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Burberry recreates garments from Ernest Shackleton's polar expedition

British heritage brand Burberry has recreated the gabardine outerwear worn by Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew during his 1914 polar expedition to support the National Geographic documentary ‘Endurance’. The documentary, directed by award-winning filmmakers Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin and Natalie Hewit, premiered at the BFI London Film...

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Burberry launches a scarf made from lab-grown Brewed Protein fibre

British heritage fashion house Burberry has launched a scarf using innovative new material, Brewed Protein fibre, developed by Japanese biotech firm Spiber. In a statement, Burberry said it is the first luxury brand to release new products using Brewed Protein; a next-gen, lab-grown fibre produced through the fermentation of plant-based,...

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London Fashion Week at 40: Balancing nostalgia and innovation in a changing industry

As London Fashion Week marks its 40th anniversary, it stands as both a beacon of innovation and a mirror reflecting the industry's evolution. The event's legacy, particularly its 1990s zenith, casts a long shadow over today's proceedings. In that era, the runways sizzled with the avant-garde visions of Alexander McQueen, the punk-infused...

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London Fashion Week: Burberry gives the trench coat a streetwear edge

London, Sept 16, 2024 (AFP) - With a Spring/Summer 2025 collection reinventing the iconic trench coat with a streetwear edge, English designer Daniel Lee brought a breath of fresh air on Monday to fashion giant Burberry, hit by financial troubles. The designer, who has been at the creative helm of Burberry for the past two years, departed from...

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Discover career opportunities at these exciting fashion companies

The fashion industry is a dynamic and creative sector that is constantly evolving. From design to production and marketing to sales; every stage of the process offers exciting career opportunities. Whether you are a recent graduate or have years of experience, the fashion industry has an array of opportunities where passion and craftsmanship...

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Burberry appoints Jonathan Kiman as CMO and Laura Dubin-Wander as president, Americas

Burberry has appointed Jonathan Kiman as chief marketing officer and Laura Dubin-Wander as president, Americas. Commenting on the new appointments, Joshua Schulman, chief executive officer, Burberry said: “Jonathan has a wealth of experience in rejuvenating brands and building digital-savvy marketing organisations. Laura is a results-driven and...

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Burberry facing possible FTSE 100 Index exit amid share slump

Luxury label Burberry could be taken off the FTSE 100 Index amid an ongoing share slump that has seen impact from a wider global slowdown in the high-end sector and a wavering brand revamp. Ahead of the index’s quarterly announcement regarding provisional changes, due to be published August 27, Burberry sits at 140th place on the index with a...

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Burberry reportedly seeking new chairman amid boardroom shake up

Days after the announcement that its former CEO was being replaced by Joshua Schulman, it is now being reported that Burberry is also seeking a possible successor to its current chairman, Gerry Murphy. While an exact departure date for Murphy has not yet been cemented, it is believed that an “indirect hunt” has been launched in a bid to find...

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PETA storms Burberry AGM to call for justice in cashmere industry

While Burberry’s annual general meeting may have already had much to discuss in the way of a new CEO and plans to counter continued poor performance, the biggest upset actually came from that of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Representatives of the animal rights organisation stormed the meeting chanting “shame on...

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Why Burberry is replacing its CEO

Burberry has a new CEO and is making swift changes at the top after a lackluster performance in the first half of 2024. When it was reported last week that Burberry had a strategy problem, little was known that just a few days later chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd would be ousted from the British heritage brand. Since Mr Akeroyd's appointment,...

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Burberry ropes in Joshua Schulman as CEO after disappointing Q1

Luxury conglomerate Burberry reported first quarter retail revenues of 458 million pounds, down 22 percent at reported rates and 20 percent CER. The company also separately announced the appointment of Joshua Schulman as new chief executive officer and executive director, replacing Jonathan Akeroyd who is stepping down and leaving the company...

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Burberry's luxury ascent has a checkered journey

Burberry, the venerable British fashion house, finds itself at a crossroads in its quest for luxury status. The brand's transformation, which began under Rose Marie Bravo's stewardship from 1997 to 2006, saw its valuation soar from 200 million pounds to 2 billion pounds. This period marked Burberry's shift from a staid heritage label to a global...