Prada’s rumored $1.6 billion Versace buy is set to shake up luxury. Plus, On Running benefits from its fashion connections, and Luxottica bets on smart eyewear — again.

In this week's briefing, a look at new and existing challenges in brand-retailer partnerships. Plus, London retailers are working overtime to win back shoppers, and Coupang, owner of Farfetch, releases earnings.

Leather's resurgence reflects a deepening commitment by luxury brands to craftsmanship, exclusivity and long-term value in an uncertain market.

At Shoptalk Europe, legacy companies Harrods and Diane von Furstenberg shared that they're doubling down on what has always defined luxury: control, consistency, and customer intimacy. Those values are being reasserted across digital platforms, distribution strategies and tech infrastructure.

In this week’s Luxury Briefing, I speak to The Clear Cut founders about how AI is helping the brand with diamond forecasting and sales. In addition, what it takes for a brand to be successful at Bloomingdale’s, according to Australian brand Leo Lin. Also, Aeffe and Marcolin earnings, and executive...

This week's Luxury Briefing spotlights the nostalgia and sentimental strategy driving Golden Goose’s new opening in NYC. Plus, an inside look at the first public address from Andrea Baldo, CEO of struggling luxury brand Mulberry. Also, why Van Cleef and Arpels is in hot water, what's hot in Shanghai Fashion...

As part of the sprawling Salone del Mobile — the world’s largest furniture and design fair, running from April 8-13 — the brand is presenting the "Checkered Future: Frequency Manifest" installation at Triennale Milano, alongside a product launch.

Chanel is scaling back aggressive price hikes after a sales drop and consumer pushback, focusing instead on long-term investments in supply chain, boutiques and brand equity to rebuild trust and maintain luxury relevance.

In this week's Luxury Briefing, a look at how a bridal atelier is capitalising on creator interest. Also, why Longchamp is changing up its store format in the U.S. and why Harrods is betting on MENA designers. Also, earnings from Chanel, Richemont and Mytheresa, as well as executive moves and...

In this week’s Luxury Briefing, Mytheresa’s chief customer experience officer, Amber Pepper, shares why the luxury e-retailer hosted a Pucci activation in Austin. In addition, U.K.-based lingerie brand Bordelle discusses its U.S. strategy amid tariffs. Also, Lyst Index insights and news to know.

Luxury jewelry once stood apart from the volatility of global trade, but tariffs are now forcing the industry to face the same realities as everyone else.