project designed by Massimo Cabbia, 49 years old, former marketing and sales agent and manager of a few leather goods leading brands. They officially launched the brand at...
Bangladesh is going to attract Chinese investments as well. For the records, the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) announced they have recently reached an agreement that will enable Unicorn Leather Goods Factory to carry out a relevant investment in the country. The company, headquartered in China, is due to open in Bangladesh a leather […]
Ethical and fair sneakers made in Vietnam. N’go Shoes is a footwear brand first launched in Nantes, France, and created by two long-standing friends we have interviewed. Namely, they are Ronan Collin and Kevin Gougeon, both 29 years old. Such is their plan: for each pair of sneakers sold, they offer a charitable contribution to […]
“The determination with which we have pursued this achievement makes us particularly proud”. The approval, on Thursday May 28th 2020, of the Leather Decree by the Council of Ministers isn’t only “a very important result”. Gianni Russo, president of UNIC – Italian Tanneries and owner of tannery Russo di Casandrino, believes this to be a […]
Chinese revenge spending for Prada too. After Furla, the brand led by Patrizio Bertelli and Miuccia Prada announces a rebound in sales in Beijing. A rebound that does not compensate, however, the losses suffered during the lockdown. Meanwhile, by publishing the 2019 CSR Report, the brand puts its supply method of raw materials in writing. […]
Fashion hasn’t stopped, we know it. And the news of spring-summer 2020 began to peep into fashion influencers’ shots: first as mini défilé in the corridor between their bedrooms and living rooms, then in the first post released after lockdown. The stylistic trends of the season are outlined, and many brands take advantage of the […]
Hidden machineguns, oil slicks and leather interiors. Aston Martin will make a limited-edition Bond DB5 series, replicating the one driven by the most famous secret agent in the world. As reported by the New York Times, the vehicle will be exactly the same as the original, though the accessories will not be functional. On the […]
According to McLaren, a supercar deserves real leather only. The British luxury carmaker launched its new GT model on the market. Beside from its great performances, the supercar with Speedtail DNA, has extreme attention to details. A distinctive trait that the McLaren Tech Club has narrated in a video that highlights leather as a key […]
Even masks are fashion these days. And among the items on the market there are also those made of leather. The Italian brand Les Jeux du Marquis chose python for an extra-luxury solution, while the French Maison Fabre and Eureka make them in lamb leather. For all of them, leather stands out for its greater […]
The result, writes UNIC – Italian Tanneries is “very important”. One for Italy’s tanning segment and, more generally, for the entire leather chain. The news requires few words to be commented and, in summary, these are: the decree is finally here! In other words, the Council of Ministers approved, on Thursday, May 28th 2020, the […]
