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Wednesday, January 14

Retail

Saks Global Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Former Neiman Marcus Group chief Geoffroy van Raemdonck has been named CEO to steer the process, taking over from Richard Baker, who stepped down.

Human Resources

Diesel Names Andrea Rigogliosi New CEO

Rigogliosi was previously global head of retail and commercial at Miu Miu.

Human Resources

Giorgio Armani Corp. Taps Matteo Mascazzini as Chief Executive Officer

He oversees the Armani Group's activities in the Americas.

Designer and Luxury

The CFDA Releases Preliminary Official New York Fashion Week Schedule for February 2026

The schedule features more than 60 runway shows and designer presentations, with additional collections presented digitally and by appointment.

Retail

From Scholarly Stones to Ghesquière Design: Inside Louis Vuitton's Sanlitun Flagship in Beijing

The store officially opened on Tuesday with a starry lineup of guests including Gong Li, Jackson Wang, Dylan Wang, and more.

Retail

EXCLUSIVE: Madison Avenue Vacancy Rate Nears Historic Lows

The appeal of the nation's longest stretch of luxury has steadily rebounded since the end of the pandemic.

Intimates

EXCLUSIVE: French Lingerie Brand Maison Close Acquires Scandale

The 94-year-old brand will return in late January with a first collection, dubbed Rococo.