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Loro Piana’s quiet ascent to become LVMH’s Hermès

Originally a wool merchant, Loro Piana began as a textile mill, exporting high-end fabrics to Europe, Japan, and the Americas. Renowned for its extra-fine wool, cashmere, and vicuña, the company did not enter the ready-to-wear and luxury goods market until the 1980s. It is fair to say it hasn’t looked back since. By the time LVMH acquired an 80...

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Paul Surridge confirms Cavalli Group exit

Roberto Cavalli creative director Paul Surridge on Monday confirmed he is exiting his role via his personal Instagram account. Rumours surfaced last week when WWD stated Surridge would imminently resign due to the frustration of a lack of investment for product and store development. Surridge, who was appointed to the role in 2017, showed his...

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Roberto Cavalli creative director might step down

Paul Surridge is rumored to be exiting his role of creative director at Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli. The English-born designer joined the label in July 2017 after holding design positions with several brands including Burberry, Calvin Klein and Jil Sander. Since his first collection for the brand, Spring 2018, Surridge has been...