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Burberry strengthens executive team with key appointments

Burberry has announced the appointments of Matteo Calonaci as chief operating and supply chain officer and Johnattan Leon as chief customer officer, effective immediately. Both executives will join the executive committee and report directly to CEO Joshua Schulman. Calonaci, previously senior vice president of strategy and transformation, will...

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Gant appoints Fredrik Malm as CEO

Gant has appointed Fredrik Malm as its chief executive officer (CEO), the American sportswear brand announced on Friday. Malm will take up the position effective December 1, 2025. He succeeds Patrik Söderström, who has led the brand, part of the Swiss fashion company MF Brands Group, for the past six years. “It is an honour to take on this role...

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Office Christmas party in 2025: time for a grown-up upgrade

Remember the old-fashioned office Christmas party? Glittery dresses were already askew early in the evening and tacky Christmas jumpers suddenly became too hot. Prosecco flowed freely and a champagne tower teetered, threatening to collapse at any moment. The next morning brought a pounding headache, memory gaps, and a voicemail from your boss...

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Reliance Retail names Jeyandran Venugopal as president & CEO

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), the holding company for India's foremost retailer, Reliance Retail, has announced the appointment of Jeyandran Venugopal as its new president & CEO. Venugopal, a former Flipkart executive, brings 25 years of extensive global experience in retail, e-commerce, technology, and business transformation. His...

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Bestseller India appoints Manika Mittal to lead Vero Moda

Bestseller India has appointed Manika Mittal as the new business head for its Vero Moda brand in India, signaling a strategic reinforcement of the brand's leadership amidst an accelerated expansion phase. The company announced the appointment via its official LinkedIn handle, stating: "A new chapter begins at VERO MODA as we welcome Manika...

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Dario Vitale to exit Versace after a single season

In what might have been one of fashion’s quickest turnarounds, Dario Vitale is exiting Versace less than three months after unveiling his vision for the Italian fashion house. The designer, who was officially announced in March 2025 as Donatella Versace's successor, has left the brand, as reported by Women’s Wear Daily on Thursday. Versace...

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Hermès heir sues LVMH and Bernard Arnault for 14 billion euros

Fifteen years after his raid on Hermès, Bernard Arnault and his LVMH group are caught up in a saga between two French luxury giants: an heir to the accessories specialist, claiming to have been dispossessed of his shares in the family jewel, is demanding 14 billion euros. Nicolas Puech, 82, a Swiss resident, accuses his former wealth manager,...

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And they also teach…Makeba Lewis, Textile Designer, sustainability consultant and teacher at Central Saint Martins

Makeba Lewis has built a career that bridges creativity, craftsmanship and conscious innovation. From the Royal College of Art to her current role at Central Saint Martins, her work explores the intersections of material experimentation, well-being and heritage techniques. This interview is part of And They Also Teach, a series by FashionUnited...

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7 For All Mankind appoints new creative director, preps NYFW debut

Californian denim brand 7 For All Mankind has announced the appointment of Nicola Brognano as its new creative director. The Italian designer joins the company amid a broader business evolution, during which the brand has sought to elevate consumer touch points and product categories. The news was confirmed by 7 For All Mankind in a post on...

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Toms names new chief commercial officer

American footwear brand Toms has named former Crocs and HeyDude executive Katie Wagner as its new chief commercial officer to strengthen its global growth strategy. Wagner has been brought on to oversee the brand's global sales channels, including wholesale sales and operations, e-commerce, and marketplaces. In addition, she will partner closely...

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Pietro Beccari's career path: An example of leadership in luxury fashion

Pietro Beccari, the newly appointed chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of LVMH Fashion Group, started his career at the University of Parma, where he became the first ‘Alumnus of the Year’. According to a 2018 university statement, the executive was the first name inscribed on the award's roll of honour. This recognition was established...

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Nike overhauls executive team to streamline operations

Nike, Inc. announced a series of major senior leadership changes aimed at streamlining operations, accelerating decision-making and strengthening the company’s connection to consumers and athletes. In a note to employees, president and CEO Elliott Hill said the restructuring is designed to “remove layers” and position Nike to operate as a more...