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Fashion Network
03-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Crystal Palace Football Club and Macron extend partnership
Italian sportswear designer/provider Macron has signed a new multi-year contract extension with English Premier League club Crystal Palace. With the south London club having won the FA Cup in May and now set to play in one of Europe's key knockout competitions for the 2025/26 season, the contract expansion is a certainly a key one for Macron. It continues 'the strong and successful relationship between the club and the Italian brand leader in sportswear', the Bologna-based company said. It noted that the 'now-iconic FA Cup-winning shirt', has been officially restocked and will be distributed to fans starting from mid-September (priced £70), and will include the return of its historic 1861 crest. The extended agreement will also see Macron continue to supply all match day kits, training wear, travel-wear and accessories for players and fans. 'Preparations are already under way for future collections that combine high-performance materials, stylish design and a deep connection to the club's heritage', it also said. Crystal Palace commercial director Barry Webber added: 'Macron has proven to be a fantastic partner for Crystal Palace, and this renewal is a natural next step in what has been a hugely successful collaboration. 'Together we've produced some of the most memorable kits in the club's modern history, and this new agreement builds on everything we've achieved so far.' Macron CEO Gianluca Pavanello also said: 'This year, we experienced one of the most thrilling moments in Crystal Palace's history, and we are glad to have been a part of it. We are equally delighted to continue this successful journey together and to celebrate future victories on the pitch.'
Fashion Network
03-07-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Crystal Palace Football Club and Macron extend partnership
Italian sportswear designer/provider Macron has signed a new multi-year contract extension with English Premier League club Crystal Palace. With the south London club having won the FA Cup in May and now set to play in one of Europe's key knockout competitions for the 2025/26 season, the contract expansion is a certainly a key one for Macron. It continues 'the strong and successful relationship between the club and the Italian brand leader in sportswear', the Bologna-based company said. It noted that the 'now-iconic FA Cup-winning shirt', has been officially restocked and will be distributed to fans starting from mid-September (priced £70), and will include the return of its historic 1861 crest. The extended agreement will also see Macron continue to supply all match day kits, training wear, travel-wear and accessories for players and fans. 'Preparations are already under way for future collections that combine high-performance materials, stylish design and a deep connection to the club's heritage', it also said. Crystal Palace commercial director Barry Webber added: 'Macron has proven to be a fantastic partner for Crystal Palace, and this renewal is a natural next step in what has been a hugely successful collaboration. 'Together we've produced some of the most memorable kits in the club's modern history, and this new agreement builds on everything we've achieved so far.' Macron CEO Gianluca Pavanello also said: 'This year, we experienced one of the most thrilling moments in Crystal Palace's history, and we are glad to have been a part of it. We are equally delighted to continue this successful journey together and to celebrate future victories on the pitch.'
Fashion Network
10-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
La Perla acquired by US billionaire Peter Kern
The new owner of Italian luxury lingerie label La Perla is US billionaire Peter Kern, the former vice-president and CEO of Expedia. The news was reported by Italian daily Il Messaggero, citing sources from Italy's Ministry of Business and Made-in-Italy (MIMIT). The news has been confirmed by other sources close to the matter. Kern lives in Italy with his wife Kirsten, and is nicknamed 'Mr Brunello di Montalcino' for his investments in the wine industry. He has acquired the rights to La Perla's brand name and the label's Bologna production site. The former was the property of UK-based company La Perla Global Management UK, which is being wound up by the court in Italy and went into administration in Britain, while the factory was owned by Bologna-based company La Perla Manufacturing, also in administration. MIMIT Minister Adolfo Urso will give the unions details of the operation, which will save 210 jobs, while a turnaround plan involving 40 new hires has been drawn up. According to Il Messaggero, it was Kirsten who encouraged her husband to buy La Perla. Kern is said to have paid approximately €25 million for the production site, the minimum price having been set at €22 million. A local accountancy firm, Studio Trombone, is advising Kern, and is drawing up a plan to relaunch La Perla, tapping its Bologna factory's lingerie expertise. Il Messaggero has reported that, although some competitors submitted higher bids for La Perla, Kern prevailed because he pledged that manufacturing and product development will remain in Bologna. Kern will assume the role of president of La Perla, while Paolo Vannucchi will be back at the helm as CEO. A few years ago, he had led the label during the final months of Silvio Scaglia's ownership, and the transition to subsequent owner Lars Windhorst.
Fashion Network
10-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
La Perla acquired by US billionaire Peter Kern
The new owner of Italian luxury lingerie label La Perla is US billionaire Peter Kern, the former vice-president and CEO of Expedia. The news was reported by Italian daily Il Messaggero, citing sources from Italy's Ministry of Business and Made-in-Italy (MIMIT). The news has been confirmed by other sources close to the matter. Kern lives in Italy with his wife Kirsten, and is nicknamed 'Mr Brunello di Montalcino' for his investments in the wine industry. He has acquired the rights to La Perla's brand name and the label's Bologna production site. The former was the property of UK-based company La Perla Global Management UK, which is being wound up by the court in Italy and went into administration in Britain, while the factory was owned by Bologna-based company La Perla Manufacturing, also in administration. MIMIT Minister Adolfo Urso will give the unions details of the operation, which will save 210 jobs, while a turnaround plan involving 40 new hires has been drawn up. According to Il Messaggero, it was Kirsten who encouraged her husband to buy La Perla. Kern is said to have paid approximately €25 million for the production site, the minimum price having been set at €22 million. A local accountancy firm, Studio Trombone, is advising Kern, and is drawing up a plan to relaunch La Perla, tapping its Bologna factory's lingerie expertise. Il Messaggero has reported that, although some competitors submitted higher bids for La Perla, Kern prevailed because he pledged that manufacturing and product development will remain in Bologna. Kern will assume the role of president of La Perla, while Paolo Vannucchi will be back at the helm as CEO. A few years ago, he had led the label during the final months of Silvio Scaglia's ownership, and the transition to subsequent owner Lars Windhorst.
Fashion Network
10-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
La Perla acquired by US billionaire Peter Kern
The new owner of Italian luxury lingerie label La Perla is US billionaire Peter Kern, the former vice-president and CEO of Expedia. The news was reported by Italian daily Il Messaggero, citing sources from Italy's Ministry of Business and Made-in-Italy (MIMIT). The news has been confirmed by other sources close to the matter. Kern lives in Italy with his wife Kirsten, and is nicknamed 'Mr Brunello di Montalcino' for his investments in the wine industry. He has acquired the rights to La Perla's brand name and the label's Bologna production site. The former was the property of UK-based company La Perla Global Management UK, which is being wound up by the court in Italy and went into administration in Britain, while the factory was owned by Bologna-based company La Perla Manufacturing, also in administration. MIMIT Minister Adolfo Urso will give the unions details of the operation, which will save 210 jobs, while a turnaround plan involving 40 new hires has been drawn up. According to Il Messaggero, it was Kirsten who encouraged her husband to buy La Perla. Kern is said to have paid approximately €25 million for the production site, the minimum price having been set at €22 million. A local accountancy firm, Studio Trombone, is advising Kern, and is drawing up a plan to relaunch La Perla, tapping its Bologna factory's lingerie expertise. Il Messaggero has reported that, although some competitors submitted higher bids for La Perla, Kern prevailed because he pledged that manufacturing and product development will remain in Bologna. Kern will assume the role of president of La Perla, while Paolo Vannucchi will be back at the helm as CEO. A few years ago, he had led the label during the final months of Silvio Scaglia's ownership, and the transition to subsequent owner Lars Windhorst.
