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South Korea's Handsome accelerates expansion in France, plots UK growth

South Korean group Handsome, a subsidiary of Hyundai Department Store Group, is considering continued expansion in Europe, with discussions underway for regular entry into several major French department stores and wholesale contracts with global distributors, including Harrods in the UK. A Handsome official stated: "Paris serves as a...

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Prada, Jil Sander, Jack Wolfskin… An overview of new management in the fashion industry

Even during the seemingly quiet summer period, the fashion industry continues its reshuffle. From Lancel and Nike to Geox and Marni, FashionUnited has compiled the most important personnel decisions of recent months. Jil Sander: Ubaldo Minelli appointed CEO Ubaldo Minelli, chief executive officer of the Italian fashion group OTB Group, is now...

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Arthur Lemoine becomes CEO of Galeries Lafayette

Galeries Lafayette Group has announced the appointment of Arthur Lemoine as its chief executive officer. He takes up the role from Monday, July 7, 2025. Lemoine succeeds Nicolas Houzé, chairman of the management board of the French department store group. Lemoine is 40 years old. He holds a master's degree in mathematics from Paris Dauphine...

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Children’s fashion: discovering the job of purchasing manager (for example at Galeries Lafayette)

According to market research and consulting firm Mordor Intelligence, the global children's wear market is expected to reach 353.20 million US dollars by 2029, growing at a rate of 5.35 percent annually. A rather encouraging outlook, even if in France, children's fashion has experienced a slowdown in recent years. Between optimistic forecasts,...

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Galeries Lafayette's ambitious bet on the success of men's fashion

As the luxury sector experiences a post-pandemic slowdown, Galeries Lafayette in Paris is taking a decisive turn by focusing on men’s fashion as a lever for growth. This strategy responds to a growing global trend: the rise of men’s ready-to-wear. A strategic repositioning for men's fashion Galeries Lafayette was quick to see the growth...

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Galeries Lafayette unveils 400 million euro five year reinvention plan

Nicolas Houzé, representing the fifth generation of the Galeries Lafayette family group, has just unveiled his plans for the future, with 400 million euros allocated to modernization and innovation over five years. A bold bet to preserve the growth and profitability of the stores, while responding to the challenges of global competition and...

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Rains making waves: Pop-up in Galeries Lafayette

Rains has opened a pop-up space at the Paris Haussmann location of French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette. The 30 square meter temporary space is located in an atrium in the menswear area, Rains announced on Thursday. The Danish outerwear brand will also be stocking some of the shop windows for the period until October 14. Rains has its...

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Savage X Fenty teams up with Galeries Lafayette and arrives in France

As part of an ongoing international expansion strategy, Savage X Fenty, the lingerie brand founded by Rihanna, has chosen to partner with French department store Galeries Lafayette. Starting September 12, the deal allows the brand to be distributed in nine Galeries Lafayette stores across France, including stores in Marseille Prado, Béziers,...

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Galeries Lafayette and Motier: New management structure with focus on new generation

Motier, the holding company that owns the Parisian department store chain Galeries Lafayette, is changing its management structure. 97-year-old Ginette Moulin is handing over her role as head of the family holding company to the fourth and fifth generations of the Moulin family. Philippe Houzé, son-in-law of Ginette Moulin, will be the new...

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Paris: Galeries Lafayette opens pre-owned watch and jewellery space

Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the flagship department store of Galeries Lafayette in Paris known for its Art Nouveau Dome, has opened a dedicated space for pre-owned watches and jewellery. On LinkedIn, the Galeries Lafayette group explained that the opening of this new space reflects a strong demand from its clientele. Located on the ground...

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CEO of France's La Redoute to resign at the end of July

La Redoute, owned by the Galeries Lafayette group, announced on Thursday that its CEO, Philippe Berlan, will step down at the end of July. He wants to “pursue a new professional opportunity”. An interim CEO will be appointed until a successor is found. Philippe Berlan, who has been CEO since March 2022 and was previously deputy CEO, will leave...

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India's luxury market poised for expansion, says Barclays

India's luxury market is primed for substantial growth, according to Barclays, with forecasts indicating an annual expansion of 15 percent to 25 percent over the next seven years. This trajectory could elevate the market's value to an impressive 23 billion euros to 38 billion euros. The driving force behind this surge, Barclays notes, is India’s...