Zara crowns its 50th-anniversary celebrations with the launch of a multi-category collection created in collaboration with fifty globally renowned creatives. The lineup spans multiple industries, including fashion (with Pierpaolo Piccioli), music (with Rosalía), photography (with Steven Meisel and David Sims), makeup (with Pat McGrath), and film (with Pedro Almodóvar and Luca Guadagnino).
Jumper by Luca Guadagnino for Zara’s 50th-anniversary collection – Zara
The collection, which will be officially launched on October 6 in select stores and on Zara’s e-commerce site, features a diverse range of items — from jackets and chairs to bags, sleeping bags, and pet accessories. The initiative “perfectly sums up the spirit of the brand and its commitment to working with the best design and creative talent, making that work accessible to many,” the brand says in a statement, which also notes that the selected lineup includes the brand’s own design team.
“It is an honor that these artists have chosen to celebrate our anniversary with us in this way,” said Marta Ortega Pérez, non-executive chair of Inditex. “Each of them is a leading figure in their field for their imagination, innovation and integrity. They share the same passions that Zara has had since the beginning: quality and the enjoyment of design,” she added.
Each piece in the collection aims to “encapsulate the unique spirit of its creator.” Highlights include an aviator jacket by photographer David Bailey, a beanie covered in badges conceived by stylist Harry Lambert (a regular collaborator with the brand, who has just unveiled his third capsule with Zara), a vanity case designed by makeup artist Pat McGrath, a series of drinking glasses by industrial designer Marc Newson, and a pet carrier by photographer Steven Meisel. “Each object, conceived as a collector’s item, offers Zara’s audience exceptional access to the world of these creators,” the brand notes.
Pet carrier by Steven Meisel – Zara
The full list of collaborators includes Alex de Betak, Anna Sui, Annie Leibovitz, Axel Vervoordt, Beka Gvishiani, Cédric Grolet, Charlotte Rampling, Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Craig McDean, David Bailey, David Chipperfield, David Sims, Es Devlin, Ezra Petronio, Fabien Baron, Guido Palau, Harry Lambert, Javier Vallhonrat, Karl Templer, Karlie Kloss, Kasing Lung, Kate Moss, Leslie Zhang, Linda Evangelista, Luca Guadagnino, Ludovic de Saint Sernin, M/M Paris, Marc Newson, Mario Sorrenti, Naomi Campbell, Narciso Rodriguez, Nick Knight, Norman Foster, Paolo Roversi, Pat McGrath, Pedro Almodóvar, Philip Treacy, Pierpaolo Piccioli, Pieter Mulier, Ramdane Touhami, Robbie Williams, Rosalía, Samuel Ross, Sarah Andelman, Sterling Ruby, Steven Meisel, Tim Walker, and Vincent Van Duysen.
Pop-up in Paris during Fashion Week
Although the collection will be officially launched on October 6, it will be presented during Paris Fashion Week with a pop-up at 40 Avenue Georges V from October 2 to 5. In an exhibition curated by Sarah Andelman, the space will showcase 50 designs and be accompanied by a program of talks featuring some of the collaborators.
Proceeds from the sale of these items will benefit the non-profit organization Women’s Earth Alliance, which aims to protect the environment by empowering women’s leadership. In parallel, and according to the company, Zara will donate €20,000 to 50 charities chosen by the participating artists.
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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.