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Forget Milan, Florence is cradle of Italian fashion

Think Italian fashion and you are likely to think of chic central, Milan. But "Made in Italy" actually has its roots in Florence, where the hotly anticipated Pitti Uomo trade fair opens this week. The most famous men here may be naked -- from Michelangelo's David to the sea-god Neptune -- but every year the Tuscan city becomes the capital of...

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LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence opens headquarters in Florence

London - LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence, the vocational training programme from the luxury conglomerate is expanding in Italy, establishing its headquarters in Florence in Palazzo Pucci after strengthening its presence in France and Switzerland. The move underlines the program’s European scope and solidifies its main goal of passing on...

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Burberry Foundation awards 3 million pound grant to Oxfam

London - The Burberry Foundation has awarded a 3 million pounds grant to Oxfam to support community cohesion and help struggling families in Florence, Italy. The grant aims to build on work currently underway in the country by Oxfam Italia, as the Florentine area, which is renowned for its garments and luxury leather goods production, has seen a...

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FashionUnited's Guide to Pitti Uomo 92

It´s almost there - the 92nd edition of Pitti Uomo, one of the most recognizable Italian menswear fashion fairs is about to kick off. This year’s edition takes places between June 13 and 16 and is expected to attract over 30.000 visitors from across the globe. A total of 1,220 menswear brands is set to present their Spring/Summer collections for...

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Roberto Cavalli comes to an agreement with unions to axe 50 employees

Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli SpA has come to an agreement with unions as the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy over plans to cut up to 200 roles. The luxury fashion label previously announced its new strategy following the exit of its former creative director Peter Dundas, which included plans to shut design and corporate offices in...

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Florence celebrates inauguration of the new Istituto Marangoni School of Fashion & Art

The city of Florence celebrated the inauguration of the new Istituto Marangoni School of Fashion & Art under the management of Fabio Siddu this week. The official opening of the new premises, which took place on Wednesday, was marked by a dance and light performance from the Compagnia Cafelule. The new premises, located at palazzo 17 Via de’...

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Pitti Uomo 90th edition: 10 memorable moments

‘High heels for men, the usual extravagance’ - that was the title of the article concerning Pitti Uomo, the Italian men’s wear trade fair published by the newspaper ‘Il giorno’ on September 19, 1972. 44 years have passed since then and the 90th edition of Pitti Uomo kicks off today at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, funning from June 14 to...

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Guest Nation Russia cancels visit to Pitti Uomo 87

Russia will not be participating in the upcoming edition of Pitti Uomo in Florence. The Russian Fashion Council has cancelled its appearance as the Guest Nation of the 87 edition of the Italian fashion trade fair, claiming that the ongoing economic situation and currency fluctuations have made it impossible to attend Pitti Uomo. Pitti Immagine...