David Yurman Opens in SoHo Today David Yurman opened a boutique in New York’s SoHo neighborhood. This is the jewelry designer’s second NYC location and is near the company’s headquarters. It took Yurman and his wife, Sybil around five years to choose the perfect space. “We were not in a rush. We tend not to …
Jenny Packham Opening Hong Kong Store Next month, designer Jenny Packham will open a flagship store in Hong Kong’s Central district. The “minimalist and modern” space will carry Packham’s evening and bridal collections and was designed by Packham herself in collaboration with architects Peter Kirkness and Winnie Cheng. “Asia has been a major market for …
Estée Lauder Purchasing Le Labo Estée Lauder Cos. Inc. has signed a deal to purchase Le Labo, an indie fragrance brand. Cofounders Fabrice Penot and Eddie Roschi released a joint statement calling Lauder “the ideal home” for their brand. “The Estée Lauder Cos. not only understands and respects the core elements of our business, but …
Coty to Acquire Chanel Beauty In a surprising move, Coty Inc. has announced plans to acquire Chanel Beauty from Bourjois in a deal worth an estimated $239 million. The move gives the French luxury house a 4.2 percent stake in Coty. “I’m not surprised that Coty made an acquisition, as it’s always on the hunt for …
Bottega Veneta Taps Ryan McGinley Bottega Veneta is solidifying its ties with the art world, partnering with famed American photographer Ryan McGinley for its resort 2015 advertising campaign. The gorgeous images, which were shot at New York’s Botanical Garden, will make their debut in the November issues of fashion magazines. There will also be a behind-the-scenes video …
