Haute Headlines

• Kering Lands Big Eyewear Deal with Valentino
  Kering has struck a licensing agreement to design & distribute Valentino eyewear—part of its strategy under CEO Luca de Meo to deepen Valentino’s orbit while postponing full acquisition until 2028. First collection revealed at Paris Fashion Week in October 2026, with retail rollout from March.

• Chopard Returns to the Ice: Haute Joaillerie “Ice Cube” Unveiled
  During NYFW, Chopard premiered “Ice Cube,” a sculptural high‑jewellery collection with dramatic light‑play and architectural volume. Debuted at One Vanderbilt with a couture capsule by Caroline Scheufele in guipure lace, gold and midnight blue tones. Wearable art at its boldest.