Fashion

The diamond standard

From humble beginnings to revolutionary and unique designs, the Dayekh family are out to prove that diamonds are indeed forever

Reaching new heights

From humble beginnings, Bugarri shoes has grown from a small business venture, to standing tall in the ruthless consumer market today

Kelso Place purchases Nicole Farhi

Asset management firm step in to purchase majority stake in fashion icon

Glen Senk leaves Urban Outfitters

In mid-January 2012, the retail world was taken by surprise when Urban Outfitters Chief Executive Officer Glen Senk abruptly resigned his post. While Urban Outfitters had dealt with a rocky 2011, the company seemed poised for a turnaround after reporting a slight increase in holiday sales. The management shift had an immediate effect on the […]

An industry moving online

Customers are deserting the high streets in favour of their digital equivalents, increasingly seeing the advantages of replenishing their wardrobes online, says Emma Holmqvist

The return of Mackintosh

The practical outerwear brand Mackintosh has contributed a great deal to British fashion. After having lost its way during the 1990s, it has returned with quite some force

Gloverall: the duffle coat is back

Originally designed to protect British Navy officers from the bitter winds of the Atlantic and North Sea, the duffle coat’s combination of style and substance has ensured it remains as relevant today as ever

The measure of time

David Harber is an award winning artist and sculptor and one of the foremost sundial makers in the world. With clients from royalty to celebrities, Harber is a much sought after artist. European CEO made time to visit him at his Oxfordshire workshop to find out what he has lined up for the future

Rebranding the Colosseum

How far can a company take sponsorship before the public scorns it for promoting its brand in the disguise of serving the state? A question for Diego Della Valle, CEO of Tod’s, who recently struck a deal with the Italian Ministry of Culture to refurbish the Colosseum

Wellingtons optional

Festival season is upon us and with so many new events consumers are spoilt for choice. Stewart Collins, Artistic Director of the Henley Festival talks to European CEO about why his festival is something to shout about

A refined palette

The British label, Duchamp, is known for its colourful men’s accessories. To extend the established offer of cufflinks and ties, this season sees the launch of a ready to wear suit collection

A family affair

After growing to become one of the leading crafters of leather goods in Britain, Ettinger has expanded its luxury business to Asia and beyond. European CEO talks travel and tailoring with Robert Ettinger

Bruno Salzer

Since taking on the role of CEO at Escada, Dr Bruno Sälzer has watched the company go through bankruptcy and bounce back. Now the fashion industry veteran is setting his sights high for 2011. It is not long since Bavarian fashion label Escada found itself on the depths of the cutting room floor. But, just […]

Istanbul: The new fashion accessory

London, Milan, Paris and New York; the cities that instantly spring to mind when you think of the international fashion calendar. Istanbul could be next on the list

Burberry profit tops forecast, steps up expansion

Luxury goods group Burberry beat forecasts with a 23 percent rise in annual profit, boosted by sales of coats and leather goods, and said it was stepping up its expansion despite a tough economic backdrop. The 154-year-old British group said it would almost double capital spending to £130m ($186m) in its 2010-11 financial year, with […]

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