Jimmy Choo

India’s five-day festival of lights doesn’t come close to Black Friday or Singles Day in terms of overall sales, but brands see plenty of room to grow. That, plus what else to watch for in the coming week.

How the American ‘accessible luxury’ group Tapestry can capitalise on its newly acquired brands and more from BoF’s Imran Amed.

By putting Coach, Michael Kors, Versace and other brands under one roof, the combined company instantly vaults to the top of US fashion groups and creates something genuinely new in the industry: an American accessible luxury giant.

The parent company of Coach is taking control of the brands, owned by Capri Holdings, to add heft to its portfolio and better compete with Europe’s luxury heavyweights.

As Versace becomes the latest brand planning to hike its handbag prices, BoF Insights looks at the degree to which consumers’ budgets accommodate these higher prices.

Joshua Schulman’s surprise exit from the Michael Kors and Versace owner puts pressure on John Idol in his quest to build an LVMH competitor.

The footwear designer, famed for his luxury heels, talks to BoF about the launch of his new fashion academy and the enduring relevance of stilettos.

This week, Corey Smith was named vice president of diversity and inclusion at LVMH Inc., while Jimmy Choo veteran Hannah Colman was appointed chief executive of the luxury fashion house.

Pierre Denis will take the helm by summer 2020 upon the conclusion of the cosmetic group’s strategic review.

This week, Jimmy Choo's CEO of almost eight years steps down, while StockX appoints a chief technology officer.