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Fendi for Frieze and Fabulous
The first hint that we were about to experience something really special was the wonderful scent of pine that wafted through the fall 2007 show space of Fendi, Thursday afternoon in Milan. Then we saw a spectacular, modernist and cerebreal lineup of great clothes. All that time Karl Lagerfeld’s been spending viewing contemporary art paid [...]
Dolce & Gabbana whip it up with crops and corsets
Dolce & Gabbana spiced up the sixth day of winter womenswear shows in Milan on Thursday with metal masks, crops and corsets that eschewed cosy warmth for fetish sex appeal. The audience of buyers and journalists waited nearly an hour for the show, but impatience was quickly forgotten when the models hit the black catwalk [...]
Dolce And Gabbana Open Their Own Restaurant
You can wear your favourite designer’s fragrance and makeup every day, splurge on their shoes and a handbag each season and if you are lucky enough to afford it, indulge in the clothing. And in the fashion capital of Milan you can eat, drink and dance with your favourite designer brand. Hotels, restaurants, bars and [...]
L'Oreal Profits from Armani Perfume
L’Oreal SA, the world’s largest cosmetics maker, said profit rose in 2006 as the company sold more Lancome luxury makeup and Armani Code perfume. Net income climbed to 1.83 billion euros ($2.4 billion) after adjustment for some items from 1.64 billion euros in 2005, the Paris-based company said today in a statement. The shares fell [...]
Missoni's Got a New Director
Massimo Gasparini is Missoni’s new director. Gasparini replaces Umberto Monte who leaves the Italian fashion house after 40 years of “profitable and intense collaboration”. 47 year-old Gasparini boasting 20 years experience has worked in fashion since 2001, previously overseeing Gucci’s watch division. Missoni’s classic zig-zag patterns in the boldest hues are popular with Cameron Diaz, [...]
Versace Opens Flagship Store in Beverly Hills
The company launched its renovated flagship store in Beverly Hills, unveiling a sleeker, more understated side of the decadent Versace style. In addition, creative director Donatella Versace will accept the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style award on Thursday night. The 5,000-square-foot unit here was the first that the company overhauled from top to bottom. “Everything [...]
Gucci and Fendi Have Expansion Plans To India
Gucci and Fendi are planning exclusive branded outlets in India and are now in talks with major retailers like Pantaloon, Lifestyle, Shoppers’ Stop, the Runwal Group and Big Bazaar for the same. Gucci, at present, has a presence here but only in a multi-branded outlet format, making its products just one among the many displayed [...]
