LVMH Métiers d’Art lands in Japan. The French giant has created its Japanese subsidiary, entrusting its head to Emina Morioka (pictured). The structure will cultivate the Asian country’s craftsmanship and know-how, and promote its connection with luxury brands. We can therefore expect a repeat of the operations carried out in Europe by Métiers d’Art, founded […]
Fixo joins MTW Holding. A new operation in the accessories’ segment in service of fashion and luxury industries. Fixo, headquartered in Campodarsego (Padova), is specialized in the prototyping and production of metal decorations and accessories. With this operation, the focus on the accessories’ segment continues. Fixo joins the group controlled by Dbag, active in the […]
From 6 to 18 November, COP 27, the UN climate change convention, is being held in Sharm el Sheikh. And there can be no summit on green policies for the planet without the great of the earth having proper consideration of the role of tanning. This is why ICT (International Council of Tanners) publishes its […]
Paolo Magri provided an observation that could be a common denominator for all content presented during Assomac Annual Assembly, which took place on November 4th inside Milano’s Triennale. During his speech, the executive vice-president of ISPI (Istituto per gli Studi di Politica Internazionale), said that “with all that has happened over the last 15 years,...
Kering also rejected the Higg Index. “We think it’s not adequate for the luxury segment”. The tool was utilized by many brands, members of SAC – Sustainable Apparel Coalition, which is the entity that created the Higg Index. All was considered “valid” until last June, when the NCA – Norwegian Competition Authority stated that the index […]
Let’s put it this way: vegan marketing is liked by vegans when it’s used as a blunt instrument against traditional industries. Yet, they no longer appreciate it that much when it’s aimed against them. The analysis by Business of Fashion of the concerns of producers and users of alternative materials is a clear example of the […]
Here come the Saucony trainers made in Tuscany. And like the manufacture, the leather used – premium suede – is also Italian. The model is called Shadow 5000, and combines the brand’s American DNA with Italian craftsmanship. After all, for the last three years the sports brand has had its own Style and Product Centre...
Italian leather for the new IKKS bags. The flagship model, the 111 (which also gives its name to the complete collection) consists of three parts: 1 bag, 1 pochette and 1 strap, all removable and interchangeable. This collection comprises 6 bags, 6 pochettes and 8 straps, with 288 possible bag combinations. The Monica model, we […]
They call them “non-shoes”. Because classifying them is not easy, since they are somewhere between ballet shoes and slippers. The Row’s Ozzy slippers made their mark on American actress Jennifer Lawrence‘s feet. Many have questioned whether they can really be considered footwear, given their minimalist construction to say the least: they are stretch nappa leather […]
First of all, a positive evaluation: Italian leather is green and the segment participates in the sustainable transition of the fashion industry. Then, an anticipation: OTB Group is evaluating buying part of the capital of some companies of the tanning industry. And Renzo Rosso plans to do so in the more congenial way: without buying...
During its first edition, the Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum (27-28 October) will present Ambrosetti’s 6 proposals – The European House for a green transition of the fashion industry. All the chain’s main players share the urgency to make operations more efficient, say analysts, with a focus on environmental matters, rather than social ones. All around...
Discovering three successful Chinese handbag brands: Songmont, Oleada and Cafunè. The first two focus on product practicality and functionality. The third on design and uniqueness. All three use unusual communication to try to make their way in the crowded world of handbags in China. Western brands reign supreme in Beijing, but in recent years, a […]
Autry’s incredible comeback. The sneakers’ brand founded in Dallas in the 70s went from 3 million euro of revenue in 2019 to 30 million in 2021 (with 15 months of activity) and plans on closing 2022 with 100 million euro in sales. In order to elevate the product quality and positioning, Autry introduced some models...
Two different awards given for one common denominator: social responsibility. Main character: Italy’s tanning segment, specifically two companies: one located in Veneto and one in Tuscany. Both obtained an important recognition for their attention to what we could call “the huma factor”. Gruppo Mastrotto and Masoni Industria Conciaria. The award to Gruppo Mastrotto It’s called […]
For the fourth edition of Artycapucines, Louis Vuitton engaged six artists. Who? Amelie Bertrand, Daniel Buren, Ugo Rondinone, Peter Marino, Park Seo-Bo and Kennedy Yanko. It was their mission to reinvent the iconic Capucines with their own style. LV unveiled the Artycapucines 2022 collection at Paris+, Art Basel organisers’ new art fair. The fourth edition […]
Prada invests in Romania. The Italian luxury group strengthened its production chain by building a new leather goods production site in Sibiu, at the center of the Eastern European country. The plant was made by architect Guido Canali over an area of 31,000 square meters and the ribbon-cutting ceremony was last just last week. According...
Is luxury becoming less and less accessible? Prices for their products have skyrocketed after continuous price tags’ increments by luxury brands, that blame higher costs and inflation. Hermès, for example, said that in 2023 it will increase prices by a higher percentage compared to usual. Gucci’s CEO, Marco Bizzarri, was gave an enigmatic when asked...
“The exceptional craftsmanship of our chain remains central and is what makes made-in-Italy such a success. But by itself it isn’t enough”. Andrea Cottini (at the center in photo), COO (Chief Operating Officer) of Bottega Veneta said so. The manager of the brand participated to Stati Generali della Pelletteria Italiana, which took place on October 18th. The event...
Origins and success of Bottega Veneta told from somebody that lived them firsthand: Renzo Zengiaro founded the brand in 1966 in Vicenza with Michele Taddei. In its story, published on Il Giornale di Vicenza, many references to leather and intertwined work process are mentioned in the story, as they make up the distinguishing characteristic of the brand […]
The first episode is about the industry upstream of the tanning one: animal husbandry. This is why “Rewind”, the docuseries on the sustainability of the US supply chain produced as part of the “Real Leather Stay Different” campaign, starts with “farming”. Because, if there is a need (and there is a need) to clarify the […]
