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Chirag Patel: the trustee reshaping Pentland's family empire
Chirag Patel became chief executive officer of Pentland Brands on January 1, 2021, inheriting a portfolio built around swimming pools, gyms, rugby pitches and the great outdoors at the precise moment a pandemic had closed most of them. A year into the job, asked what he had learned, he did not reach for a growth metric. He reached for a...
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Video: History of Loewe, told by Antonio Banderas
This animated video, narrated by Antonio Banderas himself, traces the 180-year history of Loewe, from its origins in 1845 as a modest leather goods workshop in Madrid to becoming a global benchmark in the luxury sector. The narrative explores how the brand fused Spanish artisanal expertise with the commercial vision of its German founder,...
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Video: Denim professionals discuss industry dynamics and future vision
This piece revisits the FRESH BLOOD series by highlighting a conversation with two young denim professionals, Lucille Ix (22) and Lucas Van de Woestyne (27). Both grew up in the industry, and their families have known each other for generations. The discussion covers how the massive denim industry operates as a small community, the longevity of...
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Spring/Summer 2027 Trend Report: Navigating a Polycrisis Season of Pleasure, Protection and the Quiet Return of Elegance
Executive summary: A confluence of held polarities and considered pleasure defines SS27 The spring/summer 2027 season arrives in a global context trend forecasters describe with unusual unanimity. WGSN and Coloro frame 2027 as a "polycrisis" that will push consumers toward community and nature. David Shah, speaking at Mare di Moda, reads the...
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Video: Pierre-Alexis Dumas details Hermès handbag creation on 60 Minutes
Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas recently provided the renowned news magazine 60 Minutes with an exclusive, intimate look inside the hallowed workshops of the Parisian fashion house. During the segment, Dumas meticulously detailed the intricate, generations-old craftsmanship and specialized skills required to create their globally...
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Alipay introduces artificial intelligence payment infrastructure
Chinese digital platform Alipay has introduced its full-stack artificial intelligence payment solution to partners across various industries, including traditional retailers and technology firms. The company debuted two new services this week, AI Wallet and Token Pay, to support the rapid growth of the agentic commerce ecosystem. The launch...
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Video: Tim Blanks interviews Jonathan Anderson on Dior transition
Jonathan Anderson’s seminal first year as the Creative Director of Dior is the compelling focus of an in-depth conversation with fashion journalist Tim Blanks, published exclusively in the highly anticipated System Issue No. 25. The extensive discussion offers a rare, candid glimpse into the enormous professional and creative undertaking of...
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Pas Normal Studios and Salomon launch SS26 crossover collection
Pas Normal Studios and French outdoor brand Salomon are launching a joint crossover collection for the spring/summer 2026 season. The line combines the technical cycling DNA and design codes of Pas Normal Studios' experimental T.K.O. line with Salomon's performance expertise, the Danish cycling label announced on Monday. At the heart of the...
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Lauro De Marinis, known as Achille Lauro, is new creative director of Dondup
Lauro De Marinis, the Italian singer-songwriter known as Achille Lauro, has taken on the role of creative director at Dondup, Milan-based ready-to-wear brand. Lauro will present his first capsule collection on June 15 during his concert at the San Siro stadium in Milan. In his new role, De Marinis will lead Dondup's design studio with the...
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Mina Piccinini appointed president of Moncler Grenoble
Moncler has appointed Mina Piccinini as president of Moncler Grenoble. Piccinini is a long-standing figure within the group and was previously the chief marketing and corporate strategy officer. This appointment is part of a broader reorganisation. Rod Manley will take over marketing responsibilities, while Piccinini will retain corporate...
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