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Tuesday, December 02

Mergers and Acquisitions

Prada, Versace Deal Completed

In April, the Prada Group revealed the acquisition of Versace from Capri Holdings for an enterprise value of 1.25 billion euros.

Human Resources

Louis Vuitton's Pietro Beccari Adds Fashion Group Responsibilities

The Italian executive succeeds Sidney Toledano at LVMH Fashion Group, in addition to his role as chairman and CEO of Vuitton.

Human Resources

Valentino Appoints Deputy CEO

Laurent Bergamo, previously chief commercial officer of the Rome-based couture house, was named to the role by CEO Riccardo Bellini.

Business Features

La Perla's New Course Kicks Off With About 220 Workers Rehired

Trade unions are touting the move as a promising start under new owner Peter Kern, the former CEO of Expedia.

Fashion Features

Jonathan Anderson Scoops Designer of the Year for Third Consecutive Time at Fashion Awards in London

Anderson hit a trifecta on Monday night, with other big winners at Royal Albert Hall including Grace Wales Bonner, Sarah Burton and Dilara Fındıkoğlu.

Fashion Features

Astrid & Miyu Opens London Concept Shop and Has Big Plans for Expansion in North America

"We know the demand is there," said founder and owner Connie Nam, adding the demi-fine jewelry and accessories brand plans to launch at Nordstrom and Holt Renfrew in the next weeks.

Lifestyle

EXCLUSIVE: Sotheby's to Auction Doris Brynner's Belongings

The Jan. 27 sale includes jewelry, haute couture, art and furnishings collected by Dior's late doyenne of homewares.