Must Read: Chanel's Next Métiers d'Art Show Is in Rome, Canali Appoints Creative Director
These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday.
Chanel’s Next Métiers d’Art Show Is in Rome
Chanel announced its next Métiers d’Art 2027 show will take place in Rome on Dec. 2, 2026. In the announcement, Chanel noted that house founder Gabrielle Chanel first visited Italy in 1920 and her Italian friendships (such as with filmmaker Luchino Visconti, pictured above) “fueled her imagination and made a strong impression on her work.” Chanel’s most recent Métiers d’Art collection was unveiled in New York City. {Fashionista inbox}
Canali Appoints Creative Director
Italian menswear brand Canali has tapped Alessio Lillocci as its creative director. Lillocci previously served as the head of the men’s style office at Brunello Cucinelli, and most recently as men’s ready-to-wear collections director at Prada. Though Lillocci contributed to the design of Canali’s Fall 2026 offering, his first collection in this new role is slated for Spring 2027. {WWD/paywalled}
Zara Denies Infringing Jo Malone Trademark
Zara has denied infringing Estée Lauder’s Jo Malone trademark, saying in U.K. High Court filings that it uses the perfumer’s name on fragrances it sells in collaboration with her in line with principles Estée Lauder set out in 2020. Estée Lauder’s lawsuit against Malone, “Jo Loves” and Zara’s U.K. business is based on the words “Jo Malone” being included in the product descriptions on Zara’s website and “Created by Jo Malone CBE, founder of Jo Loves” on the back of the packaging. {Reuters}
The Value Gap Between Coach and Gucci Is Closing
On Thursday, investors valued Coach owner Tapestry at $27 billion to Gucci parent company Kering‘s $36 billion, marking the narrowest gap between the two companies in 15 years. Their current valuations reflect a shifting fashion market and the progression of their respective turnarounds. Sales at Gucci have fallen by more than 40% from their peak in 2022, while Coach’s 2025 sales were up 14% versus 2022. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}
Medicube Parent Company APR Reports 123% Revenue Boost
APR, the company behind Medicube, reported its Q1 2026 results on Thursday, which showed a 123% year-over-year (YoY) rise in revenue to 593 billion KRW ($405.3 million). Its cosmetics and beauty category saw a 174.3% YoY rise, and its beauty device category experienced a 46% YoY bump. APR’s overseas revenue share increased from 71% in Q1 2025 to 89% in Q1 2026, with the U.S. representing 42% of the Q1 2026 revenue share. {APR}
