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The latest fashion, luxury and lifestyle round-up from our retail team, led by partners Matthew Martin and Gavin Stenton, reviews the biggest stories in the sector for the month of October. Despite a 'disappointing' financial performance over the previous few years, British luxury brand Mulberry has rejected a second acquisition offer from Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group, which already holds a 37% stake in the luxury handbag maker. Meanwhile, LVMH has announced the sale of its interest in luxury streetwear label Oft-White to Bluestar Alliance, and Richemont, owner of Cartier and Montblanc, is planning to sell its online luxury multi-brand group, Yoox Net-a-Porter, to online shopping platform MyTheresa. Finally – has the reported demise of the high street been exaggerated? Possibly, if the £800 million investment of John Lewis into store makeovers and proposals to transform London’s Oxford Street are an indication of changing times. Read the round-up in full here: https://lnkd.in/eTf25wkN #fashion #luxury #lifestyle

Design and brand creativity should never be a case of ‘that will do’. Challenge what is possible and stretch it a little bit more. Take in case this by Louis Vuitton. Demolition and rebirth is usually preformed behind boards and sheets. This was definitely a case of what if…. #CreativeDisciplines #Creativity #DesignInnovation #ContentMarketing Article by USA TODAY https://lnkd.in/gGHU5EbQ

You can still get Allen's Boots in Austin, but these days you can also grab a pair of Gucci or Versace loafers! If you're into luxury goods, you might be happy to know Austin now has stores for 24 of the world's most luxurious brands. Granted, Houston and Dallas are still far ahead when it comes to high-end stores, but we're definitely getting there. #AvantResidential #AvantResidentialGroup #SusanAvant #compassaustin #compassatx #compass #luxurylifestyle #movetoaustin #atx #sellingaustinsfinestproperties #internationalrealtor #relocationspecialist #leadersinluxury #localexpert #luxuryrealestate #realm #realmglobal

What does your brand taste like? That’s easy enough to answer if you sell whiskey; less clear-cut if you’re a fashion label. Louis Vuitton’s new store at Heathrow airport offers an holistic brand experience, selling womenswear alongside coffee and croque monsieur (croque madame surely better?). A significant contribution to the brand perception is made by architect Marc Fornes, whose tiled cloud structure wittily tethers the store to its airport environs. Its opening is set against an unexpected fall in LVMH Q3 sales, as the luxury sector comes under pressure to restore a perception of value for money. Just as each product needs to contribute to the bottom line, each must sustain brand equity also. Whether toast is compatible with Louis Vuitton’s eponymous trunks remains to be seen. #brandexperience #productstrategy

Scoop: While ZARA USA's moving out next year, these four retailers are moving IN to Union Square on Post St., including right across from Zara's longtime 26,000-square-foot store. Union Square Alliance (Business Improvement District) #retail #sanfrancisco #luxuryretail BREITLING St. John Knits ROLEX Patek Philippe news, there's at least four new deals on will be moving on from 250 Post St. next year, but four #luxury retailers are moving in along Post, including right across the street. https://lnkd.in/gdis_gDh

Hermès has established itself as a formidable player in the luxury market, achieving remarkable growth even as competitors like LVMH and Gucci face declines. The brand’s unique strategy of maintaining high demand while limiting supply has allowed it to thrive in a challenging economic landscape. RB Insights: ▪️Hermès focuses on exclusivity and desirability, particularly with its iconic handbags. ▪️The brand’s revenue growth outpaces competitors despite a global luxury slowdown. ▪️Hermès faces potential risks, including market corrections and sustainability concerns. Hermès stands out in the luxury sector, boasting a market cap of over $233 billion as of October 2024. Its stock price has soared to more than $2,200 per share, reflecting investor confidence in its future growth. In contrast, competitors like LVMH and Kering have reported declines in sales, with LVMH experiencing a 13% drop and Kering facing a staggering 40% decline. The brand’s unique position is further highlighted by its price-to-earnings ratio, which is more than double that of its rivals. This metric indicates strong investor faith in Hermès’ ability to continue growing, even as the luxury market undergoes significant corrections. Read full analysis and watch CNBC report at https://lnkd.in/gaCBb4pc 🔗 Link in bio #fashionnews #hermes #luxury #newsupdate #retailnews #fashionindustry #newsreport

Is Golden Goose Worth $3 Billion? Golden Goose, the Italian brand adored by celebs like Taylor Swift and Chris Hemsworth, is taking the fashion world by storm with its uniquely "vintage" sneakers, retailing at a cool $500 a pair. The company has carved out a unique niche by offering sneakers distinguished by a "vintage finish" that gives them a deliberately scuffed appearance, a look that comes with a premium price tag. As they prepare for an IPO in Milan that could value them at €3 billion, the brand's remarkable growth is undeniable: $637 million in revenue for 2023, up 17% from last year, and 21 new store openings! In a time when luxury experiences are stealing the spotlight from luxury goods, can Golden Goose keep its sparkle? #GoldenGoose #LuxuryMarket #LuxuryGoods

M&S’s Polo Some 30 years ago, BDALondon was working with M&S to help develop products that they could no longer make in their supply chain in the UK. At the time, 99% of goods sold in M&S were made in the UK, but they were under price stress from competitors sourcing from the East. Quality and styles had been compromised to hit commercial price points. We landed in Hong Kong (still a British colony) with lots of product ideas around 1990. One of the M&S buyers (or selectors, as they were called) for the leisurewear department (known as T28) was thrilled to have discovered the factory that made the polo shirt for Ralph Lauren, which was the gold standard at the time for quality, style, and fit. M&S developed a very similar polo with the said factory and realized they could hit a retail selling price of circa £5*, compared to RL's £25*. *These price points are what I remember, so don’t quote me, but it gives you an accurate relativity. (Please, anyone in my network, help with more accurate price pointing.) The assumption was this superior quality, fit, and style would offer the M&S customer such great value that sales would grow exponentially. However, what wasn’t factored in was the old dark arts of marketing! As you’ve probably guessed, there was no significant change in sales. The same guys came into the same store and bought the same amount of polos that they’ve always needed. From both brands. The strength of the M&S brand was so strong that customer loyalty drove a perception that M&S quality was always superior to anyone else’s. The strength of Ralph Lauren doesn’t need explaining. #innovation #offshore #sustainabilty #bdalondon #trendhub #marksandspencer #ralphlauren

Burberry Goes Back to Basics, Again. When times get tough, the British brand tends to lean more heavily on its heritage. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gUpSfDNr #LuxuryCruxx #LuxuryWatches #Burberry #LuxuryFashion #BritishHeritage #FashionTrends #LuxuryBrands #ClassicStyle #FashionReinvention #SustainableLuxury #TimelessFashion

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