The week that was in style: September 24-29
MICHAEL KORS ACQUIRED VERSACE
SEPTEMBER 25
Michael Kors Holdings has acquired the Italian luxury brand founded in 1978 by Gianni Versace for USD2.12 billion. Donatella Versace, the late designer’s sister who took over the fashion house after his murder in 1997, has stated that it is about time for the brand to join forces with Michael Kors after 20 years of her taking over the company. “I’ve been approached by many interested parties, but I know this deal is the right one for this company — both now and for our future,” Versace said to The New York Times. “Their passion and vision for Versace is clear and completely in line with mine.”
She will still serve as Versace’s artistic director together with her brother Santo and her daughter Allegra; the three will also get about USD177 million worth of shares. Michael Kors Holdings Limited will be called Capri Holdings Limited once the deal is officially closed.
LONGCHAMP DEBUTED ITS AMAZONE BAG
SEPTEMBER 26 | Makati
Longchamp has unveiled its new Amazone line that was inspired by powerful women who defy the status quo. It features three different sizes of messenger bags made with supple leather in black and powder. The bags also come in a python-print calfskin in shades of dusty pink, blush, and coral pink as well as gray. There are also versions in gray and white gradations.
The Longchamp Amazone bag is now available at the Longchamp Boutique, Greenbelt 5.
ABS-CBN BALL 2018
SEPTEMBER 29 | Makati
The red carpet at Shangri-La Makati was at its brightest when the stars of ABS-CBN walked down it to attend the ABS-CBN Ball. The event was held in support of the children saved by Bantay Bata 163, and celebrities pinned blue ribbons on their outfits in support of the work that the organization does.
Speaking of the outfits, the stars came dressed to the nines, but it was actress Erich Gonzales (in Vania Romoff) and her Siargao costar Jerico Rosales (in Ziggy Savella) that won the best-dressed title.
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