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The Moon wears Prada
«Today is the beginning of an exciting adventure, » declared Lorenzo Bertelli, who unveiled the first space suit made with Axiom for Nasa’s Artemis III mission in 2026, which will be the agency's first return to a satellite since 1972, at the 75° Astronautical Congress. «More projects are coming soon. In 30 years, we will know we did the right thing»
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Vivienne Westwood’s next goal is the Hong Kong stock exchange
«We are very strong in the Chinese market, » Carlo D'Amario, ceo of the 250-million-euro brand that will be on display tomorrow at Shanghai Fashion Week, told MFF. Future plans include the launch of makeup and fragrance lines, the debut in the hospitality sector, and master school programs
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The fashion industry is in a state of crisis
MFF survey on the state of fashion districts affected by business death and the layoff boom. The most serious cases are in Tuscany, Marche, and Campania. The way out will be training, research, and development, as well as aggregations between small companies
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The fashion industry is in a state of crisis
MFF survey on the state of fashion districts affected by business death and the layoff boom. The most serious cases are in Tuscany, Marche, and Campania. The way out will be training, research, and development, as well as aggregations between small companies
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Flowy tailoring conquered Paris
The dichotomy between romantic femininity and empowerment seduced buyers interviewed by MFF. Applause for Saint Laurent and for Kamali’s second time for Chloé. The debut of Michele by Valentino was praised, as was Miu Miu, unanimously acclaimed. Among the youngest, Duran Lantink and Niccolò Pasqualetti stood out
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Flowy tailoring conquered Paris
The dichotomy between romantic femininity and empowerment seduced buyers interviewed by MFF. Applause for Saint Laurent and for Kamali’s second time for Chloé. The debut of Michele by Valentino was praised, as was Miu Miu, unanimously acclaimed. Among the youngest, Duran Lantink and Niccolò Pasqualetti stood out
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Italian mystery by Michael Kors
The American designer reiterated his love for Italy’s artisanal traditions and the islands of Capri, Ischia, Procida, and Stromboli. He created a darkly romantic show inspired by Ripley, the new Netflix series. With references to the 50s and a glamorous rustic style
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The fashion boat by Tommy Hilfiger
A mega show on the historic ferry that once connected Staten Island, telling the story of the new American preppy style by blending Ivy League, nautical, and tennis references. «Fashion, art, music, entertainment, and sports are the elements of pop culture, » explained the designer
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From Tommy Hilfiger to Lvmh, fashion races in Formula 1
At Monza, Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari, dressed in black for the occasion, triumphed, as did the fashion industry. Brands took to the track with sponsorships estimated between 1 and 100 million euros. Lvmh is considering entering the circus in place of Rolex. Lewis Hamilton, the future Ferrari driver, is now the face of Dior after his collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger
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Louis Vuitton and the America’s Cup challenge
«We are consolidating the legitimacy that the maison has gained in the sport sector, » Louis Vuitton’s ceo Pietro Beccari told MFF. He is bringing the sailing competition back to Europe after over a decade. It is estimated that the regattas will have a 1.1 billion-euro economic impact on the host city, Barcelona. And if Prada’s Luna Rossa wins, the next edition could take place in Cagliari
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Fashion bets on the Venice Film Festival
After last year's strike, the fashion industry embraces the return of Hollywood stars to the lagoon, from Giorgio Armani Beauty to Lvmh with Thélios, to Miu Miu to Chanel. Directors Pedro Almodóvar, Tim Burton, and Luca Guadagnino are expected, along with actors such as Lady Gaga, Monica Bellucci, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and Daniel Craig
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Brunello Cucinelli, profits raced to 66,1 million euros (+31%) in the first half of 2024
Revenues confirmed at 620,7 million euros (+14.1%) for the Solomeo brand. Ebit stands at 104,6 million euros, up 19.3%, with a margin of 16.9%. A 10% revenue increase is expected by the end of the fiscal year
