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Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has passed away at the age of 83. Cavalli was known for his innovative printing process on leather and denim, as well as his bold animalier prints and sexy dresses. He launched his namesake brand in 1970 and built a global fashion and lifestyle business. Cavalli's legacy will live on through his art, creativity, love of nature and animals, and his family. The brand is now designed by creative director Fausto Puglisi, who is aligned with the original spirit of the founder. Cavalli's life reflected the glitz and glamour of his fashion collections, and he was a beloved figure in the fashion industry. [Extracted from the article]

Gucci's spring 2025 men's show featured a surfing theme, with colorful cabana shirts, bold prints, swim shoes, and short shorts. The show was energetic and on-trend, deviating from the pastels and suede seen on other runways. However, there were questions about whether the theme should define a luxury fashion brand or if distinct brand codes are more important. The show coincided with Alessandro Michele's debut as the new creative director of Valentino, leading to comparisons and accusations of transferring his Gucci aesthetic to Valentino. Overall, the designer Sabato De Sarno is still finding his way at Gucci, but he showcased striking designs and avoided heavy branding. Giorgio Armani's collection for hot climates showcased tailored dressing with lightweight fabrics and artful layering. The collection featured suits in shirt-weight fabrics, loose pants, and loose, pointy-collared shirts. Armani's long experience in the fashion industry and the loyalty of his key collaborators were evident in the collection. The collection ticked the boxes of suede, linen, and pastels, reflecting Armani's instincts and consistency. [Extracted from the article]

The text provides a summary of Milan Fashion Week, highlighting the favorite collections, trends, and must-have items. It mentions specific designers and their standout collections, as well as the importance of presentation concepts and trendspotting. The season is described as serious and commercial, with a focus on luxurious materials and fantasy touches. The color palette includes oxblood, chartreuse, military green, and black, with metallics and ultraviolet accents. Overall, the season is praised for its sophistication and the designers' ability to reinvent themselves while staying true to their brand identity. [Extracted from the article]

Claude Montana, the French designer known for his power-woman dressing in the 1980s, has passed away at the age of 76. Montana was celebrated for his masterful cuts, fetishistic approach to curves, and skill with leather. Alongside Thierry Mugler and Jean Paul Gaultier, he represented the provocative avant-garde of Paris fashion. Montana's broad-shouldered jackets and sexy leather outfits played into the corporate power dressing trend of the '80s, but with a more eroticized twist. Despite his success, Montana struggled with substance abuse and eventually faded from the fashion scene. [Extracted from the article]

Marco Bizzarri, the former president and CEO of Gucci, has announced his new career phase as an investor in fashion, luxury, and design. He will be investing in Italian fashion brand Elisabetta Franchi and will become the chairman of the company. Bizzarri praised Franchi as a charismatic leader and expressed his enthusiasm for prioritizing investments in creative entrepreneurs and great Italian brands. Franchi, who founded her namesake brand in 1998, has achieved significant success and profitability, and Bizzarri aims to create a sustainable structure for the company while allowing Franchi to focus on design. [Extracted from the article]

In recent years, thecompany has introduced cloth simulation,body mesh and SnapML, and this year,alongside updates to Camera Kit, it alsobirthed the ARES division, short foraugmented reality for enterprise services,and Shopping Suite, its first offering. -- Kathryn Hopkins Barbara Lavernos L'ORÉAL DEPUTY CEO IN CHARGEOF RESEARCH, INNOVATION ANDTECHNOLOGY Since stepping into the new role of L'Oréaldeputy chief executive officer in charge ofresearch, innovation and technology in May2021, Barbara Lavernos has been helping theworld's largest beauty company trail-blazethe future of beauty. As the helm of the teams at Snap leadingthe strategy and launch of its augmentedreality enterprise products, developmentsoftware and tech innovations in AI andML, Carolina Arguelles Navas is, in manyways, the public face of Snapchat's ARinitiative -- a top priority for the company,as it pursues realistic digital appareltry-ons. WWD x FN x BEAUTYINC Women in Power From major public company CEOs to celebritiesshaping fashion culture, see who made this year'sWomen in Power list June Ambrose CREATIVE DIRECTOR & DESIGNER,WOMEN'S HOOPS, PUMA Celebrity stylist, costume designer andcreative director June Ambrose's careerhas spanned more than 30 years. -- Jennifer Wei Nell Diamond FOUNDER AND CEO, HILL HOUSE HOME Nell Diamond, the 35-year-old founderand chief executive officer of Hill HouseHome, runs a company that's beenshowing aggressive growth since it waslaunched in 2016. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides an overview of the presentations by various luxury accessories brands during Milan Fashion Week. The brands showcased a range of products, including bags, shoes, and boots. Bulgari, Gianvito Rossi, Santoni, and Serapian were among the brands that presented their collections. Other brands such as AGL, René Caovilla, Furla, and Jimmy Choo also showcased their offerings. The article highlights the unique features and collaborations of each brand, emphasizing craftsmanship and design. The Tod's Group-owned label, Casadei, Il Bisonte, Valextra, and Geox were also mentioned, along with several other brands. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the revival of men's tailoring in Italian fashion brands. It highlights the opportunity for Italian sartorial companies to reenergize after the streetwear trend and create new employment opportunities. The article emphasizes the importance of training the next generation of artisans and praises the unique skills of Italian tailors. It also mentions the expansion of factories and the establishment of training schools by various brands. The return to tailoring is seen as a reflection of changing societal values, with a focus on sustainability, personalization, and quality. [Extracted from the article]

There's Chanel No. 5, of course. And Balenciaga Le Dix, or '10.' But by far the most fashionable number these days is a billion--as in $1 billion. In an age [...]

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Ghesquière unveiled scuba tank bags and a boxy case in a new sand-colored monogram, a new sneaker - "we are still looking for the name", said the designer - and he revisited the GO-14 bag, launched in October 2014 for his first show. Despite the unforgiving weather, which forced the Vuitton team to shift the show from the gardens to inside the palazzo, the mood was upbeat and the connection between Ghesquière and Beccari palpable. The rain and wind couldn't stop Nicolas Ghesquière from staging a striking cruise show Wednesday evening at Isola Bella, one of the gem Borromean islands on Lake Maggiore. [Extracted from the article]

Armani is also redeveloping his four-level,16,000-square-foot Madison Avenue store in Manhattaninto a 96,000-square-foot building that will house aflagship and 19 luxury Armani/Casa residences, a projectto be completed in 2025. In an exclusive interview, Armani, who has built asuccessful interior design business over more than twodecades, opens up about his aesthetics in the segment,revealing some surprising likes and dislikes. [Extracted from the article]

A group of former Gucci executives and designers have been appointed to lead positions in international fashion brands, leading some to refer to it as the "School of Gucci." Observers credit the success of these professionals to the leadership of former Gucci president and CEO Marco Bizzarri. Bizzarri allowed for a clear division of roles between creativity and finance, fostering a culture of experimentation and growth within the company. Gucci's success in recent years has been attributed to its ability to connect artistic and business values, appealing to a diverse and younger audience. [Extracted from the article]

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