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SMCP secures distribution deals in Philippines and Indonesia

SMCP has announced the signing of two new distribution deals in the Philippines and Indonesia, countries the company said were “key drivers of development and influence, with strong economic growth and a flourishing middle class”. SSI Group will take over the distribution of SMCP brands in the Philippines, while Map Group will oversee...

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Adidas loses its lawsuit against Isabel Marant and Sandro

In a major blow for Adidas, the Court of Cassation, France's supreme court for civil and criminal cases, definitively ruled on June 26, 2024 in favour of Isabel Marant and Sandro, thus ending six years of litigation. The German sportswear manufacturer filed a lawsuit in 2018, accusing the two fashion brands of counterfeiting its famous three...

Retail

Sandro launches AI tool to help customers find their 'ideal size'

French brand Sandro, owned by the SMCP group, is relying on artificial intelligence (AI) to help its customers choose their ideal size. On Linkedin, Sandro announced a collaboration with Fringuant, a tool based on body scanning technology that helps you find 'the right clothing size'. The tool, powered by AI, allows online shoppers to determine...

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SMCP targets returning to growth by 2026

SMCP, parent company of the Sandro, Maje and Claudie Pierlot and Fursac brands, reported first quarter sales at 287 million euros, down 5 percent on an organic basis. The company continued to optimise its store network with 11 net closings during the quarter, mainly in Asia to reach 1,719 points of sales worldwide. The company will close 100...

Business

SMCP 2023 sales grow but profit plummets

SMCP reported FY23 sales of 1,231 million euros, a progression of 4 percent at constant exchange rates and 3 percent on an organic basis versus 2022. The company parent to Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot and Fursac, reported sales of 326 million euros in the fourth quarter, in line with 2022 at constant exchange rates and down 1 percent on an...

Business

SMCP cuts Q4 outlook

For the fourth quarter of 2023, SMCP expects a performance slightly below previous outlook. sales are expected to reach around 1.230 million euros, up 3.8 percent at constant FX compared to earlier outlook of mid-single digit growth. The company expects adjusted EBIT margin between 6.4 percent and 6.6 percent of sales against between 7 percent...

Retail

Sandro expands presence in the US

SMCP brand Sandro is consolidating its presence in the US market with the opening of a shop at the Westfield Topanga Shopping Center in Los Angeles. "As part of our efforts to strengthen our presence in North America, and following our recent openings in Georgetown (Washington D.C.) and Williamsburg (New York), we are pleased to announce the...

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SMCP: Q3 sales slide as demand in Europe, Americas falters

French premium group SMCP has reported a 4.4 percent drop in sales in the third quarter as it faced a challenging trading backdrop. The group, whose portfolio comprises labels Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot, and Fursac, generated sales of 294.9 million euros in Q3, down from 308.4 million euros a year earlier. Breaking it down by brand, sales at...

Fashion

Sandro unveils collaboration with Wrangler for AW23

Parisian fashion label Sandro has revealed a new collaboration with Wrangler, reinterpreting the American denim company’s archival models for a AW23 collection. A total of 10 pieces make up the line – including three jacket-trouser sets – each inspired by 70’s cowboy looks and drawing on Wrangler’s signature codes, such as flat rivets and flap...

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Strong growth in Asia and Europe boost SMCP's sales

SMCP, parent company of Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot and Fursac reported sales at 610 million euros in the first half period, a progression of 8 percent on an organic basis and 9 percent at constant exchange rates. The performance was driven by both like-for-like sales increase of 5 percent and from network expansion. The company opened 23 new...

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Positive growth across markets drive Q1 sales at SMCP

French fashion group SMCP, the parent of Sadro, Maje, and Claudie Pierlo, has reported sales at 305 million euros in the first quarter, up 8 percent at constant exchange and 7 percent on an organic basis versus 2022 driven by like-for-like growth. Commenting on the results, Isabelle Guichot, CEO of SMCP, stated: “We are particularly pleased with...

Fashion |In Pictures

Sandro launches collection with Louis Barthélemy

Parisian fashion brand Sandro has unveiled a collaboration with French artist and designer Louis Barthélemy as part of the brand’s spring/summer 2023 collection. Barthélemy, a designer, illustrator and textile designer, worked alongside Sandro’s founder and artistic director, Évelyne Chetrite, on the 11-piece capsule collection featuring...