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01.20.25

The latest news is fashion and luxury (episode 21)

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NellyRodi’s fashion and luxury experts share their picks from the market’s major updates. Episode 21 covers December 2024 and January 2025.

December 10 - LVMH invests in Les Domaines de Fontenille hotel group

In partnership with Anaïs Ventures, LVMH has acquired a minority stake in Les Domaines de Fontenille, a hotel group with 11 properties in France, Italy and Spain. The investment’s goal is to fund the acquisition of new estates and the renovation of iconic locations, such as the Domaine de Fontenille in Provence and Les Hautes Mers on Île d’Yeu. Despite a 3% decline in revenue in Q3 2024, LVMH is betting on luxury hospitality to expand its portfolio, which already includes Belmond and Cheval Blanc. With two openings planned by 2026, this partnership highlights the growth of tourism combining prestige and authenticity.

 

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January 1 - 20 years of collaboration between Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami

Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami are celebrating two decades of an iconic partnership that revolutionized luxury by fully embracing pop culture. By reissuing the Multicolor Monogram series featuring signature pieces such as the Speedy and Papillon bags adorned with the Japanese artist’s smiling flowers, the house showcases a design that defined the 2000s. Staring Zendaya and photographed by duo Inez and Vinoodh, the campaign celebrates a unique fusion of contemporary art and traditional craftsmanship and showcases how this bold alliance has influenced luxury aesthetics worldwide while reaffirming its cultural relevance today.

 

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January 2 - Exclusive high jewelry exhibition at the Petit Palais

In spring 2025, the Petit Palais in Paris will unveil an unprecedented exhibition showcasing nearly 5,700 high jewelry designs and pieces previously hidden from the public eye. This retrospective will immerse visitors in the creative processes of renowned jewelers such as Boucheron, Cartier, Lalique and Rouvenat, by featuring preparatory sketches, gouache renderings and three-dimensional models. The public will discover the varied inspirations of these designers – from museum artifacts to the natural world – and be able to trace the evolution of styles from the Second Empire to Art Deco and Art Nouveau. The initiative reflects a growing trend among cultural institutions of highlighting the heritage of fashion and jewelry and giving luxury houses a prestigious platform for their artistic legacy.

 

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January 8 - Rolex reinforces exclusivity

Since January 1, 2025, Rolex has increased its prices, particularly for gold pieces, with hikes of up to 14%, reflecting the 27% surge in gold prices during 2024. The yellow gold Day-Date has jumped from €41,000 to €44,200, while the GMT-Master II now costs €44,600. Steel and platinum collections have also seen more subtle adjustments of around 1%. True to its annual tradition, this strategic price revision underscores Rolex’s commitment to balancing exclusivity and leadership in the rapidly expanding luxury watch market.

 

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January 9 - Y/Project permanently closes its doors

After 14 years of innovation, Y/Project is permanently closing. Unable to find a buyer after entering judicial restructuring in September, the Parisian brand announced the end of its activities on Instagram, paying tribute to its collaborators and iconic artistic director Glenn Martens. Founded in 2010 by Yohan Serfaty and Gilles Elalouf, Y/Project became a beacon of inventive fashion. Under Martens’ leadership since 2013, the brand experienced meteoric growth, achieving €10.9 million in revenue by 2022. In a volatile industry, however, the loss of key figures along with economic constraints sealed its fate. The end of Y/Project reflects the structural challenges faced by small brands, even when creativity and international acclaim are present.

 

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January 9 – Loewe’s rural Spanish roots

For its Spring/Summer 2025 campaign, Loewe delves into its Spanish heritage and connection with nature using Tavertet, Catalonia landscapes photographed by David Sims. Featuring Drew Starkey, Taylor Russell and Wang Yibo, the campaign highlights a holistic relationship between the body and the environment, moving fashion out of the city and grounding it in a rural setting in a reflection of harmony between humanity and nature.

 

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January 9 - Gucci’s Endless Narratives window displays

Gucci reinvents the classic storefront with the Endless Narratives visual experience blending teal library-inspired decor with stellar replicas of archival pieces and art objects. Presented in flagship boutiques, this innovative approach also features 80 works by Luca Pignatelli. By merging a revisited heritage with modern artistry, Gucci reaffirms its role as a cultural innovator.

 

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January 10 – The Dolce & Gabbana exhibition at the Grand Palais

The Grand Palais in Paris is hosting the immersive retrospective “From the Heart to the Hand: Dolce & Gabbana,” which opened on January 10 and will run until March 31, 2025. The celebration of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s creative universe showcases 220 haute couture pieces and reflects the house’s diverse cultural influences, from opera to architecture, cinema and art history. Curated by Florence Müller and designed by the Galuchat Agency, the exhibition exemplifies a growing trend among luxury maisons to showcase their heritage in order to appeal to a new generation seeking authenticity and exceptional craftsmanship.

January 10 - Chinese Youngor Group acquires Bonpoint

Bonpoint, a leading luxury children’s ready-to-wear brand, is entering a new era with the €200 million acquisition by Chinese Youngor Group. Founded in 1975 and boasting over 130 boutiques worldwide (including 30 in China), Bonpoint embodies French savoir-faire. For Youngor, a giant with 18,000 employees across various sectors, the purchase represents an opportunity to strengthen its expertise in the rapidly growing premium children’s fashion market in China. This strategic alliance underscores the global appeal of family-focused luxury.

 

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January 12 - Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami pop-up in London

Louis Vuitton has transformed its Soho, London pop-up into an immersive experience celebrating the 2025 reissue of Takashi Murakami’s iconic designs. Spanning two floors, the space combines historical archives and revamped pieces, including collector items like skateboards and accessories featuring the famed Supersoft Panda. The centerpiece is an exclusive café where every detail – from pastries to napkins – bears Murakami’s signature touch. More than an exhibition, the space redefines the interaction between art and luxury and caters to a modern clientele seeking unique, prestigious experiences.

 

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