François-Henri Pinault
Following Gen-Z Trends, Kering Bans Fur Globally
The luxury conglomerate Kering has announced a total ban on animal fur across all its brands, a move millennial and Gen-Z consumers have demanded. Read MoreAuction Houses Embrace Luxury Fashion as New Frontier
In 2020, online luxury sales have brought new consumers to the likes of Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Phillips. How are they going to continue in 2021? Read MoreSecond-Hand Luxury — Don’t Have Second Thoughts
Second-hand luxury is a means for recruitment and feeds into circularity and sustainability. Here are some thoughts on the outlook. Read MoreLVMH, Kering, and The New Luxury Strategy Post-COVID-19
LVMH and Kering released their half-year results, and their revenues and profits fell dramatically. But what does this mean for the luxury industry? Read MoreKering Reports Strong Recovery in China Amid Prolonged Slump
Kering reported a 43.3 percent decrease of its consolidated revenue in the second quarter of 2020, yet China’s market fueled the group’s recovery. Read MoreIs This the End Of Runway Shows?
Runway shows, once a staple of the fashion industry, are now under fire for being wasteful and ineffective. But what would take their place? Read MoreKering Has A Soft Landing in 2019 But 2020 Remains Uncertain
Kering wrapped up 2019 with a modest 13.3% increase in revenue, but as the spread of the coronavirus continues, 2020 remains uncertain. Read MoreKering CEO François-Henri Pinault Talks Sustainability Amidst Beijing Smog
During the COP21 climate talks and Beijing's first "red alert" for smog, Kering's CEO headed to Beijing to deliver a speech on the importance of sustainability in the luxury industry. Read MoreVideo: Kering Steps Up Its PR Game In China
The luxury conglomerate sends a Chinese reporter to Europe as it promotes the company to potential Chinese employees. Read MoreAlexander McQueen Takes Shanghai
Following the opening of the inaugural Beijing Sanlitun boutique in October 2011, Alexander McQueen is making a second foray into China with the launch of a womenswear store in Shanghai. Read More