Italy

Around 1,000 retail and logistics employees across Italy declared a ‘state of unrest’ after accusing the Kering-owned brand of withholding a promised welfare bonus.

The Singapore-headquartered fast fashion retailer was fined for misleading customers about the environmental impact of its products in its second financial sanction by a European competition authority in little more than a month.

The fashion group and one of its units ‘issued misleading ethical and social responsibility statements in contrast with the actual working conditions found at suppliers and subcontractors,’ Italy’s antitrust regulator said.

The group saw sales in its wholesale channel sink, especially at its smaller Thom Browne brand, as well as weakness in the Chinese market.

Marie-Louise Sciò’s fashionable hotel group – prized for its vibey, relaxed vision of luxury hospitality – is adding new properties to its portfolio with backing from private equity firm Aermont.

The Italian cashmere firm has been placed under judicial administration for a year due to alleged worker exploitation and inadequate oversight within its supply chain.

From Dolce & Gabbana lounge liners to Dior-branded buoys, the symbiotic strategy is tailor-made for social media.

The Italian luxury label posted stronger-than-expected revenues and reaffirmed double-digit growth targets through 2026.