FASHION BUSINESS

While LVMH and Kering face hurdles, Brunello Cucinelli thrives. And Hermès aims to dethrone Louis Vuitton as luxury’s biggest brand

The latest fashion CEOs emerge from communication backgrounds, thriving in PR, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence

With luxury still striving to succeed online, the pioneer who successfully “put fashion on the net” delves into the secrets of (e-)commerce

Why are men dominating top creative and business roles in an industry primarily shaped by and for women? Recent appointments raise eyebrows

British-Indian exec, 30 years in Unilever HR, heads Chanel as Global CEO. Her ethos? People first, guided by a “Lift as You Climb” motto

All that we learned when we stepped into the Palace of Westminster to attend the Digital Skills Summit at the Houses of Parliament

New Year’s sales: A dance of delight and dilemma for sellers and shoppers. Are they the secret ingredient or a luxury brand’s image downfall?

A Paris talent’s curiosity sparked the debut of a paper mag, diving into creativity through the prisms of satire and surrealism. Plus, an epic video to spill

Lancôme’s Global Brand President, her inclusive leadership breaks conventions and empowers women. Discover the trailblazer’s business acumen

An Italian talent with a strong finance background, she leads Saint Laurent and Kering as a top luxury business manager. Discover her journey to success

Thanksgiving weekend sales and deals were a success, especially among Gen Zers who prefer not to pay full price for their purchases

The actress unveiled the Christmas window displays at Printemps, kickstarting the festive season. In France, holiday spending is expected to reach over €72 billion

After decades as heads of design or fashion directors, second-in-command talents now replace superstar creative directors, from Gucci to Moschino

Would you give your soul just to take a look at the fashion editorials backstage by the Creative Fashion Director of Harper’s Bazaar Italia? Well, here you go

A new academic year has started: a return to creativity, all-nighter study sessions and stylish gossip. Hello newcomers, we are here to help you navigate these days

We know you know the struggle of building a network. That’s why Modeld was created as a platform to connect models and brands in a safe, inclusive way

Hi-tech and new gens are changing this conservative world struggling to innovate with mass prestige, aka masstige

Talking with this Head of Editorial Content on what is next for fashion content in the ocean of fashion news. Spoiler: something emotional, big, yet glocal

With our tools going virtual and publishers shifting their business to digital, these physical media will make you embrace your inner paper addict

As we attended the Cartier Women’s Initiative awards ceremony, here is an insight into how female visionaries are finding new solutions to global challenges

We brought together talents, executives and academics to discuss creativity and new virtual frontiers in an innovative (and innovating) fashion world

Emerging Asian countries guys will be amazed by our students’ projects mentored by Valentino’s Chief Brand Officer. It’s only on paper, but still jjang!

Facing the challenges of the future, companies are delving into AI, robotics and design by hiring robot designers and user experience experts for tech-based products

Visiting Japan is already popular, but we will give you a new perspective. Forget postcard views: find beauty in small things, starting with a vintage textile dealer

With brands dropping rainbow-themed collections, what does Pride Month really mean? Here we cover LGBTQ+ representation in fashion

The Dior Fall 2023 fashion show in Mumbai is expected to cause a butterfly effect on the country's fashion and craft arena on so many levels. Starting from below

This country is a gem for luxury thanks to a strong local consumer. But the K-pop phenomenon is spreading worldwide, and brands are riding the wave

Maria Grazia Chiuri’s decision to showcase in the country created a buzz. But what do editors in town think about it? Here, four IM Mumbai students share visions

Although luxury group HQs, MCNs and media outlets initially settled in Beijing and Shanghai, fashion is one of the city’s key industrial clusters to expand

The luxury market in the region accounts for 5-6% of global sales – a percentage that can easily double in the midterm with a shift in local consumers’ behaviour

The industry is expected to reach 313 billion dollars in 2022, and the last dedicated shows in Riyadh unveiled the rising specialised brands to keep an eye on

From a book presentation to an “on pocket” personal image consultant: the journey of Luisa Lombardi, who merged AI with a new online shopping process

Want to stay on track when your boss discusses molleton? Irene Festa’s new book is here to help you talk about clothes in all th(re)e languages of fashion

Both platform that allows users to rent designer styles, the American Rent the Runway is booming while Beijing-based YCloset shut down last year. Why did this happen?

The creative director of “the silent powerhouse” discusses Italian pragmatism, the modern woman and how to “stay true to the story and not lose sight of the dream”

“The higher the price, the greater the desire” no longer works, as this year’s $3 trillion in counterfeit sales were a result of brands’ pricing and marketing plans

Alumnus PJ Almera on his ARCO Bag created after winning the “Design Your Dream Bag” contest launched by Istituto Marangoni with UP TO YOU ANTHOLOGY

The journey through the country’s megacities stops in Shanghai’s Anfu Road, where creators as flâneurs turn a public space into the Internet celebrities’ street

What when talents think outside the box and boost their path? We met three Istituto Marangoni alumni who are successfully heading their companies

Experts in attracting talents must deal with their demands for a hybrid workplace and progressive policies. Have you ever heard of the Chief Happiness Officer?

“The Milk of Dreams” was launched as a unique mentorship programme for Master’s students, led by the creative fashion director at Harper’s Bazaar Italia

This $26 billion market is bigger than womenswear. Here's how international brands can navigate diverse local tastes, from Western formalwear to ethnic wear

The country is home to a fifth of the world’s youth population. Offering both workforce and target market, what are they asking from international luxury brands?

We are exposed to too many reports, articles and data. To avoid getting lost in this diversification, here is a list of knowledge systems from which ideas come together

Former students joined the I’M Global Alumni Reunion as part of the Istituto Marangoni’s I’M Community project. Here’s what went down

Tracing each step from sourcing to the distribution network, this sector is evolving more traditional positions into exciting yet challenging opportunities

In the DIFC, a 1,050 square metre building is the gateway to the world of made-in-Italy fashion education, meeting UAE traditions and international influences

With the luxury market to exceed USD 200 billion by 2023, the country offers a huge opportunity for brands, if only they can figure out how to navigate this sector

Sun and sand, the world’s best hotels and malls, combined with digital innovation and talent-oriented openness: let’s discover the emirate as a place-to-be

If hyper-sexualisation is the key to marketing, the teenage years are the gateway to a brand’s global success. But what is the result of this ideological consumerism?

Pitching a magazine’s content to the reader’s level, this opening piece aims to convey the mood of each issue. Peek inside the work it takes to make a journal

WeChat, Red Book and Dazhong Dianping social media are key tools for the country’s hotel industry. But how do you become a master in hospitality management?

What do recruiters expect from you today? Much lies in a company’s organisational culture and in sharing the same ideas and values

The library is where your deeper creative inspiration blossoms. But what to read and how to create a method?

Next leg of the journey through the country’s megacities: Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing shows how to make a retail space a trendy core

We continue our journey to transform creative work from co-opting practices from underrepresented groups to fair exchange

Let's be inspired by other communities but do it respectfully. Here’s a guide to turning your creative work into a fair exchange

Having fun while reinventing the iconic “Amourette” by Triumph. Two alumnae share their behind-the-scenes

E-commerce, social media and gaming platforms are not taking over brick-and-mortar. It's just the end of shopping boundaries

From Asia to Milan, from the metaverse to sustainability, the founder and CEO of RG Showroom on the future of fashion

Join us on a journey through the megacities and phantasmagorias of today’s country. First stop: Parkview Green in Beijing

Here’s an essay to answer one of creative directors' dilemmas: sell what you can make or make what you can sell?

In China, the mother-daughter duo behind Colette is still an inspiration for future fashion buyers

My answers to questions on post-Covid-19 fashion economics, industry’s strive for innovation, second-hand growth, and everything in between