Elie Saab appoints Artistic and Design Director of Handbags

Marina Raphael, a sixth generation member of the Swarovski family and a fashion designer who designs handbags for her eponymous brand and Swarovski, has been appointed Artistic and Design Director of Handbags at Elie Saab. The creative partnership will introduce a fresh approach to Elie Saab’s handbag designs to expand the category, driven by Raphael’s…

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Mike Ashley slams ‘desperate’ Boohoo following CEO snub

Frasers Group’s Mike Ashley has labelled Boohoo Group “desperate” after the online retailer promoted Debenhams boss Dan Finley to CEO instead of appointing him to the role. Frasers, which owns brands including Sports Direct and Flannels, has built up a 27% share in Boohoo. Last month, the group published a letter attacking Boohoo’s management and…

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