The Federal Trade Commission said Monday it was suing to block Coach parent Tapestry’s $8.5 billion deal to buy Michael Kors owner Capri, saying it would eliminate competition. This comes at a time when several US lawmakers have sought increased scrutiny from the FTC of several multi-billion dollar deals that might risk higher prices and affect consumers. US … Read more
If I were on a game show, my special subject would be handbags. Designer, high-street, vintage, new—handbags are kind of my thing. So, when I come to tell you about a brand that embodies everything we fashion people are looking for in a handbag right now—think timeless, quiet luxury that is incredibly versatile and won’t require … Read more
“For these quantities our competitors in Asia don’t even start their machines,” says Renato Usoni, president of the luxury division of Riri’s owner, Swiss conglomerate Oerlikon. In a market that Usoni has estimated to be worth €3.5 billion to €4 billion (US$3.75 billion to US$4.3 billion), prices range from €2 per zip to €20,000 for … Read more
As soon as I see any discounts begin there is only one thing on my list: designer handbags on sale. Rather than get swept away by a clothing trend or buy yet another navy jumper (although, that’s never really a bad move), I think it’s sensible to take stock of what you own and, if you’re … Read more
