LVMH is discovering just how challenging it can be to produce luxury goods in the United States. Eleven former employees of Louis Vuitton’s factory in Texas shared with Reuters the site’s issues and poor performance. Reportedly, it is “one of the worst facilities of the French brand”, with leather waste rates twice the norm and […]
Creativity takes over Milan in the melting pot of Design Week. At the Fuorisalone, art, fashion, and interior design all speak the same language – and leather is the deciding factor in defining luxury. Among the countless installations, the living collections showcased in showrooms, and the hunt for the most original products and gadgets, leather...
Cotance, the acronym representing European tanning in Brussels, is withdrawing from the technical secretariat for PEFCR Footwear and Apparel because the “category rules”, i.e., the methodology for calculating the carbon footprint of accessories and apparel, that the table is drafting, unduly favor synthetics. PEFCR Footwear and Apparel The technical secretariat launched in 2024 with a positive […]
In the footwear market, supply has increased while demand has declined. The slowdown in consumer spending isn’t limited to the luxury sector – lower price ranges are also affected. This is due both to inflation, which has eroded household purchasing power, and to the perception of fashion and footwear as non-essential, avoidable expenses. What are...
“Finding someone who believes in the project”. That’s the main challenge faced by new brands entering the footwear market. It’s difficult to find suppliers and manufacturers (as well as financial institutions, etc.) who are willing to place their trust in those passionate about footwear and starting a new venture. Just like Sneark – sustainable sneakers...
It’s a case that has mobilized international press sources, even if the corrections announced the 9th of April erased the customs injustice. Why did the Trump administration initially impose a 29% tariff on Norfolk Island? Not only was the tariff far higher than the 10% tariff the U.S. provides for Australia, whose island is an...
The Salone del Mobile in Milan opened on Tuesday (8 April) with high expectations – yet under the looming shadow of tariffs. The excitement surrounding the Milanese fair dedicated to interior design is tempered by the uncertainty of an international market unsettled by Donald Trump’s recent tariff announcement. “At the moment, it’s impossible to make...
Milan Design Week is ready to begin, and we’re here to find out what the vibe is. Tuesday marked the start of the Salone del Mobile 2025, running until 13 April. This major event, which focuses on design and furniture, kicks off at the Fiera Milano Rho exhibition centre and will unveil this year’s latest […]
The decline of London Fashion Week is becoming increasingly apparent. The British Fashion Council (BFC), the organisation responsible for promoting the growth of British fashion, has announced structural changes to the calendar of the upcoming fashion season. According to a press release, the changes are intended to “expand international presence by offering crucial commercial opportunities […]
Is there still room in the world of sneakers? The experience of the BBack brand suggests there is. Founded in 2022, it closed 2024 with over EUR 4 million in sales, and is aiming for a further 40% growth in 2025. “The future of sneakers lies in functional design – a fusion of fashion, anatomy,...
Sicit’s reorganization is underway. A contest between three U.S. funds is ongoing to acquire a minority stake, according to Il Sole 24 Ore’s The Insider blog. Sicit, share reorganization Sicit was founded in 1960 in Arzignano (Vicenza) and is active in the development and production of next-generation organic products dedicated to agriculture (and beyond) derived...
Crackdown on greenwashing. In Germany, the Nuremberg-Fürth court has convicted Adidas for misleading and unlawful advertising. The German giant had been taken to court by the German Environmental Aid (DUH). In the United Kingdom, from Sunday 6 April, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has been granted significantly enhanced powers to tackle greenwashing — including […]
There is little to be happy about the duties imposed by the Trump administration, in general. Italian and European tanning, in particular, see a new obstacle to a strategic market. “The tariffs (of 10% ad valorem from April 5, 20% ad valorem from April 9, ed.) will be added to the duties currently scheduled for...
The precedents are clear: in 2018, 2020 and 2022 collapses of the stock exchanges (taking the Standard & Poor’s 500 index as a reference) was always followed in the States by a month of declining transactions for luxury goods. Nothing good can come from the stock market earthquake that followed Donald Trump’s start of the...
On “Liberation Day” President Donald Trump (in photo) announced new tariffs for all imported goods. Split between April 5 and April 9, Mr. Trump has put duties ranging between 20% (on the EU) to 10% on the UK, going from 31% on Switzerland to 34% on China will come into effect. And the fashion industry […]
In 2024, the U.S. was the second largest market by value and the third by volume, in terms of destination for Italian shoes. According to numbers released by Assocalzaturifici, they make up 12% of Italy’s total exports by value. Thanks to the increase in average price, sales in 2024 were the third highest ever (higher...
The near future of Chanel. Arthur Heilbronn as a potential CEO, a production model inspired by Hermès, and a continued rise in prices—these are the key elements shaping Chanel’s near future. Meanwhile, the maison is also dealing with issues in China. According to Beijing’s media, Chanel is cutting jobs. The French company, however, has responded,...
Francesco Murano, a young Italian designer, has been selected as one of the eight finalists for the twelfth edition of the LVMH Prize. This prestigious award, promoted by the luxury giant, each year celebrates emerging designers who stand out for their creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship. Murano won the Camera Moda Fashion Trust award in 2024,...
The timeline is for December 2026, while the scope of action is the Arzignano tanning district. Goals: particularly challenging and topical. In other words, the objective consists in addressing the “sustainable and circular management of waste and wastewater. It’s called Rewaster and is “the research and development project” – presented today in Arzignano – led...
Design Week is just around the corner. From April 8-13, more than 2,100 exhibitors from 37 countries, will be at the 63rd Salone del Mobile in Milan. The pavilions of Fiera Milano Rho will feature 148 exhibiting brands over an area of 169,000 square meters, joined by another 300 brands participating in the biennial Euroluce,...
