Armani
Italian luxury group Armani has appointed Dario Vitale as Creative Director of Accessories for both Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani, effective immediately.
With the appointment, Dario Vitale becomes the first person from outside the Armani family to take on this strategically important creative role.
Dario Vitale has built an impressive career in the fashion and luxury industry. He previously served for eight months as Chief Creative Officer of Versace. Prior to that, he was Design and Image Director at Miu Miu, part of Prada Group, having spent many years working in the design studios of the Group’s brands. He first joined Miu Miu in 2010 and left in March 2025.
His career has given him a keen eye for product, a deep understanding of quality control, and extensive expertise in contemporary brand positioning. Born in 1983, Dario Vitale studied design at Istituto Marangoni and previously worked at Bottega Veneta under then-Creative Director Tomas Maier.
Armani Group said the appointment marks the beginning of a new chapter in the brand’s history, opening up a dialogue between innovation and the brand’s core identity. While remaining faithful to Giorgio Armani’s longstanding aesthetic vision, the move further strengthens the Group’s creative structure and supports the brand’s continued development.
Hugo Boss
German fashion and luxury group Hugo Boss has appointed Michael Murray as Chairman of the Supervisory Board.
Michael Murray is currently Chief Executive Officer of British fashion retail group Frasers Group, a major shareholder in Hugo Boss. He is also the son-in-law of Frasers Group founder Mike Ashley.
Michael Murray said that “Hugo Boss has excellent fundamentals, with two strong brands, Hugo and Boss, a well-established global presence, and significant untapped potential. I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Supervisory Board and Managing Board to build on the company’s strong foundations and execute its strategic priorities. We will ensure continuity across the business, maintain a clear long-term perspective, and work to unlock the full potential of Hugo Boss, creating sustainable value for all shareholders and stakeholders.”
Meanwhile, another Frasers-nominated candidate, Robert Palmer, is expected to join the Supervisory Board, subject to final approval by the local court. Robert Palmer is a chartered accountant with more than 40 years of experience in audit and corporate advisory. During his career, he has held a number of senior positions in the accounting profession and advised numerous listed and privately held companies on corporate transactions. Since 2022, he has served as a director of Frasers Group Financial Services Limited.
Capri
US fashion and luxury group Capri Holdings Limited has appointed Catherine So as Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer, effective October 19.
In her new role, Catherine So will report to the Group’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, John D. Idol.
Catherine So previously served as Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Tiffany & Co., overseeing legal affairs, compliance, intellectual property, litigation, corporate governance, brand protection and related functions across its global operations. She first joined Tiffany & Co. in 2015 and held a number of leadership positions, including Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, and Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, before being promoted to General Counsel in 2021. Earlier in her career, she held a senior legal role at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York. She began her legal career in private practice at Debevoise & Plimpton.
DoDo
Contemporary jewellery brand DoDo, owned by French luxury giant Kering, has appointed Isabella Novali as Creative Director, effective September 16.
In her new role, Isabella Novali’s responsibilities will be further expanded, giving her oversight of DoDo’s entire creative direction.
Isabella Novali joined DoDo in 2025 as Head of Brand Image and has played a key role in the brand’s ongoing premiumisation. She has more than 10 years of experience in the fashion and jewellery industries and previously worked at Italian luxury brand Moncler and jewellery brand Swarovski.
| Source: Official press releases, imille
| Image Credit: Courtesy of the brands, personal social media accounts
| Editor: Luxeplace
