After selling online only for a few years, Italian womenswear label Redemption has made a comeback at a number of Italian multibrand retailers in recent seasons, and could soon return to the wholesale channel in the USA too.
Redemption, Fall/Winter 2025-26
“Before the pandemic, we did 70% of our business in the USA with department stores, but they kept asking for more and more collections, distorting the label’s DNA somewhat, since it has deliberately been a niche brand from its inception. I was no longer having fun,” said Bebe Moratti, who founded the label with Daniele Sirtori and Vanni Laghi in 2014, talking to FashionNetwork.com. “The pandemic gave us the opportunity to stop and think and start again from scratch, focusing on a more elevated couture style. Retailers are now starting to take an interest in us again. For the Fall/Winter 2025-26, we are receiving requests from the USA, which we might take into account although on our own terms, only releasing two collections a year.”
Redemption’s creations range in price from €600-€700 to €10,000 for couture items. During Milan Fashion Week Women, the label presented a Fall/Winter 2025-26 collection all in black and white, inspired by the rock and new wave icons of the 1970s and 80s and characterised by sartorial silhouettes, androgynous details and sophisticated sensuality.
Redemption, Fall/Winter 2025-26 – Photo: FNW
The collection includes men’s suits with jackets redesigned in new proportions and generously cut trousers, alongside one-shoulder dresses in sheer fabrics with alluring necklines. It blends structured minimalism with highly feminine details. Black and white are the predominant colours, underscored by glossy faux-leather accents and bold textures.
Fabrics play a key role, combining brightness, sophisticated patterns and textural contrasts. Glossy wool lends texture and shine to tailored garments, while velour jersey adds a touch of contemporary opulence. Silk satin fabrics with large polka dot prints introduce a fun graphic element, balanced by the brilliance of sequins and crystal mesh, which capture the light and amplify the looks’ dramatic impact.
Redemption, Fall/Winter 2025-26
“I’ve always had two great passions, music and photography – the latter especially in black and white – and they have inspired an aesthetic based on period pics and films, and on the charisma and natural sensuality of rock stars on stage. I don’t follow trends, instead I like to say that Redemption doesn’t do fashion, it does style,” concluded Moratti.
The Italian family-owned company and Capri have agreed to a price of as much as €1.5 billion ($1.6 billion) for the fashion house founded by the late Gianni Versace in 1978, people familiar with the matter said late Sunday.
Capri Holdings rose as much as 9.6% before the start of regular trading in New York on Monday. Prada shares gained as much as 4.1% in Hong Kong, where the stock was listed in 2011 in a nod to the importance of the Chinese market.
A potential acquisition of the fashion house renowned for its flashy ready-to-wear clothing designed by Donatella Versace — sister of the founder — would allow Prada to create a larger Italian player to compete with global luxury groups such as LVMH and Kering SA.
Capri, which also owns the Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo brands, has been struggling to revive sales growth and last month provided revenue guidance that missed analysts’ estimates, saying a turnaround will take some time.
Rating cut
Its planned $8.5 billion merger with Coach owner Tapestry Inc. collapsed last November after a judge agreed with the Federal Trade Commission’s opposition to the deal — adding to Capri’s difficulties. Its debt was downgraded to below investment grade by S&P Global Ratings in February.
Milan-based Prada and Capri could finalize a deal for Versace this month, said the people, asking not to be identified because discussions are private. Talks are progressing after initial due diligence didn’t find any risks, the people said.
The timing and valuation could change and negotiations could still fall apart, the people added. Capri, which bought Versace in 2018 for about €1.8 billion, didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment on Sunday. Prada declined to comment.
Prada emerged as one of the luxury sector’s winners amid a global downturn for high-end fashion items, and is set to report earnings Tuesday. Its sales surged in the third quarter of last year on the back of its Miu Miu brand, a label popular with younger consumers.
A purchase would run counter to a decades-long trend of Italian fashion groups, including Gucci and Valentino, being taken over by foreign firms.
“Prada would be well positioned to realise Versace’s brand potential in the long term, potentially paving way for the group to become Italy’s answer to the French luxury conglomerates,” UBS Group AG’s analysts led by Susy Tibaldi said in a Feb. 28 note.
The aesthetics of the minimalistic Prada and “maximalist” Versace “are polar opposites” and wouldn’t run the risk of cannibalization, the UBS analysts said in a note.
Anthropologie announced on Monday an expanded partnership with Nest, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering artisans and makers, as part of Women’s History Month.
Anthropologie launches fellowship program with Nest. – Anthropologie
The enhanced collaboration will include a six-month fellowship program, which will provide five recipients with mentorship from key Anthropologie team members and the opportunity to sell their work commission-free through Anthropologie’s stores and digital marketplace beginning in the fall.
To celebrate the launch of this expanded partnership and to honor Women’s History Month, Anthropologie will also host a series of special events. On March 6 in New York City, Anthropologie will hold a Women’s History Month panel discussion featuring key executives from both Anthropologie and Nest, alongside local artisans and makers, to explore the impact of creative entrepreneurship.
Likewise, on March 8, Anthropologie stores in New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago will host Nest artisans and makers for exclusive community pop-up markets, offering customers a chance to shop unique products while supporting local women-led businesses.
Lastly, as part of its ongoing commitment to women’s empowerment, Anthropologie is also pledging a $100,000 annual corporate donation to support Nest’s mission.
“We’re honored to kick off Women’s History Month by announcing the expansion of our partnership and fellowship program with Nest,” said Kate Haldy, head of PR, communications, and Impact at Anthropologie Group.
“Over the past two years, we have been deeply inspired by the incredible work our friends at Nest are doing to uplift and empower artists and makers across the country. We are excited to deepen our commitment to this impactful journey, expanding our support and creating even greater opportunities for these talented communities in 2025 and beyond.”
Gap-owned Banana Republic has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to launch an exclusive capsule collection on March 6 inspired by HBO’s Emmy-winning series, “The White Lotus”.
Banana Republic unveils capsule collection inspired by HBO’s The White Lotus. – Banana Republic
Drawing inspiration from the series’ third season, set in Thailand, the collection channels the essence of wanderlust through fashion. The 24-piece collection features ultra-packable men’s and women’s apparel and accessories, in a palette of turquoise, navy, red, and yellow, complemented by graphic prints and fluid silhouettes.
Key pieces include lightweight knits and relaxed, resort-ready pieces, made in fabrics such as sustainable European Flax linen, lightweight cotton poplin, and 100% silk
“Our heritage, rooted in travel, meets the world of The White Lotus with a thoughtfully crafted collection that is both aspirational and attainable,” said Meena Anvary, head of marketing for Banana Republic.
“This collection celebrates a sense of discovery and wit through a premium lens. Featuring tropical and vintage-inspired prints from our archives and landscapes of Thailand — it embodies the spirit of adventure.”
The collection launches with a campaign starring “The White Lotus” season 3 cast member Patrick Schwarzenegger alongside model, podcast host, and “The White Lotus” aficionado, Shanina Shaik.
“The Banana Republic The White Lotus collaboration brings the show to life with the perfect mix of effortless and vacation style,” said Schwarzenegger. “Banana Republic’s attention to quality and craftsmanship with this collection is impressive.”
The collection will launch in 26 select stores nationwide and online. Prices range from $40 to $300.