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Burberry appoints former Chanel diversity head as chief people officer

British luxury brand Burberry has named Alexandra McCauley as its new chief people officer. McCauley will start the position on November 15, when she will become responsible for all aspects of the brand’s people strategy on a global basis. She will also join Burberry’s executive committee, and will report directly to chief executive officer...

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Burberry sales grow boosted by strong recovery in Q4

Burberry’s FY23 revenue advanced 5 percent at CER and 10 percent on a reported basis to 3,094 million pounds compared to the prior year; while comparable store sales increased 7 percent. In the fourth quarter, the company’s comparable store sales rose 16 percent, accelerating from 1 percent in the third quarter. Burberry continues to maintain...

Fashion

Item of the week: the check sweater

What it is: The check, or plaid, sweater is a staple item for the autumn/winter season, as evidenced by its prominent place on designer runways and in collections for the coming months. Check itself has a long, broad history, and has links to an array of notable fashion houses, namely that of Burberry, which has long integrated the famous...

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Item of the week: the lace dress

What it is: The lace dress is a style that transcends seasons and fashion trends, appearing in looks that can be linked to almost every aesthetic, from bohemia to formalwear to beachwear. While typically a trend that appears in the summer season, its prominence on the runway for autumn/winter 2023 has seen it take on new forms, in styles that...

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Burberry launches limited-edition scarf dedicated to King Charles III

British heritage brand and Royal Warrant holder Burberry has unveiled a limited-edition printed scarf celebrating the gardens at His Majesty King Charles III’s private residence at Highgrove. The green-hued scarf showcases, created in partnership between Burberry and Highgrove, showcases an illustrated scene of the gardens of Highgrove House in...

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Without tax free shopping UK is least attractive shopping destination says Burberry chief

Burberry chair Gerry Murphy has accused UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak of making a grave mistake in removing the VAT refund for foreign shoppers, claiming that it has made the UK the least attractive shopping destination in Europe. Mr Murphy alluded that tourists can shop tax-free in other cities such as Paris, Milan, and Amsterdam, making the UK...

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Item of the week: the grey sweater

What it is: While not exactly the most electrifying item of the week, the grey sweater reigned supreme on the runways of the autumn/winter 2023 season. Among the frills and florals, this minimalist pullover style was spotted throughout a vast number of collections, often paired with statement pieces and contrasting colourings that made it a...

Culture

Burberry to create costumes for The Royal Ballet

British luxury brand Burberry is set to embark on a new venture, unveiling its plans to collaborate with director and choreographer Wayne McGregor on costumes for his latest work for The Royal Ballet. The currently untitled production is set to debut June 9, and will be performed at the Royal Opera House in London. The costumes themselves will...

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Gucci and Burberry join start-up platform aiming to 'protect' luxury product value

Tech start-up Labell-D has launched a new platform that looks to help consumers protect the value of their luxury products through validated pricing. Powered by Web3 software engine Digital Label, the ‘Luxury Asset Exchange’ hopes to offer consumers a way to reframe retail for smarter consumption, which Labell-D says is more circular and...

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Burberry taps supply chain chief from Kering

British heritage brand Burberry has named Klaus Bierbrauer as its chief supply chain and industrial officer, with immediate effect. In the newly-created role, Bierbrauer will lead Burberry’s supply chain and product development teams globally. He will also join Burberry’s executive committee and report directly to chief executive Jonathan...

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Burberry invests in supply chain and acquires Italian outerwear manufacturer

Burberry is aiming to strengthen its supply chain with the acquisition of an Italian outerwear manufacturer. The British luxury brand acquired the technical outerwear facility from Pattern SpA, a longtime supplier whose business activities include engineering and production of luxury garments. Burberry acquired the company for 21 million euros...

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Burberry appoints Kate Ferry as chief financial officer

Burberry has announced the appointment of Kate Ferry as chief financial officer and executive director. Ferry, the company said in a release, who will join Burberry by early September 2023 at the latest, will have responsibility for finance and business services functions and will become a member of Burberry's board and executive committee,...