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Auréa Group Steps Forward to Buy The Body Shop
A consortium led by Auréa Group is in exclusive talks to buy what remains of The Body Shop International with…
EssilorLuxottica to Acquire Supreme
The eyewear giant has reached an agreement with VF Corporation to acquire the Supreme brand for $1.5 billion…
Iris Ventures Leads $10 Million Funding Round Into Luxury Travel Expert Essentialist
Essentialist uses a combination of AI and personalized service to design and organize luxury trips for…
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Arnaud de Lummen Is Gearing Up to Revive Heritage Brand Rose Bertin, a Marie Antoinette Favorite
Despite a slower m&a scene, de Lummen sees potential.
EXCLUSIVE: LVMH Picks Up Clockmaker L’Épée 1839
With the acquisition of the high-end specialist and its parent company Swiza, the French luxury group is…
Italian Textile, Fashion Supply Chain Has Found Its Sweet Spot in M&A and Aggregation
The wave of acquisitions and other deals in the supply chain are being driven by industrial poles, fashion…
As Shoe Deals Pick Up, Retail Leads Consumer M&A Rebound So Far This Year
Shoe deal activity has certainly begun to heat up in the last few months.
LVMH Has Gobbled Up Legendary Paris Bistrot L’Ami Louis
The tiny restaurant with huge portions — and prices — has fed the likes of Marlene Dietrich, Bill Clinton…
Lionel Messi Merch Expected to be Strong Seller for New Licensee, Centric
Branded product will be created in a wide variety of categories from men's and womenswear to kids and home.
LVMH Is Investing in Orient Express Trains, Ships and Hotels
The luxury giant has teamed with French hotel operator Accor to accelerate the development of ultra-luxury…
Dearfoams Parent RG Barry Gets New Majority Owner, Eyes Acquisitions
Marubeni Growth Capital U.S. has acquired a majority stake in RG Barry.
New Era Acquires Sports Lifestyle Brand ‘47
The acquisition is expected to generate $2 billion for the combined companies.
Nadja Swarovski Acquires British Label Really Wild Clothing
The former Swarovski executive aims to elevate the label to a global British lifestyle brand.
Roksanda Ilincic Sells Namesake Company to The Brand Group
The designer will remain creative director of Roksanda, the label she founded in 2005.