Dubai is getting a highly coveted addition to its growing list of the world’s most sought-after luxury boutiques this week. “I am thrilled to announce the opening of our first boutique in the Middle East, in the Dubai Mall,” said designer Simon Porte Jacquemus in a statement to WWD. “I am very happy to start … Read more
PARIS — French daily newspaper Le Monde is expanding its lifestyle vertical with the launch of its first physical event inspired by its weekend magazine M and its offshoot Le Goût de M. Le Goût de M Festival, to be held this weekend at the École Duperré fashion and applied arts school in Paris, will … Read more
PARIS — Fresh off his celebrity-studded spring 2024 show at the Fondation Maeght art museum in the South of France, Simon Porte Jacquemus already has another architectural marvel in his sights for his next runway display. The French designer who’s known for his sun-drenched Mediterranean aesthetic plans to celebrate the 15th anniversary of his brand … Read more
ANCHORS AWEIGH: Chanel is returning to the South of France for its cruise collection. After staging the destination show in Los Angeles last year, the French fashion house plans to present the cruise 2025 line in the port city of Marseille on May 2. The event will “celebrate the energy and cultural vitality that make … Read more
PARIS — Jacquemus has named former LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton executive Mélissa Ait-Ouakli commercial director, effective Tuesday, signaling continuity in the French independent brand’s retail strategy following the surprise departure of its chief executive officer. In the new position, Ait-Ouakli will oversee the e-commerce, retail, wholesale and client experience divisions and will report directly … Read more
Bastien Daguzan is parting ways with Jacquemus after less than two years as president of the breakout brand. Simon Porte Jacquemus, founder, owner and creative director of the 14-year-old designer business, thanked Daguzan in a statement Thursday and said: “Bastien has been a driving force behind the business and its leadership. We wish him well … Read more
