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Achiles Ion Gabriel steps down as the creative lead of the footwear giant after a six-year tenure. His responsibilities will be taken over by an internal creative team, marking a new chapter for the brand.

The founding family emerges victorious in the bid to retain ownership of the e-commerce platform as it prepares to exit bankruptcy protection in Canada. The deal, pending legal and regulatory approval, is set to close on February 13th. 

Spanish fashion powerhouse expands its European footprint, debuting at the country’s largest shopping center, Smáralind, with a 4,800-square-feet store dedicated entirely to its Woman line.

Sonae Group’s denim label deepens its commitment to the Indian market, unveiling three new storefronts in New Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram. This expansion highlights India’s key role in the global fashion arena, with the brand now boasting nine locations in the region.

Nicola Zotta takes the reins at the helm of optics and general management for a leading American vision insurance group. His appointment follows Fabrizio Curci’s departure from his CEO role at Marcolin.

Founded in 2012 by Adriana Dumon and Fran Ríos, the Barcelona enterprise boasts a diverse portfolio, including backpacks, leather goods, and clothing. The company is gearing up to open its inaugural store in the heart of Barcelona.

With clients such as Inditex, a major Spanish supplier is negotiating to broaden its shareholder structure to form a global manufacturing entity, expanding its operations with plants in Morocco and India.

With a career spanning key roles at Tous, Tempe (Inditex), and Temperley London, the executive now steps in as the inaugural leader under The Brand Group’s ownership, post their 2024 acquisition.

The British e-commerce company may be on the verge of a change in ownership, following its acquisition last November by private equity firm Carlyle, the company’s majority investor since 2024.

With a strategy centered around multi-brand distribution, the men’s fashion collection is poised for international expansion, setting its sights on penetrating up to forty markets without immediate plans for standalone boutiques.

A coalition of more than 900 businesses, featuring renowned fashion names such as EssilorLuxottica, Reebok, Puma, J.Crew, Steve Madden, and Dooney & Bourke, is suing the U.S. government in a bid to recover millions spent on tariffs.

The luxury department store giant from the U.S. is heading towards Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to mounting debt. An official bankruptcy filing is anticipated in the coming days.

Spanish footwear brand steps up its leadership game, bringing in an executive from outside the founding family. The move aims to position Sánchez as a bridge between the Perán family and the management team.