Net-a-Porter
This coverage focuses on Net-a-Porter’s impact and strategy within the UK retail market. Stay informed on key developments such as new product launches, partnerships, e-commerce innovations, and operational changes. Tailored for professionals in buying, merchandising, brand management, and digital retail, our reporting offers insights into how Net-a-Porter navigates the luxury fashion landscape and its influence on consumer trends and market positioning.
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Feb- 2025 -7 FebruaryPeople Moves
John Lewis appoints Net-A-Porter MD as CCO
John Lewis has announced the appointment of Vikki Kavanagh as chief commercial officer to run the retailer’s commercial function. Kavanagh joins John Lewis from Yoox Net-A-Porter Group where she most recently served as managing director of both Net-A-Porter and Mr Porter. Before her MD positions, Kavanagh previously held senior buying…
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Oct- 2024 -7 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Yoox Net-A-Porter to be acquired by Mytheresa in €555m deal
Mytheresa has signed a deal to acquire Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) from Richemont for €555m (£464m).Following the deal, Richemont will acquire a 33% stake in Mytheresa, while Mytheresa will acquire 100% of the share capital of YNAP. Richemont will also provide a six-year revolving credit facility of €100m (£84m) to help…
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Jun- 2024 -17 JuneClothing & Shoes
YNAP closes China operations
Yoox-Net-A-Porter has shut down its operations in China as it looks to focus on more profitable markets according to reports from The Financial Times. The company’s ecommerce platforms, which are run as a joint venture with Alibaba, will be liquidated. Owner Richemont stated that the decision was made as a…
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Apr- 2024 -4 AprilNews
Today’s news in brief-4/4/24
In March, UK retail footfall experienced a modest increase of +1.7% compared to February, signalling a stabilising trend according to MRI data. Retail parks led the rise with a +4.3% increase. Despite mid-month declines, the week leading to Easter saw footfall rise by +10.3%. Although impacted by weather and holiday…
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4 AprilLuxury Goods
Mytheresa mulls bid for Yoox Net-a-Porter
Mytheresa is reportedly among possible bidders who are looking to acquire underperforming ecommerce business Yoox Net-a-Porter from Swiss luxury group Richemont, the Financial Times has reported. News of the bid comes as Richemont has been looking for a new buyer for the business since a deal to sell a 47.5%…
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Feb- 2024 -22 FebruaryNews
Yoox Net-A-Porter launches virtual try-on pilot
Yoox Net-A-Porter has launched its inaugural virtual try-on pilot in a bid to continue to elevate its online shopping experiences. The technology is being rolled out for 90 styles across the Mr P. Permanent collection available on MR PORTER, accounting for 70% of the range. The initiative powers a tailored…
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16 FebruaryNews
Farfetch CEO to step down following Coupang rescue deal
Farfetch founder and CEO Jose Neves is reportedly stepping down from the company following the sale of the business to South-Korean e-commerce company Coupang, according to The Telegraph. According to an internal memo sent to the staff on Thursday, Neves will remain at the company in a consultancy role and…
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Jul- 2023 -14 JulyNews
Zalando, About You and Yoox Net-A-Porter expand climate initiative for second year
About You, Yoox Net-A-Porter and Zalando are expanding their ‘Fashion lead for climate’ initiative for the second year in a row. Launched in 2022, the platform supports fashion brands in measuring their own carbon footprints and setting targets that align with climate science. Brand partners of the three online retailers…
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Oct- 2022 -12 OctoberHigh Street
Yoox Net-a-Porter announces interim CEO
Yoox Net-a-Porter has announced it has appointed Alison Loehnis as interim CEO, effective 31 October 2022, replacing Geoffroy Lefebvre who has decided to step down to pursue a private equity-backed entrepreneurial career outside of Richemont after 11 years with the group. Loehnis is currently president of the company, having joined…
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Mar- 2022 -14 MarchClothing & Shoes
Yoox Net-A-Porter unveils luxury menswear resale service
Yoox Net-A-Porter has announced the launch of its new dedicated luxury resale service for menswear, Mr Porter Resell, as part of the next phase of the company’s resale strategy. Yoox Net-A-Porter, which comprises Mr Porter, Net-A-Porter and The Outnet, launched the service to enable customers to resell their designer items…
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