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Marimekko CEO on modernising the brand while keeping Unikko-heritage alive

If you know Marimekko, then you are likely already familiar with the brand’s bold graphic poppy print, suitably titled Unikko – the word for ‘poppy’ in Finnish. Initially created by the brand’s designer Maija Isola, it has now become synonymous with Marimekko’s design language, and is recognisable on a global scale. Celebrations ahead of the...

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Ba&sh CEO Pierre-Arnaud Grenade: ‘We weren’t born sustainable, but we take it seriously’

French fashion brand Ba&sh is one of those names in the premium segment that is enjoying success despite inflationary pressures. Beyond its products, its desirability stems from a well-honed and constantly evolving CSR policy. In 2022, while its sales increased by 22 percent, Ba&sh's carbon footprint decreased by 15 percent – data shared with...

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Ganesh Srivats: how we’ll all be shopping in 10 years’ time

The newest episode of Wardrobe Icons ‘ICONversations’ features the CEO of Moda Operandi, Ganesh Srivats. From his finance career and how he decided to make the switch to fashion, he tells all about his professional path that started in London. He shares insights on the future of fashion, tech, retail and business that are fascinating. This...

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The end of formal business attire?

While the suit may previously have been declared dead by fashion's forecasters, then resurrected for the umpteenth time on catwalks everywhere, formal business attire has been left somewhat to fend for its own merit. This week Goldman Sachs, the oracle of investment banking, sent an internal memo to its employees stating it was loosening its...

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Video: ex-CEO of Victoria's Secret shares her secret of success

During a talk in the University of Texas, Sharen Turney, shares the story of her journey through the retail world to become the female CEO of a lingerie superpower. Source: Youtube, University of Texas

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Hugo Boss says farewell to CEO Claus-Dietrich Lahrs

German fashion label Hugo Boss is set to bid its current Chief Executive Officer, Claus-Dietrich Lahrs, farewell. The current CEO reportedly requested his exit, which was approved through a mutual agreement with the managing board today, effective as of February 29, 2016 according to a company press release. Hugo Boss thanked Lahrs for his work...