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L'Officiel: fraud investigation launched following 'predatory' acquisition by Chinese group

French authorities have launched an investigation into potential large-scale fraud surrounding the acquisition of L'Officiel magazine's publisher by a Chinese conglomerate. The founding owners, the Jalou family, are denouncing a “predatory” operation aimed at stripping the assets of the century-old fashion and luxury institution. Behind the...

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Former W editor-in-chief Stefano Tonchi to join L’Officiel

Stefano Tonchi—the former editor-in-chief of Condé Nast-owned publication W who is currently going through a lawsuit with the publishing company—has landed at L’Officiel. According to an announcement made by the publication, he will serve as the title’s first-ever chief creative officer, beginning on Jan. 10. “L’Officiel has built an incredibly...

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L’Officiel donates 60 million worth of ad space to promote social & environmental causes

L’Officiel, the media brand comprising 60 magazine titles across 30 countries, has created a fund to promote social, environmental and equality causes supported by their brand partners. The publication has committed to donating 60 million US dollars worth of advertising space, over two years, in its magazines, websites and social media posts. “...