Articles by Isabella Naef
Isabella Naef has been the Senior Editor of FashionUnited Italy since 2008. She is in Milan and covers fashion and luxury goods, with a particular focus on financial and economic news and sustainability. A dual Italian and Swiss citizen, Isabella graduated in Political Science from the University of Milan. She is member of the Professional Journalists' Association since 2000, contributing to newspapers and magazines. She is passionate about covering the fashion industry during this dynamic period, where sustainability, Gen Z, and artificial intelligence are paving the way for new and exciting chapters in economic, creative, and trend history.
Aeffe: revival proposal confirmed with investment of over 100 million euros
The presence of a consortium involved in the revival project for the Aeffe Group has been confirmed at Italy's Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT), as part of the negotiated crisis settlement procedure. The luxury company, headquartered in San Giovanni in Marignano in the province of Rimini, owns historic brands such as Alberta...
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Milan Fashion Week SS27: a comprehensive overview of collections and events
A fashion week of some contradictions. It ranged from Diesel's 'performance' shows with 200 dancers from (La)Horde, the Marseille-based artistic collective, to smaller brands like Biagini. Biagini is a historic made-in-Italy leather goods label that builds customer relationships through an intimate and passionate narrative of its work. The week...
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MFW: Luisa Beccaria collection inspired by an ancient herbarium
During Milan Fashion Week, which concludes today, Luisa Beccaria presented its spring/summer 2027 collection, named Herbarium. The collection places botanical themes and natural elements at the core of its design proposal. The line explores the brand's classic motifs through prints, embroidery and appliqués depicting flowers, leaves and...
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Superstudio acquires a controlling stake in Spring Studios New York
Superstudio Events, a Milan-based group active in the events and production sector, is entering the US market by acquiring a majority stake in Spring Studios New York Llc, the company that manages the Tribeca venue and its events business. "The agreement also includes a defined schedule for Superstudio's acquisition of the remaining minority...
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Geox approves 2027/29 industrial plan: revenues to reach up to 650 million euros in 2029
This week, the board of directors of Geox, a company listed on the Euronext Milan market, approved an update to the group's 2027-2029 industrial plan. The board also approved a technical change to the execution methods for any remaining balance due from Lir srl, as part of the financial manoeuvre defined on December 30, 2024. Consolidated...
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Glenn Martens' last show for Diesel with 200 dancers
Belgian designer Glenn Martens' latest collection for Diesel was presented yesterday in Milan. It marked the first day of Milan Fashion Week, dedicated to the spring/summer 2027 collections. The collection was an ode to everyday life, mixing denim with leather and celebrating the fun of opening one's wardrobe to mix things up. “At Diesel, the...
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Italian cosmetics: turnover expected to reach 18.1 billion euros in 2026
With an expected turnover of 18.1 billion euros (20.7 billion dollars) in 2026 and growth over the last ten years at a rate more than six times higher than the national GDP, the cosmetics industry continues to create value, skilled employment and competitiveness for the country. These figures were presented last week at Assolombarda during the...
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Brazilian brands to feature at Milan Fashion Week
Milan Fashion Week kicks off today with 60 shows, 53 physical and seven digital. The schedule also includes 93 presentations, six of which are by appointment, and 58 events, totalling 211 appointments. An additional 11 events from the Fashion Hub will also take place. Brazilian brands are set to be key participants in Milan. ApexBrasil, the...
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Milan Fashion Week expected to generate over 219 million euros
Milan Fashion Week kicks off today, September 22, with a schedule of 203 appointments. This includes 61 catwalk shows, 54 of which are physical and seven digital. There will also be 88 presentations, with four by appointment only, and 54 events. Increase in foreign visitors and fewer Italian attendees expected For Milan Fashion Week, which...
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Glenn Martens departs as creative director of Diesel
Glenn Martens is departing from Diesel. The brand announced the news in a statement today. Martens' final show for Diesel to take place in Milan on September 22, 2026 "Diesel today announces the conclusion of Glenn Martens' tenure as the brand's creative director, following the presentation of the spring/summer 2027 collection. Martens' final...
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