The fashion industry’s long-standing dependence on water-intensive practices—ranging from cotton cultivation to denim finishing and leather tanning—has exacted a heavy environmental toll. Freshwater systems have suffered widespread contamination from chemical dyes and industrial runoff. In response, Kering—the luxury group behind Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Bottega Veneta—has launched a pioneering Water-Positive Strategy. This bold initiative commits […]
Gucci has announced the departure of Sabato De Sarno, who is stepping down as creative director just two years after his appointment. De Sarno succeeded Alessandro Michele in 2022, taking on the challenge of revitalising the brand amid slowing sales. A graduate of Milan’s Istituto Secoli, De Sarno built his career behind the scenes, having […]
Kering, the French luxury goods giant, has announced a series of new CEO appointments as part of its strategy to address declining sales and revitalise its key brands. Cédric Charbit, currently CEO of Balenciaga, will take over as CEO of Saint Laurent, replacing Francesca Bellettini, who will oversee development across Kering’s fashion, leather goods, and […]
Kering is a global luxury organization that oversees the growth of a number of well-known fashion, leather goods, and jewelry houses, creating the luxury of the future in an ethical and sustainable manner. Since its launch in 2020, Kering has been an active participant in the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) Corporate Engagement Program, which […]
