In New York for the U.S. release of the art book “Kenzo Takada,” the designer discussed the highs and lows of the state of fashion.

An in-house attorney in New York accused the company of sweeping workplace harassment under the rug. LVMH denies the allegations.

He’s also prepping his first sneaker, and plans to spin some wild tales around his collections.

“Everyone wishes to give life back to this jewel,” said François-Henri Pinault, Kering chief.

Despite the recent slowdown of economic growth in major markets including China, the Eurozone and the U.S., the outlook for the luxury goods market remains positive.

The transaction is set to close April 17.

As it waits for the Slimane effect to kick in at Celine, LVMH touted its cash cow brand, which remains highly popular with Chinese shoppers.

Sales in its key fashion and leather goods division, which includes Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Dior, jumped 15 percent on an organic basis.

“Probably for the last 10 years there has been nothing so striking,” the executive said of the Clash de Cartier collection.

A hearing, related to contracts of Lanvin designer Bruno Sialelli, formerly with Loewe, is scheduled for June 14.

The position is a first for the Swiss watch brand in the North American market.

The Florence-based company is turning to the Court of Milan to continue to operate.

South Africa’s Thebe Magugu and Nigerian designer Kenneth Ize are among the eight finalists competing for a grand prize of 300,000 euros.

Technology is inserted into the branches of sunglasses and eyeglasses.

The Italian Fashion Chamber hosted the third “International Roundtable on Sustainability” in Milan.