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Italy’s Maison Valentino announces Riccardo Bellini as CEO
Italian luxury fashion house Maison Valentino has named Riccardo Bellini as its new chief executive officer, effective September 1, 2025.
Maison Valentino has appointed Riccardo Bellini as chief executive officer, effective September 1, 2025.
Bellini, former CEO of Maison Margiela and Chloé, and most recently managing director of Mayhoola, brings nearly 30 years of luxury experience.
Chairman Rachid Mohamed Rachid praised his leadership, as Bellini pledged to shape Valentino’s next chapter with Alessandro Michele.
Bellini brings nearly three decades of experience in the fashion and luxury industry, with senior leadership roles across renowned houses. He previously served as CEO of Maison Margiela and Chloé and held key business and marketing positions at Diesel and Procter & Gamble. Most recently, he was managing director of Mayhoola, Valentino’s parent company, Valentino said in a LinkedIn post.
A graduate of Bocconi University and IESE Business School, Bellini is recognised for his international perspective.
“With Riccardo’s appointment, we are accelerating Valentino’s trajectory. I know his extensive luxury experience, strategic acumen, and proven leadership, which — together with Alessandro Michele’s powerful creative vision — will drive the Maison forward and amplify its unique identity,” said Rachid Mohamed Rachid, chairman of Valentino.
“I am honoured to join Valentino, an iconic maison that blends extraordinary heritage and craftsmanship with a unique creative voice. I look forward to working with Alessandro Michele and the exceptional Valentino teams to celebrate the Maison’s timeless values while crafting its next chapter,” Riccardo Bellini stated.
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Published
January 15, 2026
Patrick Ta Beauty announced on Wednesday its official debut at Sephora Middle East, as the U.S. beauty brand looks to expand within the region.
As part of the deal with the French beauty retailer, Patrick Ta Beauty will launch across 34 Sephora doors throughout the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar giving locals access to the Vietnamese-American makeup artist’s viral Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo, Major Skin Hydra-Luxe Luminous Skin Perfecting Foundation, and a selection of Ta’s signature glow giving essentials.
“I’ve felt such a strong connection to the beauty community in the Middle East for years – their love for glam, artistry, and the pride in makeup truly inspire me,” said Ta, who co-founded his namesake beauty brand in 2009 with product specialist, Rima Minasyan, and entrepreneur, Avo Minasyan.
“So many of my followers and clients from the region have supported me from the very beginning, and this expansion feels like a moment we’ve all been building toward together. Bringing Patrick Ta Beauty to Sephora Middle East is a dream come true, and I can’t wait to meet everyone and share our artistry in person with this exciting next chapter for the brand.”
To mark the launch, which rolls out online Janaury 16 and in-store on January 22, Ta will be in the region for a series of celebratory activations, including personal appearances at Sephora Dubai Mall, meet-and-greets, VIP events, and engagements with local creators and tastemakers.
“We are thrilled to bring Patrick Ta Beauty to our vibrant beauty community across the Middle East, who are always seeking the latest innovations,” said Hasmik Panossian, Sephora Middle East managing director.
“Celebrated for its modern artistry and innovative formulas, Patrick Ta Beauty delivers elevated, high-quality products that truly resonate with our customers. At Sephora Middle East, we are proud to consistently introduce the brands our community is asking for, and we look forward to having our customers experience Patrick Ta Beauty firsthand.”
The Midde East deals comes just months after Patrick Ta Beauty inked a new distribution deal with Sephora to enter Mexico, where it is now available across 50 stores locally.
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Published
January 15, 2026
New York-based womenswear brand Derek Lam is set to return to the New York Fashion Week calendar this February, debuting the first collection under newly appointed creative director Robert Rodriguez.
The return to NYFW signals the relaunch of the Derek Lam mainline collection following the departure of founder Derek Lam in 2023. Rodriguez, a CFDA member, steps into the creative director role overseeing design direction, product development, and brand image.
Under Rodriguez’s leadership, the Derek Lam Collection will focus on elevated essentials defined by relaxed precision and modern refinement. While maintaining the brand’s signature minimal sophistication, the new direction introduces added warmth, texture, and sensuality.
“We’re working to elevate design and innovation across categories and accelerate brand recognition and consumer engagement,” explained Danielle Alalu, brand president of Derek Lam
“As the marketplace has evolved, we see an opportunity to bring back what was originally a designer collection in a more accessible way. Robert’s obsession with fit, quality, and design is exactly what Derek Lam needs to create a fresh point of view in the advanced contemporary space.”
The relaunched Derek Lam Collection will be positioned within the advanced contemporary market, with pricing ranging from $295 to $1,295. The brand will initially be reintroduced through brand-owned direct-to-consumer channels, with exclusive partnerships with global retailers to be announced later this year. Derek Lam 10 Crosby will continue to operate as a separate contemporary line.
“Robert brings a rare balance of creativity and commercial instinct. Alongside Danielle’s strategic leadership, we now have a unified team ready to propel Derek Lam into its next chapter- building a modern American brand with global reach and enduring relevance,” added Dan Shamdasani, CEO of Public Clothing.
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