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Sofia Celeste

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Italian Yarn Spinners Brace for Higher Costs

Yarn makers set to unfurl their spring 2015 collections at the three-day Pitti Filati fair are turning to…

Italia Independent Sales Soar

The fashion group controlled by Lapo Elkann said that revenues surged in the first three quarters of the…

Fashion Focuses on Digital Tech At Decoded Forum Milan

The summit was dedicated to the intersection between digital technologies and the fashion industry.

Designers Feel Pinch of Rising Costs at Milan Fairs

Because of rising material costs, prices are being set at luxury levels.

Fretting Fabric Costs at Unica

Amid a push to render wool ever more luxurious, raw material prices are likely to rise in the coming months.

Mipel Brands Buck Negative Trend

Embattled high-end Italian leather goods and accessories makers at the four-day trade show were holding…

International Appeal at Italian Bridal Fair

Domestic and international exhibitors showcased 171 bridal collections at bridal fair Si Sposaitalia…

Antonio Tajani Forges a European Fashion Alliance

The European Commission’s vice president for industry and entrepreneurship aims to build a solid coalition of…

Pitti Bimbo Brands See International Growth Potential

In the face of unfavorable consumer spending trends, upscale children’s wear brands set to unfurl their…

Gucci Appeals Guess Ruling in Milan

The Italian court previously rejected Gucci's claim that Guess Inc. violated several of its “iconic&#8221…

Lamborghini Teams With Blancpain

The automaker and historic Swiss watchmaker have partnered to attract male consumers with a penchant for…

Unemployment, Taxes Top Concerns in Italy PM Race

Election takes place at a time of economic hardship for textile industry.

Pianoforte Considering 2015 for IPO

Italian fashion firm is comprised of fast-fashion accessories brand Carpisa, innerwear and beachwear brand…

Italy’s Mills Battle Credit Woes

Italian fashion leaders are calling for immediate government action as small to medium-sized businesses face…

Milan Experiences Youth Movement

A report from the fall trade fairs.