All articles by Barney horner
Barney horner
Chanel Drops Exotic Skins in Luxury Fashion First
On Tuesday Chanel announced it would no longer use exotic animal pelts, making it the first luxury fashion house to say no to crocodile and lizard skin, a move welcomed by animal rights groups.
Gruppo Mastrotto presents People, Next Level and launches a cutting-edge project concerning social and work inclusion
The company, which is a leader for the tanning of cattle hides in Europe, is pursuing its path in terms of human resources, integrating corporate welfare and social responsibility in a structured system of initiatives
Gucci to go to Court Over Tax Avoidance Charges
Milan prosecutors have wrapped up their probe into fashion group Gucci’s alleged tax evasion of around £887m, paving the way for a formal request for a trial, a judicial source said last Tuesday.
Luxury Giant Kering to Join Forces With Apple
Kering said on Monday it would develop its own online shopping sites by 2020, ending an outsourcing joint-venture for brands like Balenciaga, showing how major luxury companies are speeding up their ecommerce plans.
Ethiopia Reforms in Bid to Become Africa’s Manufacturing Hub
Ethiopia’s ongoing economic and political structural reform will have a major hand in realising the country’s manufacturing goals, according to their Investment Commission.
Former COTANCE President Adolfo Mattirolo passes away; COTANCE mourns an historical figure of Italy’s and Europe’s leather industry
On 24 November 2018, Adolfo Mattirolo passed away at the age of 94
Scottish Leather Group Start Brexit Risk Register
The Bridge of Weir-based company, and self-professed largest manufacturer of leather in the UK, has included Britain’s exit from the EU in a list of the principal risks and uncertainties facing the business in its latest accounts.
Bangladesh’s Annual Leather Fair Begins
Bangladesh’s international exhibition on leather industry machinery, components, chemicals and accessories began on Thursday. Its aim: to bring all the latest industry technologies under one roof for sector insiders.
Dolce and Gabbana Cancel Shanghai Fashion Show After Alleged Racism
Following accusations of racism in its promotions of the event, Italian fashion house Dolce and Gabbana reportedly cancelled a fashion show in Shanghai.
ELeather and Nike Partnership Announced
Nike and ELeather have announced a long-term, strategic innovation partnership which will introduce a new super-material to the sporting footwear brand.