Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
Dior bows in Rome with Maria Grazia Chiuri’s cinematic Cruise collection
In a moment layered with symbolism and theatrical intent, Maria Grazia Chiuri unveiled what is widely expected to be her final collection for Dior, choosing Rome — a city steeped in history, mythology, and personal resonance — to host the Maison’s Cruise 2025 presentation. The setting: Villa Albani Torlonia, a baroque sanctuary housing one of...
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Indian textile industry faces scrutiny over toxic chemical contamination
A recent study by environmental advocacy group Toxics Link, in collaboration with the Environmental Defense Fund, has raised concerns over the presence of hazardous chemicals in India's textile industry. The report highlights the widespread use of nonylphenol and its ethoxylates (NPEs) in textile manufacturing processes, substances known for...
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Tod’s accolades show why Italian craftsmanship is the new luxury power move
As the luxury sector increasingly reckons with questions of authenticity, sustainability, and the long-term value of heritage, Tod’s has emerged as a standard-bearer for Italy’s artisanal tradition—now receiving dual international accolades that underscore its strategic positioning in a crowded global market. Diego Della Valle, President of Tod’...
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Chanel charts a new course amid luxury sector slowdown
Chanel, long seen as a bellwether of the global luxury market, reported a 4.5 per cent decline in sales for 2024, falling to 18.7bn dollars, as economic pressures and shifting consumer behaviour weighed on the industry. Operating profit fell more sharply, down 28.2 per cent to 4.5bn dollars, according to results released on Tuesday. The downturn...
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Saudi Fashion Awards return as Riyadh stakes claim as regional creative capital
The Saudi Fashion Commission has confirmed the return of the Saudi Fashion Awards for a second edition, to be held in Riyadh on May 22. The announcement comes as Saudi Arabia intensifies its push to position itself as a serious player in the global fashion and beauty industries, and underscores the Kingdom’s ambition to shape its own fashion...
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Balenciaga names Pierpaolo Piccioli Creative Director amid strategic overhaul at Kering
Kering has appointed Pierpaolo Piccioli as the new creative director of Balenciaga, marking a pivotal moment in the French luxury conglomerate’s broader effort to stabilise and reposition its flagship fashion houses after a challenging 2024. The group reported a 12 per cent drop in annual revenue for 2024, with widening losses at Gucci, as well...
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Louis Vuitton bets on nostalgia with final Murakami drop
Louis Vuitton has unveiled the third and final installment of its re-edition partnership with Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami. This chapter, marking the 20th anniversary of their initial 2003 collaboration, not only leverages nostalgia but also reflects a calculated attempt by parent company LVMH to invigorate consumer interest...
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"Let Them Be Naked" documentary lifts veil on chemical risks in clothing
As pressure mounts on the fashion industry to confront its environmental and health impacts, designer Jeff Garner is offering a personal—and urgent—call to action. His award-winning documentary Let Them Be Naked will stream globally for the first time this Mother’s Day weekend (8–11 May), in memory of his mother, Peggy Lynn Garner, whose death...
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American footwear industry warns of tariff fallout
A coalition of major U.S. footwear companies is sounding the alarm over the potential devastation of new tariffs, warning that the levies could trigger widespread business closures, job losses, and price hikes for consumers. In a letter to the Trump administration, the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), representing industry...
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Kering bets on water positivity in sustainability pivot
In an era where the fashion industry’s sustainability rhetoric often outpaces its results, Kering, the luxury conglomerate behind Gucci, Saint Laurent and Bottega Veneta, has unveiled what it calls a “Water-Positive Strategy.” The initiative marks the latest chapter in the group’s climate response, this time addressing water scarcity and...
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