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China
Pharrell Williams fronts LVMH offensive in Hong Kong

The decision to unveil the US singer-cum-creative director's new Louis Vuitton menswear collection in the former British protectorate reflects LVMH's desire to develop its sales in the Chinese region, a rare exception amid the global downturn in luxury consumption. [...]

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Front Row | China
Shun Zhong, haute couture's Chinese mega-client who longs for his own luxury brand

Shanghai-based businessman Shun Zhong is no stranger to the private suites of Paris haute couture. Having spent years trying to acquire a luxury fashion label in the French capital, he recently missed out on a chance to buy designer Alexandre Vauthier's brand, which in February went into receivership.

Subscribers only Entourage 25.07.2024

France, Hong Kong
Shangri-La's European hotels on the ropes

The Hong Kong-based hotelier may have stabilised its five star properties in Asia, but those in Europe are struggling to keep their head above water.

Free access Houses 11.07.2024

France
Pharrell Williams seeks pied-à-terre in Paris

The Louis Vuitton Men's creative director, who has shuttled back and forth between the US and France since his appointment, is house-hunting in Paris and has visited several homes for sale, including one belonging to fellow US singer Lenny Kravitz.

Subscribers only Families 06.06.2024

Spotlight | United States
LVMH's mystery projects on Rodeo Drive

A year after the French luxury giant was forced to abandon plans for a Cheval Blanc hotel in Beverly Hills, LVMH has launched a new project, behind the facade of a holding company, to renovate the historic Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel's former premises.

Subscribers only Houses 02.05.2024

The former Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel is to become a gigantic Louis Vuitton shop.

Front Row | United States
Martin Delgado, LVMH's hard-right US lobbyist

Delgado, a partner at Washington lobbying firm S-3 Group that frequently works for LVMH, has made numerous donations to the more radical end of the Republican Party in recent years.

Subscribers only Houses 04.04.2024

Martin Delgado, a partner at S-3 Group, which lobbies for LVMH in the US.

Italy
Loss-making Fondaco dei Tedeschi teams up with LVMH stablemate La Samaritaine

The two prestigious department stores have launched a three-month collaboration, but like its Parisian counterpart, the Venetian concern is struggling financially.

Subscribers only Houses 28.03.2024

China
Luxury brands to finance Palace of Versailles show in Forbidden City

The Palace of Versailles is negotiating with luxury sponsors to support a major show the French monument will stage this spring in China's former imperial palace. The exhibition will be the highlight of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Paris and Beijing.

Subscribers only Entourage 01.02.2024

France
Brigitte Macron's Pièces Jaunes charity gala still under LVMH's thumb

This year's Pièces Jaunes (“Yellow Coins”) gala, scheduled for 26 January at the Accor Arena in Paris, will bring together no fewer than five artists linked to the French luxury group.

Subscribers only Entourage 11.01.2024

South Korea, United States
What does Coupang have in store for Farfetch?

After its last-minute acquisition of Farfetch in December, the South Korean conglomerate wants to apply the online retail group's technical solutions to product placement, a fiercely competitive niche.

Subscribers only Entourage 11.01.2024

Front Row | France
John Nollet, the hairstylist rubbing shoulders with luxury sector big wigs

Hairdresser John Nollet is known for his celebrity clients. But he has also nurtured close ties with luxury group executives away from the spotlight.

Subscribers only Entourage 23.11.2023

United Kingdom
Phoebe Philo's environmental blind spot

Phoebe Philo has focused all its publicity on the limited environmental impact of its products. But the brand owned by the former Celine stylist is still very vague about the origin of the materials used, and asks its customers to take her word for it.

Free access Houses 09.11.2023

France
Paris 2024: Daft Punk disaster throws sponsor LVMH off track

Talks between the Paris 2024 Olympic Games organisers and the helmeted electronic music duo, revealed in September by Glitz.paris, have fallen through, much to luxury giant LVMH's dismay.

Subscribers only Entourage 02.11.2023

Spotlight | Saudi Arabia
Riyadh ramps up efforts to conquer luxury sector

Alongside China and South Korea, Saudi Arabia is one of the most dynamic luxury markets. It now hopes to convert rampant consumerism into buoyant business and make a name for itself in the sector. To that end, it is trying to build bridges with European countries, as well as major luxury groups, but with mixed results so far.

Subscribers only Entourage 02.11.2023

Saudi Arabia is trying to establish itself as a fully-fledged player in the luxury sector.

Spotlight | France, United Kingdom
How much did LVMH invest in Phoebe Philo's new venture?

Phoebe Philo, formerly creative director of LVMH brand Celine, is launching her own label later this month. The French luxury giant played a central role - and invested handsomely - in the British designer's hotly anticipated comeback.

Subscribers only Houses 05.10.2023

LVMH played a central role in the long-awaited return of British designer Phoebe Philo.

Spotlight | France
La Samaritaine: the iconic Paris department store that became a burden for LVMH

Two years after its much-touted reopening, the veritable institution that LVMH spent €750m renovating in the heart of the French capital is struggling to pull in customers.

Subscribers only Houses 07.09.2023

La Samaritaine, the Paris institution refurbished by Bernard Arnault's LVMH, is struggling to find customers.

China, France
French tax authorities nab S.T. Dupont over transfers to Hong Kong

Under fire from tax authorities over sizeable transfers to Hong Kong, the luxury pen and lighter manufacturer S.T. Dupont fought to avoid sanctions. But to no avail.

Subscribers only Houses 27.07.2023

South Korea
LVMH deploys diplomatic touch in Seoul

The luxury giant is relying on France's diplomatic corps to help develop Dior, Vuitton and other LVMH brands in South Korea, a pivotal element of the very strategic Asian luxury market. The Bernard Arnault-led group is also cultivating relationships with South Korean authorities.

Subscribers only Houses 04.05.2023

Spotlight | France, South Korea
K-pop stars rise to the top of the fashion world charts

South Korea's pop stars are in huge demand as brand ambassadors for major fashion labels. Behind them are the powerful talent agencies negotiating their lucrative contracts - and millions of dollars in support from their own government.

Free access Entourage 02.03.2023

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