Valentino CEO Jacopo Venturini Steps Down Jacopo Venturini, the CEO of Valentino, is bidding farewell to his role after a successful five-year tenure. His departure comes at a crucial time for the Italian luxury fashion house as it undergoes a period of creative redefinition and ownership transition. Venturini’s decision to step down is attributed to […]
Qatar-backed Mayhoola denies report it is considering Valentino sale with Kering
Mayhoola Denies Reports of Valentino Sale to Kering: What’s Next for the Fashion House? Mayhoola, the Qatar-backed investment fund, has recently found itself at the center of speculation regarding a potential sale of Valentino to Kering. However, the fund has swiftly moved to deny these reports, leaving many in the fashion industry wondering about the […]
Why Padel Is Luxury’s New Favourite Sport
Padel: The Luxury Sport Trend Taking the World by Storm In the realm of luxury sports, there is a new player in town that is captivating the hearts of the affluent and fashion-forward individuals: Padel. This racket sport, a blend of tennis and squash, has been gaining immense popularity in recent years, attracting not only […]
Valentino Faces Uncertainty as CEO Takes Sick Leave Amid Profit Slowdown
Valentino Faces Uncertainty as CEO Takes Sick Leave Amid Profit Slowdown Valentino, the renowned luxury fashion house, is currently grappling with a wave of uncertainty as its CEO takes a leave of absence due to health reasons. This unexpected development has sent ripples of concern through the high-end brand, raising questions about its future strategic […]
Kering Acquires Lens Maker Lenti in Eyewear Push
Kering Acquires Lens Maker Lenti in Eyewear Push Kering, the renowned luxury group, has once again made headlines with its recent acquisition of the Italian lens manufacturer, Lenti. This strategic move is aimed at further strengthening Kering’s industrial platform within the high-end eyewear sector, solidifying its position as a key player in the competitive market. […]
Pierpaolo Piccioli Is Balenciaga’s Next Creative Director
Pierpaolo Piccioli Is Balenciaga’s Next Creative Director In a surprising turn of events, Pierpaolo Piccioli, the veteran Italian designer known for his deft use of color and sculptural, poetic couture, is set to succeed Demna Gvasalia at the helm of the Kering-owned brand, Balenciaga. This unexpected announcement has sent shockwaves through the fashion industry, as […]
Valentino Unit Put Under Court Administration Over Labour Exploitation
Valentino Unit Put Under Court Administration Over Labour Exploitation Italian luxury fashion house Valentino has recently come under fire as a Milan court has ruled to put its unit, Valentino Bags Lab, under court administration due to allegations of labor exploitation. The court’s decision stems from findings that Valentino Bags Lab had subcontracted production to […]
Valentino Sales Slipped by 2% in 2024
Valentino Sales Slipped by 2% in 2024: A Closer Look at the Impact on the Brand’s Strategy Valentino, the renowned Italian fashion house, faced a minor setback in 2024 as its sales dipped by 2%. While this news may raise eyebrows in the fashion industry, a deeper dive into the numbers reveals a strategic move […]
Paris Day Seven: When the Clothes Do the Talking
Paris Day Seven: When the Clothes Do the Talking On the seventh day of Paris Fashion Week, the spotlight was not just on the renowned fashion houses like Duran Lantink, Valentino, and Balenciaga. Instead, it was a day where the clothes themselves took center stage, conveying messages that went beyond the traditional realms of brand […]
‘Beauty Creates Beauty’: Valentino Founders Tease New Cultural Space in Rome
“Beauty Creates Beauty”: Valentino Founders to Open New Cultural Space in Rome Valentino, the iconic fashion house, is not only renowned for its exquisite designs but also for its commitment to art and culture. In an exciting development, the founders of Valentino, Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti, are set to unveil a new cultural space […]