Articles by Isabella Naef
Isabella Naef has been the Senior Editor of FashionUnited Italy since 2008. She is in Milan and covers fashion and luxury goods, with a particular focus on financial and economic news and sustainability. A dual Italian and Swiss citizen, Isabella graduated in Political Science from the University of Milan. She is member of the Professional Journalists' Association since 2000, contributing to newspapers and magazines. She is passionate about covering the fashion industry during this dynamic period, where sustainability, Gen Z, and artificial intelligence are paving the way for new and exciting chapters in economic, creative, and trend history.
Rising competition from China creates employment problems, according to the ECB
According to a recent study by the European Central Bank (ECB), trade tensions with the US, leading China to export more to the Eurozone, may cause problems. This could lead to fewer job opportunities for Europeans and increased unemployment. The study, by ECB senior economists Clémence Berson, Claudia Foroni, Vanessa Gunnella and Laura...
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New book from Federico Marchetti, "The Geek of Chic," set for September release
Federico Marchetti's new book, with a foreword by Giorgio Armani, will be released in English on September 9th. The book, "The Geek of chic: an american dream italian style" (304 pages, 18.99 dollars), is published by the American publisher Post Hill Press. The book is described as an "inspiring story full of successes, mistakes, honesty and...
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Euipo reaches five million trademark applications
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has reached a milestone of five million applications for European Union Trade Marks (EUTMs) and Registered Community Designs (RCDs) since its founding in 1994. "These applications protect companies, entrepreneurs and innovations that shape our future. This milestone reflects the dynamism...
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LuisaViaRoma suspends affiliate program amidst restructuring
The challenging period that e-tailer LuisaViaRoma is experiencing has reportedly led to the company resorting to negotiated crisis management. As reported by the Milanese newspaper Mffashion, after consulting legal documents, the company has reportedly entrusted a well-known Milanese law firm with the "confirmation and/or modification of...
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Jacob Cohën to enhance logistics and expand internationally
Jacob Cohën Company, the owner of the premium Made in Italy brand Jacob Cohën, has announced its new industrial plan for 2025–2029. The strategy focuses on enhancing logistics at its Piove di Sacco hub in the province of Padua, consolidating its fully Made in Italy production network across the Veneto region, and accelerating expansion in...
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Prada group: Christopher Bugg is the new chief communication officer
Prada Group has a new appointment. The company has appointed a new chief communications officer, effective immediately. Christopher Bugg, as explained in a statement from the Milan-based company, will be responsible for overseeing the global communication strategies of Prada Group and its brands: Prada, Miu Miu, Church’s and Car Shoe. Bugg will...
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Gucci Italia employees protest over unpaid welfare benefits
Approximately 1,000 retail and logistics employees at Kering-owned Gucci Italia are staging a protest. In a statement, trade unions Filcams Cgil, Fisascat Cisl and Uiltucs declared industrial action. This follows the company's refusal to distribute welfare payments, as stipulated in an expired collective agreement. The unions highlighted how...
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Safilo Group's H1 2025 sales and profitability improve
Net sales totalled 537.6 million euros, up 2.3 percent at constant exchange rates, in the first half for Safilo Group. Gross industrial margin was 61.1 percent, up 110 basis points from 60.0 percent. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 11.6 percent, up 80 basis points from 10.8 percent. Adjusted net profit for the group reached 33.7 million euros, up...
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Armani fined 3.5 million euros by CMA for unfair practices
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has fined Giorgio Armani Spa and G.A Operations Spa 3.5 million euros for allegedly misleading consumers with false claims of ethical and social responsibility. The CMA's investigation found that the companies' marketing, which emphasised their commitment to sustainability and worker well-being,...
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Ferragamo revenue down 9.4 percent amidst challenging market conditions
Salvatore Ferragamo reported revenue of 474 million euros down 9.4 percent compared to the first half of 2024, and down 7.1 percent at constant exchange rates, for the first six months of the year. Overall revenue was impacted by the wholesale channel, which reported revenue of 105 million euros, down 17.9 percent or down 14 percent at constant...
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