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Kering Eyewear announces new global deal with Valentino
Published
September 15, 2025
Kering’s full takeover of Valentino may be delayed but the French luxury giant is still deepening its ties with the Italian label.
On Monday, Kering Eyewear and Valentino officially announced a newly signed global agreement. The exclusive collaboration will grant Kering Eyewear the rights to develop and distribute the sun and optical collections under the Valentino brand as of the start of next year.
The company said it marks “the beginning of a long-term partnership between these two global players in the luxury business”.
Roberto Vedovotto, founder, president and CEO of Kering Eyewear, said: “We are honoured to welcome Valentino into the Kering Eyewear portfolio, and to have the opportunity to contribute to the brand’s continued success. As a prestigious Maison de Couture, Valentino stands for masterful craftsmanship, exquisite design, and is a symbol of a one-of-a-kind style. We are therefore committed to developing its sunglasses and frames collections in line with its vision by leveraging Kering Eyewear’s expertise in high-end luxury eyewear and Valentino’s iconic codes, unique heritage, and savoir-faire.”
And Valentino CEO Riccardo Bellini added: “We are delighted to announce this strategically important partnership with Kering Eyewear. Marrying Maison Valentino’s matchless creativity and iconic style with Kering Eyewear’s unrivalled knowhow in luxury eyewear manufacturing and distribution, we will work together to further elevate the Valentino Eyewear experience. We also wish to express our sincere gratitude to AKN Group for the collaboration and the successful development of our eyewear business over the past years. It is with great enthusiasm and excitement that we now embark on this new chapter.”
They also said the deal represents an important step for Valentino’s brand positioning in the eyewear category “leveraging on the unique approach to luxury and innovative business model of Kering Eyewear”.
The collab sees Kering Eyewear further “consolidating its leadership in the high-end eyewear segment, elevating its offer through the addition of an iconic brand celebrated for its unparalleled creative excellence and emotional beauty”.
The first collection under the agreement will be for SS26 and will be presented during the Valentino Show in Paris on October 5. It will be in-store next March.
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Published
October 30, 2025
Gucci, the Kering Group fashion house, is venturing into the world of technical winter sportswear with an exceptional athlete who began his journey as a young ski champion before rising to the top of global tennis. Fittingly, Jannik Sinner will serve as the global brand ambassador for Gucci’s first technical mountainwear collection, titled “Altitude,” launching worldwide for Autumn/Winter 2025/26.
Drawing inspiration from the precision of technical snowwear and the Maison’s long-standing heritage in leisurewear, the men’s and women’s collection spans ready-to-wear, accessories, footwear, and a curated selection of high-performance equipment developed in partnership with HEAD. The range includes skis, poles, snowboards, sports bags, and helmets adorned with Gucci’s iconic Web stripe.
Blending advanced performance with the Maison’s signature design codes, the collection features innovative technical materials and cutting-edge construction. The pieces are crafted from breathable three-layer fabrics, feature water-repellent finishes, and include functional details such as ski pass pockets and touchscreen-compatible inner panels. Completing the range is a line of eyewear — including ski goggles and wraparound sunglasses — both prominently displaying the Gucci logo.
The result is a collection defined not by spectacle, but by precision, power, and poise — traits embodied by athlete Jannik Sinner, who has been aptly chosen as the global brand ambassador. “I have always loved the mountains, and this shoot took place in an absolutely incredible setting,” said Sinner. “Gucci always comes up with extraordinary ideas, but this one was truly magical and an experience I will never forget,” he added, speaking about the campaign set against striking alpine scenery.
The campaign positions “Altitude” as the perfect balance between performance and sophistication. Alpine wear is reimagined through a modern lens, with each piece designed to move seamlessly with its environment — marrying form, function, and elegance.
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Published
October 30, 2025
Demand for gold hit a record high in the third quarter as the the precious metal’s price hit all-time highs on geopolitical unrest, industry data showed Thursday.
Total demand grew three percent year-on-year in the July-September period to 1,313 tonnes, the World Gold Council said, as the metal perceived as a safe haven investment benefitted from the Russia-Ukraine war and the Israel-Gaza conflict.
That was the highest level of demand by volume since the WGC began compiling such records around 25 years ago.
“Various regional conflicts, the increasing rhetoric around trade conflicts, all of that combines really to just create this atmosphere of heightened uncertainty” and boost demand for gold, WGC analyst Louise Street told AFP.
A surge in buying, driven by central banks, coincided with gold’s price striking record after record this year.
However since the metal struck an all-time peak in October of $4,381.52 an ounce, it has fallen heavily on profit taking.
Gold demand by value surged 44 percent year-on-year to a record $146 billion in the third quarter, the WGC added in its report.
The US government shutdown and expectations of more cuts to Federal Reserve interest rates, which is weighing on the dollar, have lent additional support to gold’s price in recent months according to analysts.
There has been strong demand for gold via Exchange-Traded Funds on stock markets. ETFs allow investment without trading on the gold futures market.
The high-price environment has, however, dampened jewellery demand, according to the WGC.
It dropped 23 percent to 419.2 tonnes in the July-September period, the lowest third quarter since 2020 when the Covid pandemic took hold around the world.
Street called gold’s recent retreat to around $4,000 an ounce “a healthy correction… that helps to wash out some of that more frothy, perhaps short-term speculative positioning”.
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Published
October 30, 2025
All set to “reimagine the fashion buying experience”, the launch of ‘Fashion at Spring Fair’ will happen at the NEC Birmingham from 1-4 February.
The launch “marks a homecoming for fashion” to deliver “the best in apparel, accessories, and jewellery under one inspiring roof”, organiser Hyve Group said.
Created in “direct response to buyer demand for a fashion-first experience”, event portfolio director Jackson Szabo said: “Fashion at Spring Fair represents a natural evolution in how we bring style, creativity, and commerce together for the UK fashion retail sector.
“We’ve listened closely to buyers and exhibitors alike, and this new destination is designed to meet their needs. It’s not just a place to discover products; it’s where ideas evolve, collaborations form, and the next stories in fashion retail take shape.”
Buyers will discover “immersive spaces designed to bring fashion to life”, including The Style Atelier, a monochromatic studio hosting live trend forecasts, styling masterclasses, and curated showcases.
Meanwhile, the New Business Pavilion offers a dedicated stage for up-and-coming brands such as Nudie Jewellery, Artemis Muse, and Livia Betancourt, to give buyers first access to “fresh, trend-led collections”.
Alongside this will be a curated selection of standout brands, including Urban Bliss, Lighthouse Clothing, Nina Murati, Decollage, Isle & Stars, Luella, and Girl in Mind, to “highlight the very best in contemporary fashion”.
Jewellery and watches will feature creations from Scream Pretty, Bill Skinner, Ayala Bar, and Peace of Mind, while fashion accessories and leather goods include Rock Luggage, Mala Leather, Ashwood Leather, Alice Wheeler, Pachamama, Yoshi and Eloise London.
Also part of Spring Fair 2026 is a new creative direction called ‘Retail Alchemists, Masters of the Mix’, bringing together “craft, creativity, commerce, and connection in a dedicated space”.
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