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Monday, April 27

Designer and Luxury

Demna Revisits Palazzo Gucci

The brand's artistic director writes a new chapter for the storied Florence landmark and the luxury house's cultural destination.

Human Resources

Casablanca Names Didier Nguyen as New Chief Executive Officer

He succeeds Frederick Lukoff, CEO for the past three years, who will move into a senior advisory role.

Designer and Luxury

Maria Grazia Chiuri's Inaugural Couture Show for Fendi to Be Held in Rome

The designer is to unveil her fall 2026 couture collection for the house on July 9 in the Eternal City.

Shoe Industry News

Prada Releases Sandals Inspired by Kolhapuri Chappals, Launches Artisan Training Program in India

Fully funded by Prada, the program will run over three years, involving a total of 180 artisans over the period.

Retail

Chanel Brings Coco Beach to Shanghai With First Pop-up

The storied maison's first Coco Beach pop-up has taken up residence at a historic mansion on Wukang Road for a month.

Beauty Features

EXCLUSIVE: Formula 1 Driver Charles Leclerc Joins L'Oréal Paris

As global ambassador, he will front L’Oréal Paris Men Expert and the L’Oréal Paris hair care and styling lines.

Fashion Features

From the Archive: The Evolution of the Met Gala, From Society Supper to Global Spectacle

Met Gala chair Pat Buckley, friendships and philanthropy were the perfect pairing for fashion's party of the year.