Eric Sylvers

The Italian brand known for its animal prints and flamboyant aesthetic will be taken over by the brand management company behind Martha Stewart.

The fashion house’s recent Times Square takeover thrust Gucci back under the microscope, and Kering’s annual shareholders’ meeting on Thursday gives investors a chance to press CEO Luca de Meo on his plans to reenergise the French group’s wider portfolio.

Barbara Werschine will succeed Andy Lew as chief executive as the French luxury house aims to reignite demand under artistic director Peter Copping.

Dior, Gucci, Vuitton, Zegna… The Italian menswear label will become the latest luxury player to stage a major runway show in the US on Friday, as it aims to extend its winning streak in the market, a relative bright spot amid a prolonged sector-wide slowdown. Plus, an update on Macy’s turnaround efforts and Zara’s momentum.

More teams, more countries and a massive push into the American mainstream. Here is how sportswear giants and fashion houses are lining up.

In a muted deal market, investors are prioritising predictable demand, proven brand strength or heritage brands with turnaround potential.

The former chief creative officer and CEO of Burberry takes control of the 175-year-old company.

This season, new design direction for menswear takes shape at Celine, Givenchy and Lanvin. Plus, Simone Rocha hits the runway at Pitti Uomo, and a Milan outing for Thom Browne.

The creative director's departure after two years was a mutual decision, Moschino said on Friday.

The Swedish fast-fashion giant may once again manage to lift earnings through improved efficiency and cost cuts, but its strategy to deliver sustainable sales growth will be the key focus for second quarter results.