Versace’s Post

The answers to what should I wear? A simple question that may not have a easy answer. We make strategic changes all the time in jobs, projects, health, and relationships. Yet, have you ever considered changing your wardrobe?

Armani’s elegance, which is now widely recognized across the globe, evolved in dialogue with the style of his “rival” Gianni Versace, in a competition that compelled the two artists to find, refine, and improve their unique languages.   Their polarity during the 1980s and 1990s belongs to a larger narrative framework in Italian culture, which dates back to the Middle Ages. You might recall here the literary opposition of Dante and Petrarch, but rival heroes is quite a common trope later too: from the Renaissance duels of Michelangelo and Raphael, or Ariosto and Tasso, to the Baroque clash of the Roman architects Bernini and Borromini. These aesthetic and cultural feuds also translate into 20th century sports, as we see in the cycling battles of Coppi and Bartali in the 1950s, or the soccer enmity of Mazzola and Rivera in the 1970s.   In this context, then, the Armani-Versace rivalry should not be read through an antagonist cliché, fueled by opposing fan bases, but rather as an illuminating situation, heightening the visibility of each artist’s distinctive traits. In this light, their styles can be summarized in an essential antinomy: simplicity vs eccentricity, or, in other words, minimalism vs hyper-decoration. In contrast with Versace’s colorful, unconventional, and quirky style, Armani aspired to create a sophisticated balance of theatricality and effortlessness, ultimately embodying the notion that fashion, in his words, “is not about being noticed, but about being remembered”. It follows that Armani’s unstructured lines and clean cuts are not blunt simplifications, but rather the outcome of subtraction, aimed at achieving empowerment through understatement.   Check out the full episode at 👉 bit.ly/innovatorsarmani #italianinnovators #fashion #armani #versace

Yseult's Olympic Finale: A Powerful Statement on Diversity in Luxury and Culture I feel this hasn't been talked about enough. On Sunday night, Yseult closed the Paris 2024 Olympics with a soul-stirring, goose bumps inducing rendition of "My Way," and it was so much more than just a performance. My thoughts : ▶ Representation Matters: A plus-size, Black French woman taking centre stage showcases the evolving face of French culture and luxury and I am here for it. ▶ The New Luxury Voice: Yseult's raw, emotive style brings a fresh energy to a classic song, mirroring how new voices are reshaping the luxury industry. Merci and bravo Christian Dior Couture! ▶ 'My Way' - A Fitting Anthem: The song choice perfectly encapsulates the spirit of entrepreneurship and individuality that drives innovation in luxury and also mirrors the way Paris delivered a very successful Olympics were 66% of the medals went to women. ▶ Global Stage, Local Talent: By choosing Yseult to close, the Olympics highlighted France's commitment to elevating diverse, homegrown talents. ▶ Fashion Meets Music: Her stunning outfit by Christian Dior Couture proved that luxury fashion is for every body type. As a Luxpreneur, this moment reinforces that the future of luxury is diverse, bold, and unapologetically authentic. Yseult didn't just close the Olympics; she opened a new chapter in how we perceive luxury and representation. What did you think of her performance? How can the luxury industry continue to amplify diverse voices? #Luxpreneur #TheLuxpreneur #Yseult #Dior #DiversityinLuxuryAwards #YseultOlympics #DiversityInLuxury #ParisOlympics2024 #Olympics #LuxuryEvolution

The surprising backstory behind the Versace Medusa logo, rooted in the childhood playground of the Versace siblings near Reggio Calabria. Is it true or not? comment your thoughts below. . . . . . . . #Versace #MedusaLogo #FashionHistory #DidYouKnow #CommentBelow #EngagementPost #FashionFacts #lcbs #LuxuryEducation #LuxuryManagement #Skills #Growth #luxury #knowluxury #LuxuryConnect #StrategicConsulting #LuxuryBrands #LuxurySuccess #LuxuryLeadership

Italian Luxury: It’s Not Just About Commercial Success, It’s About Synergy and Cultural Relevance Yemi, great points on the commercial success of Italian luxury creative directors! But it’s important to look beyond just the revenue numbers. What makes creative directors like Alessandro Michele and Pierpaolo Piccioli extraordinary is their ability to balance tradition and innovation, creating cultural relevance that resonates globally. Take Prada—the Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons partnership and Patrizio Bertelli’s leadership shows how strategic synergy between creative vision and business acumen drives not just sales, but brand longevity. Additionally it’s the increasing need for CMO and Creative Director symbiosis that will shape the future of luxury brands. These roles are more intertwined than ever, especially in a world where digital engagement, sustainability, and personalization define consumer loyalty. Don’t be too surprised about Pierpaolo, he started at Valentino with Maria Grazia Chiuri in Accessories and worked together until 2016, when Maria Grazia moved to Dior. He maybe in search of just the right opportunity, partnership, set up? Finally, luxury brands must learn from the mass-market evolution of companies like Uniqlo, which has blurred the line between fast fashion and high fashion by focusing on cultural relevance, spearheaded by Christophe Lemaire and Sarah Linh Tran and the recent hiring of Clare Waight Keller (non italians). The question now isn’t just about who’s doubling revenues, but who’s leading the charge in aligning heritage with modern consumer values. #MFW #LuxuryFashion #CreativeDirectors #CMOSynergy #CulturalRelevance #Vogue #Dior #BOF

Once you understand Miu Miu, few words suffice. Behind the mass success of the brand, lays the most honest and vulnerable side of Miuccia Prada, who was searching for her own creative playground when she founded the brand in 1993. I consider myself privileged to exist at the same time as such legendary creative. Read our report on Miu Miu's success, the number one brand in the world, here: https://lnkd.in/eA2PK-ep #MiuMiu #MiucciaPrada

France’s Olympic Opening Ceremony was more Eurovision than haute couture. It’s an opportunity to leverage a country’s brand on the world stage and, instead, Friday night presented a country more concerned with their own internal history and politics than their global influence. It was weak creatively, too. For a nation synonymous with chic and style, it was lack-lustre and low on impact. The concept of using Paris as a backdrop was a wonderful idea but the absence of crescendos and roars from the crowd showed that concentrating a performance within a stadium amplifies volume and clout. The set styling and costume design was reminiscent of a high-school drama performance, flooded with faux silver and gold - unusual choices for a country who, simultaneously, made a pantomime over the beheading of their Queen - Marie Antoinette, resplendent in pink lipstick and peroxide curls. The real glamour could be seen at La Fondation Louis Vuitton, where a star-studded line-up arrived for a significantly more elaborate do - positioning LVMH as France’s modern day royalty. A notion that doesn’t chime well with their political ideology. It was a shame it rained, too, for now the Seine - and its multi-million Euro clean up job - has been rendered useless thanks to overflowing sewage. This seems like bad luck! #openingceremony #brandmanagement #lesjeusolympiques #olympics

The connection between the business of movies and the business of fashion is blurring, and how! Festival de Cannes #Cannes 🎥 What's the connection between the Festival de Cannes, traditionally simply a movie-watching fortnight, and the uptick in fashion? As of 2024, Saint Laurent, under Kering, is heavily investing in film production, co-producing Jacques Audiard's "Emilia Perez" and other films. This represents a shift from traditional product placement to deeper involvement in cinema. The luxury brand aims to connect with consumers through film, leveraging the platform for soft power rather than direct commercial gain, a very non-traditional approach to #marketing. The approach aligns with Kering's long-term investment in cinema, highlighted by its Women in Motion program and acquisition of a stake in Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Historically a showcase for movies, Cannes Film Festival has become an unofficial fashion week with its red carpet and seaside photo ops. Chopard has thus chosen the time to unveil a #hautecouture line, similar to what Versace did last year with a collaboration with Dua Lipa, highlighting the festival as a convergence point for influential figures in the industry. The choice of #Cannes for these premieres reflects a strategic move to leverage the festival's high-profile audience and media coverage. #Fashion #FashionBusiness #CannesFilmFestival #FestivaldeCannes 🔗 Read more in The New York Times. Preview of my alice + olivia overcoat and Saint Laurent jewelry #collaboration in Cannes, shot by The Stylograph for Getty Images.

Prada: The Message Is Love. But their powerful collection suggests that Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons aren’t naive enough to believe that love is all you need, writes Tim Blanks. Read More: https://shorturl.at/hoPU6 #LuxuryConnect #LuxuryCruxx

Cai Xukun makes a comeback with Versace endorsement Just weeks after Cai Xukun (KUN) faced a scandal involving a "forced abortion," the renowned Chinese pop star has made a comeback as the new face of Italian luxury fashion house, Versace. Cai's announcement on Instagram garnered a staggering 1.04 million views, while on Weibo, China's equivalent of Twitter, the hashtag "Cai Xukun Versace global ambassador" (#蔡徐坤范思哲全球品牌代言人#) skyrocketed to the top of the Hot Search list with an impressive 650 million views. Fans eagerly welcomed Cai's appointment, expressing their delight with comments like "Welcome back." Nonetheless, it is important to note that although Cai was previously removed as an ambassador for Prada and sternly reprimanded by the Beijing Advertising Association following the abortion scandal, he was not completely "cancelled." This distinction may be attributed to the scandal being perceived as an ethical issue rather than a legal one, unlike the cases involving Li Yifeng and Kris Wu. Throughout the controversy, Cai continued to release music and actively engage with his fans on platforms such as Weibo. Nevertheless, this recent endorsement marks his return to a high-profile luxury brand since parting ways with Prada. Please check the article from Dao Insights below to know more. https://lnkd.in/ePKHStCq Daoinit #china #fashion #celebrity #identity #news #entertainment #travel #luxury #luxurylife #lifestyle #industry #music Versace