Valentino
This coverage delivers business-focused reporting on Valentino’s performance and strategy within the UK retail sector. It includes updates on store developments, such as the opening of the Sloane Street flagship, marketing initiatives like the Valentino Vintage clothes-swap campaign, leadership changes with Alessandro Michele’s appointment as creative director, and digital innovations including augmented reality experiences. Analysis addresses Valentino’s commercial performance, brand strategy, and consumer engagement—providing valuable insight for retail professionals overseeing premium fashion, brand partnerships, and high-end retail operations.
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May- 2025 -2 MayPeople Moves
End appoints former Prada and Givenchy boss as new CEO
Streetwear retail brand End has announced the appointment of Sebastian Suhl, former chief executive of Prada and Givenchy, as its new CEO. Suhl joins End with an extensive retail career spanning 25 years, and steps into his new role following the departure of current CEO Parker Guerdson on 1 May…
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Oct- 2024 -29 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Dr Martens owner acquires stake in K-Way
Permira Growth Opportunities II, a fund advised by global investment firm and owner of Dr Martens Permira, has entered into an agreement to acquire a significant minority stake in K-Way, a premium French outerwear brand, from BasicNet SpA, led by the Boglione family. Founded in 1965 in Paris, K-Way has…
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Jul- 2024 -26 JulyOnline & Digital
Boohoo launches new marketplace Boohoo Brands
Boohoo has announced the launch of its new marketplace, Boohoo Brands, as it aims to become “a one-stop destination for all fashion, beauty, and lifestyle needs”. The brand has already onboarded 200 labels, including accessories from Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Gucci and Valentino, clothing from Off White and Urban Bliss, footwear…
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Jun- 2024 -28 JuneHealth & Beauty
Superdrug opens largest UK store at Westfield Stratford
Superdrug has today (28 June) opened the doors to its biggest UK store in Westfield Stratford Shopping Centre, London. The store, which has doubled in size to 9,890 sq ft, continues Superdrug’s expanding bricks-and-mortar retail footprint. The retailer plans to open 25 new stores in 2024, as it celebrates its…
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Feb- 2024 -12 FebruaryHealth & Beauty
Superdrug to open new store in West Midlands
Superdrug has opened a new store in West Bromwich, in the West Midlands, which offers a pharmacy, beauty services, luxury fragrances and exclusive brands. The new 8,000 sq ft store is located in New Square Shopping Centre and has created 35 new jobs. Superdrug West Bromwich offers a range of…
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Dec- 2023 -18 DecemberNews
Today’s news in brief-18/12/23
Farfetch is reportedly in advanced talks with a private equity-backed buyer for a last-minute rescue deal. The deal, if successful, would involve taking Farfetch off the stock market in a take-private transaction and would result in the company receiving $500m (£394m) in emergency funding. Talks are ongoing, and while Farfetch…
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18 DecemberClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group in talks to acquire Matchesfashion
Frasers Group is reportedly in talks to acquire Matchesfashion, which sells fashion brands including Balenciaga, Gucci and Valentino, according to reports from Sky News. The company is said to be in detailed negotiations about a deal that could see it take control of the brand within days. City sources told…
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Sep- 2023 -26 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-26/09/23
Frasers Group has unveiled a new Flannels store in Nottingham city centre, featuring luxury designer clothing and accessories. The 15,000 sq. ft store houses brands like Gucci, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent, and Valentino. The opening is part of Frasers’ commitment to investing in retail and expanding its premium shopping destinations…
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26 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Frasers opens new Flannels Nottingham store
Frasers Group has opened the doors to its latest Flannels store in Nottingham city centre. Frasers said it continues with the commitment to investing in retail and bringing “world-class” shopping destinations to new locations throughout the UK. Situated on Nottingham’s high street, the 15,000 sq. ft store will house two…
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Jul- 2023 -31 JulyPeople Moves
Kering appoints Armelle Poulou as CFO
Kering has announced the appointment of Armelle Poulou as its new chief financial officer, effective September 1, 2023. Poulou joined the Group in 2019 and is currently director of Corporate Finance, Treasury and Insurance. She is a graduate of HEC Business School in 1993, and has successively held a range…
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