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.
Milano Unica sees growth in international buyers
Milano Unica has concluded its 42nd edition with an increase in international buyer attendance. The Italian high-end textile and accessories trade show took place at Fiera Milano Rho from January 20 to 22. It presented the spring/summer 2027 collections and saw France (+8.5 percent) and the US (+13.5 percent) emerge as the two most represented...
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Passing of Valentino Garavani closes an era in 'Made in Italy' history
With the passing of Valentino Garavani at 93, we witness the end of an era where Italian style reigned supreme. Joining the ranks of departed legends like Gianni Versace and Gianfranco Ferrè, Valentino’s legacy represents the pinnacle of Italian excellence. His work, rooted in the elegance of Rome and the industrial chic of Milan, inspired...
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Leo Rongone appointed new CEO of Moncler, effective April 1, 2026
Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone is the new CEO of Moncler, effective April 1, 2026. The executive, who is currently leading Bottega Veneta, will leave the Kering-owned brand at the end of March. Luca de Meo, chief executive officer of Kering, stated in a note: "I would like to thank Leo Rongone for his leadership and the significant contribution he has...
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Pitti Bimbo starts tomorrow in Florence with 100 kidswear collections
The 102nd edition of Pitti Immagine Bimbo will begin tomorrow, Wednesday, January 21, in Florence. Running until Thursday, January 22, on the top floor of the Central Pavilion at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, the event will showcase over 100 autumn/winter 2026-27 collections. More than 65 percent of these are international. “Pitti Bimbo no....
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Call for transparency, archival references and co-ed formulas at Milan Fashion Week
Milan Men’s Fashion Week, showcasing autumn/winter 2026–27 collections, concluded today with digital presentations as the city shifts focus to women’s fashion week, scheduled for February 24–March 2. The season delivered solid, well-executed collections, though few breakthroughs. Designers largely turned to brand archives, refining established...
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Fashion mourns Valentino Garavani; funeral to be held in Rome on Friday
Valentino Garavani passed away peacefully today at his home in Rome, surrounded by his loved ones. The announcement was made in a statement by the Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti Foundation. He will lie in state at Pm23, located at Piazza Mignanelli 23 in Rome. This will take place on January 21 and January 22, from 11am to 6pm....
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Blumarine parent company Blufin to cease production
Blufin spa, the parent company of Italian designer label Blumarine, is set to cease its production activities this year. The news comes less than a year after Georgian designer David Koma debuted as the fashion house's creative director at Milan Fashion Week. London-based Koma's pre-fall 2026 collection was presented in recent days....
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Future of Woolrich and Sundek collections following BasicNet acquisition
Marco Tamponi is officially the global brand manager for Woolrich and Sundek. The two brands were recently acquired by BasicNet. They join Sebago and Superga, two brands that have long been underits creative direction. The Italian fashion company founded by Marco Boglione also includes Kappa, Robe di Kappa, K-Way, Briko, Jesus Jeans and Sabelt...
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Chiara Ferragni acquitted in Pandoro and Easter Eggs charity case
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been acquitted at the end of the summary trial concerning the well-known cases of the Pandoro Pink Christmas and the Easter eggs charity promotions. The decision was made by Ilio Mannucci Pacini, the judge of the third criminal section of Milan, according to a report from the Italian news agency Ansa. The...
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Brunello Cucinelli backs new Saks Global leadership amid Chapter 11 filing
While attending the second day of Pitti Uomo in Florence, following what he described as a "very, very interesting" opening, Brunello Cucinelli shared his enthusiasm for the leadership transition at the newly formed Saks Global. "We were delighted to learn this morning that our highly esteemed Geoffroy van Raemdonck has been appointed CEO of...
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