Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
Streetwear brand Ksubi to launch childrenswear
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Australian streetwear label Ksubi is launching a childrenswear category. The brand, best known for its rebellious flair and distressed denim, said launching a Kids collection marks a pivotal moment in its timeline, as it endeavours to translate its signature aesthetic into pint-sized fashion statements. Called Ksubi Kids, the collection builds...
Bottega Veneta launches third edition of Bottega for Bottegas
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Now in its third consecutive year, Bottega Veneta continues its collaboration with small artisan workshops worldwide through its 'Bottega for Bottegas' initiative. The project serves to amplify the expertise and creativity of these workshops, many of which engage in meticulous handmade production methods. While the inaugural edition spotlighted...
Is Inditex undervalued or overvalued?
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Is Inditex undervalued or overvalued? The valuation of the world’s largest retailer, the parent company of renowned brands like Zara, Massimo Dutti, and Pull & Bear, has been a topic of extensive discussion among analysts. While some argue that the stock is undervalued, others have proposed long-term forecasts, projecting a potential increase in...
5 steps fashion companies can take to launch businesses online, without breaking the bank
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The holiday season marks the zenith of retail sales, with 75 percent of shoppers intending to make online purchases. Astonishingly, a significant 33 percent of businesses, including fashion companies, are yet to establish an online presence, resulting in a minimum loss of 10 percent in annual profits. Consequently, the recent surge of 75 percent...
If Valentino launched today ‘we’d be doing slow fashion’ - Giancarlo Giammetti
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The business of Valentino has changed hands more than that of other luxury brands, yet the brand's cachet remains undiminished despite a roster of different owners. Now under Kering's portfolio, who acquired a 30 percent stake from Qatari investment vehicle Mayhoola, Valentino has weathered multiple ownership transitions and maintained its...
Farfetch could offload Browns as it seeks to raise cash
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When Farfetch acquired the London boutique business of Browns in 2015, it marked the onset of a new era for retail, illustrating how digital and physical stores could seamlessly integrate. This move, where a digital platform acquired a high-end fashion business, was a novel proposition, lending Farfetch both gravitas and the potential to be an...
Tom Ford could double retail footprint with 50 new stores
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In a bid to leverage its formidable brand name, Tom Ford's fashion division, currently operating just 51 stores, is poised to potentially double its retail presence to 100 stores in the coming years. The ambition was outlined by Gildo Zegna, Chairman of Zegna, the owner of Tom Ford's fashion arm, during an investor's day in New York. Zegna...
High street fashion brands are rethinking their store portfolio
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Last month, Zara unveiled its largest store yet, a colossal 9,000-square-meter fashion haven in the Dutch city of Rotterdam. The premises, formerly a C&A department store unit, underwent a transformation into a mega-brand experience as parent company Inditex adjusts its international store footprint strategy. Similar XL destinations can be found...
Calzedonia Group rebrands as Oniverse, reflecting diverse portfolio
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In a strategic move signaling a departure from its traditional fashion focus, Italy’s Calzedonia Group is rebranding itself as Oniverse. The name change reflects the group's foray into diverse sectors, exemplified by its recent acquisitions, including the Pardo shipyard last August. The company also operates Calzedonia shoes in addition to...
Balenciaga bets on hype with latest Hollywood show
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With bags adorned with the label Erewhon, cleverly crafted as an anagram for Nowhere, Balenciaga unveiled its Fall 2024 collection in Hollywood. The inspiration behind Erewhon traces back to a British satire written in 1872 by Samuel Butler, envisioning a fictional place that challenged the prevailing norms of religion, law, and order during...