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Samantha Conti

Bureau Chief, London

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Emporio Armani Stages a Supersized Show in a Busy Season for the House

Giorgio Armani invited his design team to take a bow at the close of a mega-show that took in an array of…

Daniel Del Core Is Walking on Air, and Preparing to Present in Paris

Daniel Del Core sent out a gossamer-light collection of day and eveningwear, and revealed plans to present…

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot at Roberto Cavalli

Fausto Puglisi's collection was a Sicilian dream, filled with rough-edged charm, sun-bleached neutrals and…

Jane Spring 2025 Ready-to-Wear Runway, Fashion Show & Collection Review: Easy Pieces

Jane Lewis' snappy dresses, suits and coats are for women who don't want spend too much time wondering what…

Stephen Jones Recalls Big Hat Moments of the 1980s With Spring 2025 Collection

The designer, who is preparing for a major show at Paris' Palais Galliera, took a look back at his work with…

Edward Enninful Indulges His Passion for Claude Monet’s Waterlilies With New Print Project

The former editor in chief of British Vogue has partnered with two top French museums and the pioneering…

Burberry Falls Out of Prestigious FTSE 100 Index on London Stock Exchange

Burberry has been knocked out of London's blue chip index due to declining sales, and a shrinking share…

Mytheresa Taps Amber Pepper for Top Marketing Role

Pepper, a marketing veteran who has held senior roles at Tapestry Inc. and Harrods, will become chief…

London Retailers, Brands Remain Upbeat Despite Labour Government’s Looming Tax Spree

In October, Britain's new Labour government is set to unleash a raft of taxes, and pro-union policies, that…

From Cyclones to Strawberries: Welcome to the Wide World of Dyson

James Dyson is a serial innovator whose business and interests extend far beyond engineering, into the arts…

Head Master: How Sir James Dyson Is Building Beauty’s Next Big Powerhouse

Eight years ago Dyson revolutionized hair dryers with the Supersonic. Now, it's looking to do the same in the…

Breitling CEO Invests in Luxury Swiss Soap, Skin Care Brand Soeder

Georges Kern, CEO of Breitling, has taken a private, undisclosed stake in the Swiss brand Soeder, which…

Central Group Takes Full Control of KaDeWe Stores in Germany, Names Timo Weber CEO

It's been a busy week for Central Group, which appointed a new CEO at Selfridges and has taken full control…

Bonhams Names Chabi Nouri, a Former Richemont Executive, CEO

The auctioneer was recently in the news for its sale of "The Crown Props" and a Yohji Yamamoto dress from the…

Dior Marks Harrods Anniversary With 175 Limited-edition Bags in Lime, Orange and Graffiti Print

Dior is swinging into Harrods with a summer pop-up themed around '60s fashion and exclusive Miss Dior and…