Our Legacy continues to grow and is strengthening its presence in France with the opening of two permanent concessions at Printemps Haussmann, one dedicated to women and the other to men. This exclusive presence within a Parisian department store is accompanied by a large-scale campaign, visible across all Printemps window displays since October 15. Shot in New York, the campaign features street-cast models and friends of the brand, evoking the urban dialogue between Paris and New York.
Men’s concession – DR
The spaces, conceived by Our Legacy’s creative director, Cristopher Nying, in collaboration with the architecture practice Profan, embody the brand’s aesthetic DNA: a constant tension between classicism and singularity. Stainless steel, translucent polycarbonate sheets and a rigid, industrial-looking plastic express the refined restraint and spirit of experimentation that define the Swedish label.
Founded in Stockholm in 2005 by Jockum Hallin, Cristopher Nying and Richardos Klarén, Our Legacy has established itself as one of Europe’s most influential niche labels. Born out of a graphic T-shirt project, it evolved into a highly recognisable menswear line before introducing womenswear and genderless design in 2018. The brand is distinguished by its minimalist approach.
In 2016, the launch of Our Legacy Work Shop underscored its sustainable and experimental ethos. This creative laboratory dedicated to upcycling and recycling textile offcuts has given rise to limited collections and numerous prestigious collaborations, including Stüssy, Emporio Armani, Converse and Artek.
Today, Our Legacy operates a selective network combining its own boutiques, concessions and partner retailers. The brand has two stores in Stockholm, one in Berlin, one in London, four in Seoul within Hyundai Department Store, and one in Tokyo at Parco. It has also recently completed a successful launch at Nordstrom Men’s in New York, while a temporary concession is open at Harrods in London until December 2025.
Backed since late 2024 by a minority investment from LVMH Luxury Ventures, Our Legacy is consolidating its hybrid model, combining direct-to-consumer sales, selective distribution and a growing international presence. The brand does not disclose its most recent revenue figure but posted €43.6 million in 2023, and reports continued growth in 2024. Our Legacy is embarking on a new phase of expansion, marked by the gradual opening of flagship stores worldwide.
In this spirit, Our Legacy’s arrival at Printemps Haussmann, together with the establishment of a company in France, symbolises this ambition to expand in one of the industry’s major cities.
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The demerger of Unilever‘s ice cream division, to be named ‘The Magnum Ice Cream Company,’ which had been delayed in recent months by the US government shutdown, will finally go ahead on Saturday, the British group announced.
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Unilever said in a statement on Friday that the admission of the new entity’s shares to listing and trading in Amsterdam, London, and New York, as well as the commencement of trading… is expected to take place on Monday, December 8.
The longest federal government shutdown in US history, from October 1 to November 12, fully or partially affected many parts of the federal government, including the securities regulator, after weeks without an agreement between Donald Trump‘s Republicans and the Democratic opposition.
Unilever, which had previously aimed to complete the demerger by mid-November, warned in October that the US securities regulator (SEC) was “not in a position to declare effective” the registration of the new company’s shares. However, the group said it was “determined to implement in 2025” the separation of a division that also includes the Ben & Jerry’s and Cornetto brands, and which will have its primary listing in Amsterdam.
“The registration statement” for the shares in the US “became effective on Thursday, December 4,” Unilever said in its statement. Known for Dove soaps, Axe deodorants and Knorr soups, the group reported a slight decline in third-quarter sales at the end of October, but beat market expectations.
Under pressure from investors, including the activist fund Trian of US billionaire Nelson Peltz, to improve performance, the group last year unveiled a strategic plan to focus on 30 power brands. It then announced the demerger of its ice cream division and, to boost margins, launched a cost-saving plan involving 7,500 job cuts, nearly 6% of the workforce. Unilever’s shares on the London Stock Exchange were steady on Friday shortly after the market opened, at 4,429 pence.
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Burberry has named a new chief operating and supply chain officer as well as a new chief customer officer. They’re both key roles at the recovering luxury giant and both are being promoted from within.
Matteo Calonaci becomes chief operating and supply chain officer, moving from his role as senior vice-president of strategy and transformation at the firm.
In his new role, he’ll be oversee supply chain and planning, strategy and transformation, and data and analytics. He succeeds Klaus Bierbrauer, who’s currently Burberry supply chain and industrial officer. Bierbrauer will be leaving the company following its winter show and a transition period.
Matteo Calonaci – Burberry
Meanwhile, Johnattan Leon steps up as chief customer officer. He’s currently currently Burberry’s senior vice-president of commercial and chief of staff. In his new role he’ll be leading Burberry’s customer, client engagement, customer service and retail excellence teams, while also overseeing its digital, outlet and commercial operations.
Both Calonaci and Leon will join the executive committee, reporting to Company CEO Joshua Schulman.
JohnattanLeon – Burberry
Schulman said of the two execs that the appointments “reflect the exceptional talent and leadership we have at Burberry. Both Matteo and Johnattan have been instrumental in strengthening our focus on executional excellence and elevating our customer experience. Their deep understanding of our business, our people, and our customers gives me full confidence that their leadership will help drive [our strategy] Burberry Forward”.
Traditional and occasion wear designer Puneet Gupta has stepped into the world of fine jewellery with the launch of ‘Deco Luméaura,’ a collection designed to blend heritage and contemporary aesthetics while taking inspiration from the dramatic landscapes of Ladakh.
Hints of Ladakh’s heritage can be seen in this sculptural evening bag – Puneet Gupta
“For me, Deco Luméaura is an exploration of transformation- of material, of story, of self,” said Puneet Gupta in a press release. “True luxury isn’t perfect; it is intentional. Every piece is crafted to be lived with and passed on.”
The jewellery collection features cocktail rings, bangles, chokers, necklaces, and statement evening bags made in recycled brass and finished with 24 carat gold. The stones used have been kept natural to highlight their imperfect and unique forms and each piece in the collection has been hammered, polished, and engraved by hand.
An eclectic mix of jewels from the collection – Puneet Gupta
Designed to function as wearable art pieces, the colourful jewellery echoes the geometry of Art Deco while incorporating distinctly South Asian imagery such as camels, butterflies, and tassels. Gupta divides his time between his stores in Hyderabad and Delhi and aims to bring Indian artistry to a global audience while crafting a dialogue between designer and artisan.