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Givenchy strengthens leather goods with Marco De Vincenzo appointment

A few months after his departure from Etro, Marco De Vincenzo has been appointed head of leather goods at Givenchy. He will work under the creative direction of Sarah Burton, the French label's artistic director, as specified by the brand in an email to FashionUnited. In his new role at the LVMH group house, the Italian designer will be...

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Casablanca appoints Didier Nguyen as CEO

French-Moroccan fashion house Casablanca appoints Didier Nguyen as chief executive officer (CEO), effective immediately. He joins Casablanca at a pivotal stage in its development. This is marked by international expansion and strengthening its position at the intersection of sport, travel, culture and luxury. The appointment follows the...

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Hugo Lucchino takes the reins of Villa Noailles and confirms the 2025 Hyères festival

A new director has been appointed to lead Villa Noailles, the art center that hosts the annual Hyères International Festival of Fashion, Photography and Fashion Accessories. Following a unanimous jury decision on July 25, 2025, Hugo Lucchino will take over the role from Jean-Pierre Blanc. Lucchino, whose background includes extensive studies in...

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Carhatt names Norma Delaney as new Vice President of Brand Marketing & Creative

Workwear brand Carhatt, Inc. has announced the appointment of Norma Delaney as its new vice president of brand marketing and creative. Leveraging over 20 years of global brand marketing experience in the footwear and apparel categories, Delaney is set to lead the development of marketing and creative strategies for Carhartt. In addition, she...

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David’s Bridal appoints first-ever chief digital experience officer

American bridal wear company David’s Bridal is investing in its digital presence with the announcement of its first-ever chief digital experience officer. The brand announced the internal promotion of Lizzy Ellingson, who will be serving in the newly created role to lead the brand’s digital transformation. Prior to the new appointment, Ellingson...

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J.Jill hires Mark Webb as new CFO

J.Jill Inc. has announced on April 15 that Mark Webb will take on the role of executive vice president and chief financial officer. He will assume this role on May 1, overseeing finance, tax, accounting, treasury, investor relations, company planning, and real estate, according to the company’s announcement. “Mark has an impressive track record...

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Suzy Menkes leaves New York Times

The fashion world's most revered critic and commentator, British born Suzy Menkes, is leaving her post at the International Herald Tribune after 25 years. The journalist, who is a tireless supporter of budding fashion brands, has been at the forefront of the industry in its most important era of runway shows, and her reviews and critiques are...