Istituto Marangoni, one of fashion’s leading private higher educational groups, on Monday unveiled its new Paris campus, locateds in the tony 16th arrondissement of the city.
Istituto Marangoni Paris – Courtesy
Marangoni, which was previously located in Paris’ 8th arrondissement, first opening there in 2006. Spread over five floors at 15 rue Boissière, the new campus totals 3,000 square meters.
There are currently around 700 students though that number will rise quickly. The student population is composed 15% of French people, with pupils coming from over 50 nationalities. Annual tuition is in line with key European fashion schools; and ranges from €20,000 to €30,000.
Originally founded in Milan in 1935 by tailor Giulio Marangoni, as an applied art school training pattern makers and seamstresses, the college grew into an important third level college offering degrees in a fashion, accessories and marketing.
The new IM Paris is located in a district rich with cultural landmarks—from Palais Galliera to the Trocadéro to the Museum of Modern Art. Miu Miu’s twice yearly runway shows are staged around the corner, while the nearby Palais de Tokyo hosts dozens of catwalk shows annually.
“We wanted a campus and we created one,” beamed Valerie Levy, COO of Marangoni France & UK, pointing to an elegant grass garden at the center of the new college.
In some savvy management, Levy managed to convince Paris city hall to authorize the college to connect a series of buildings via the central garden.
As a result, one enters the college via a cobblestone courtyard, through two linked buildings on the east side. To the west are a long series of just-renovated classrooms; ateliers for pattern making; photo studio and restaurant. To the north an orangerieideal for exhibitions.
An opening display features the graduate show staged last year in the Galliera, including several impressive lace, guipure and crochet assemblages by Franck Bousquet, who has since been hired by Dior. Alongside each of the 10 students displays one found custom-made scents by perfumer Philippine Courtière inspired by their designs.
“The new Istituto Marangoni Paris campus offers an unparalleled environment for future creators. Designed to inspire collaboration and experimentation, it stands as a testament to the school’s unwavering dedication to shaping the future of fashion, luxury, and beauty on a global scale. More than just a campus, this new space is set to become a dynamic creative hub—where emerging talents engage with industry leaders, pushing the boundaries of fashion and luxury,” Marangoni added in a release.
The Marangoni group has expanded steadily and now includes campuses in London; Florence and Milan, Italy; Miami, USA; Shanghai and Shenzhen in China; Mumbai in India, and most recently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Among Marangoni’s distinguished alumni are Franco Moschino, Domenico Dolce, Alessandro Sartori, Alessandra Facchinetti, Julie de Libran and Rahul Mishra.
Marangoni is part of Galileo Global Education, Europe’s largest for-profit higher education provider, one of whose key shareholders is Téthys Invest, a subsidiary of the Bettencourt Meyers family. This French family’s huge wealth is based on its controlling stake in L’Oréal, the world’s largest cosmetics and perfume companies.
Calvin Klein unveiled on Tuesday its spring 2025 campaign starring global superstar and three-time Grammy award-winner Bad Bunny.
Calvin Klein taps Bad Bunny for spring 2025 campaign. – Calvin Klein
Shot and directed by fashion photographer Mario Sorrenti, the campaign captures Bad Bunny in an immersive world where sensuality takes center stage, with the campaign film set to his hit song ‘EoO’.
As part of the campaign, the multi-platinum recording artist is styled in Calvin Klein’s new Icon Cotton Stretch underwear, a modern evolution of the brand’s iconic designer underwear. The new line features a stitch-free Infinity Bond waistband, a supportive contour pouch, and enhanced shape retention for optimal comfort and fit. The line is available in various styles including briefs and trunks.
The campaign launches online, with exclusive content featuring Bad Bunny rolling out across the brand’s social media channels throughout the week. The campaign will also be showcased in high-impact out-of-home placements worldwide.
“This has been in the works for some time now, seeing it finally come to life has been gratifying,” said Bad Bunny. “I’m excited and grateful for the opportunity to be part of this brand’s iconic campaign, and getting to shoot it in Puerto Rico made it that much more special and genuine.”
Sports, fashion and lifestyle brand JD and premier mixed martial arts organisation UFC have launched a new European partnership.
Building on the success of activations in 2024, this year JD strengthens its presence by officially establishing itself as a key partner across UFC events. This will begin on Saturday (22 March) at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs Brady at The O2 in London.
And continuing the link is understandable, given UFC boasts a global fanbase of more than 700 million with such events as Saturday’s broadcast in over 170 countries. With over 300 million social media followers, UFC also “has built a powerhouse brand that transcends sports”.
JD says the collaboration will put its community “at the heart of elite combat sports, offering exclusive behind-the-scenes access before and after events”.
Under the partnership, JD branding will be featured on UFC’s Octagon at European events, while collaborative digital content “will create greater fan engagement”.
Throughout the year, JD will also host a series of fan-centric events across Europe, “providing exclusive access to world-class [mixed martial arts] MMA”.
Neil Corrie, brand director EMEA at JD, said: “Our… community has shown an incredible passion for UFC, and we are listening. This partnership marks the beginning of a series of events and content opportunities designed to create real connections between our consumers and the world of UFC. Together, we’re taking the fan experience to the next level, moving Forever Forward.”
Nicholas Smith, senior VP of Global Partnerships for media conglomerate TKO, added: “JD is a brand at the forefront of youth culture. It is a perfect match for UFC’s dynamic and passionate fanbase. We look forward to engaging and inspiring audiences across Europe like never before.”
Following on from an activation at Westfield Stratford, a handful of JD shoppers will be entered into a draw for a chance to win tickets to Saturday’s event. Five winners (plus one guest each) will witness UFC action live from the arena.
Collaborations are a key part of Clarks Originals’ DNA and the latest doesn’t disappoint, especially for rock music lovers. The footwear brand has picked brooding star Liam Gallagher to help it celebrate its 200th anniversary.
It’s an obvious choice given its first collab with the former Oasis band frontman was an instant sell-out success in 2022, the brand notes.
Its reimagined another archival silhouette, bringing the the “long-time Clarks fan” to present his latest creation, “giving fans another chance to own a piece of Gallagher-approved footwear history”.
The exclusive collaboration sees Gallagher “breathe new life” into the Clarks Desert Rain, a rare brand silhouette originally launched in the early 2000s.
Staying true to Clarks’ heritage while adding Gallagher’s signature touch, the LG Desert Rain features Clarks Originals’ premium pebble crepe outsole; Jumbo cotton cord upper in Clarks’ tonal suede colourway; Liam Gallagher’s famous silhouette branding on the heel; double-sided suede fob, featuring Clarks Originals branding on one side and LG’s silhouette on the reverse; leather lining; Liam Gallagher branding on the heel; and tonal lace.
Gallagher’s view?“My favourite Clarks shoes are the ones that are on my feet, Desert Rain… when I put on Clarks, like when I put these [Clarks Desert Rain] on today, I feel proper”.
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