Articles by Jule Scott
KaDeWe Group appoints Julie Gasperini as director of buying
Julie Gasperini has been appointed to the role of director of buying at KaDeWe Group. In her new function, she will take over overall responsibility for buying for KaDeWe in Berlin, alongside Oberpollinger in Munich and Alsterhaus in Hamburg. She replaces Simone Heift, who is leaving the group after 14 years. The appointment sees the company...
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From Copenhagen to Paris: CIFF launches showroom during fashion week
The Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF) is expanding its international strategy by establishing a permanent presence in Paris for the first time. During the upcoming Paris Fashion Week in June, the trade fair will open a curated showroom in the city's Le Marais district, as announced by organisers on Tuesday. Spanning three floors, the...
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Back to basics: The 'quiet' sophistication of the AW26 season
The autumn/winter 2026 season has concluded, leaving an unexpectedly quiet echo. After several cycles marked by sensational debuts from new creative directors and a near-constant rotation at the helm of luxury fashion houses, a calmer phase is now emerging. Many designers seem to have settled into their roles. This is reflected in collections...
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Oakley: Former Givenchy designer Matthew Williams becomes creative director
Matthew M. Williams has been appointed creative director of Oakley. The former Givenchy designer will be responsible for Apparel, Footwear and Accessories (AFA), the California-based eyewear brand announced on Thursday. In his new role, Williams will develop the apparel, accessory and footwear categories in both the sports and lifestyle sectors....
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Ukrainian Fashion Week AW26/27 as an act of cultural continuity
Since its return to Kyiv in September 2024, Ukrainian Fashion Week has been held under conditions that repeatedly disrupt the regular rhythm of a fashion week. The autumn/winter 2026/27 edition was no exception. Between a postponed date and ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with noticeable consequences for power and heat...
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Pitti Uomo: Simone Rocha to debut standalone menswear collection as guest designer
Simone Rocha is the next guest designer at Pitti Uomo. The designer will present the first complete menswear collection for her eponymous label at the 110th edition of Pitti Immagine Uomo, the Florentine trade fair organiser announced on Wednesday. Until now, Rocha has exclusively presented her menswear as part of her womenswear shows. Four...
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Pierre Houlès to lead digital transformation at Kering
Kering has appointed Pierre Houlès as chief digital, AI and IT officer. The French luxury goods group announced the appointment for the newly created position on Tuesday. Houlès joins the executive committee with immediate effect, reporting to Jean-Marc Duplaix, group chief operating officer. As chief digital officer, Houlès will advance the...
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Kathryn Smith to lead human rights risk strategy at Worldly
Worldly has appointed Kathryn Smith as vice president of human rights risk solutions. In this newly created position, she will be responsible for the company's social compliance and human rights strategy, the US technology provider announced on Wednesday. Smith joins from US retailer Walmart, where she worked for almost 12 years. Most recently,...
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Pieter Mulier's final collection: Alaïa refined, not reimagined
If this fall/winter 2026 season has proven one thing, it is that fashion can be divisive. Yet there remains one designer who has unified the industry throughout his career: Pieter Mulier. The Belgian designer delivered his emotional swan song at Alaïa during Paris Fashion Week, underscoring his status as every designer's favourite designer. On...
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Back on the podium: Puma's strategy for a top-tier comeback
In 2025, Puma recorded the highest net loss in its corporate history. The Herzogenaurach-based sporting goods manufacturer is in the midst of a profound strategic shift. This shift is painful in the short term but is intended to enable a return to the top tier in the long run. During a press call on Thursday, CFO Markus Neubrand confirmed the...
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