Bulgari (BVLGARI)
Italian luxury jewelry brand BVLGARI, under the LVMH Group, has appointed Corinne Le Foll as General Manager of Jewelry and High Jewelry.
Corinne Le Foll’s most recent role was as General Manager of French jewelry brand Dinh Van, where she served from January 2022 to June 2024. Prior to that, she worked at Cartier, a jewelry brand under the Richemont Group, for 20 years. From 2018 to 2022, she served as Cartier’s General Manager for France. In 2010, she took on the role of Marketing and Communications Director for the Middle East and later moved to Paris as International Jewelry Marketing Director.
Pinko
Italian affordable luxury fashion brand Pinko has restructured its board of directors and appointed Pietro Negra, the brand’s founder, as President, and Laura Manelli as Chief Executive Officer.
Both executives are now members of the newly restructured board, which also includes three other directors: Flavio Sciuccati, Alberto Colombo, and Andrea Orlandi.
According to Pinko, the board aims to guide the brand toward growth and innovation to achieve its strategic goals and tackle new challenges. Notably, Flavio Sciuccati and Alberto Colombo will serve as independent directors, as they have no direct ties to the company or its group.
Before joining Pinko, Laura Manelli built extensive experience in the luxury industry, working in the retail division of Armani. She also held key roles at Versace, Fendi, and Sergio Rossi, with her most recent position being Partner and CEO at Aemme Capital, a consulting firm specializing in fashion and luxury strategy.
Vera Wang
Priya Shukla, Senior Vice President of Global Communications at Vera Wang, has stepped down from her position.
During her tenure, Priya Shukla oversaw corporate communications, PR strategies, advertising, events, and philanthropic initiatives. She played a crucial role in establishing and maintaining relationships with celebrities and VIPs, ensuring the brand’s presence at high-profile events like red carpet occasions.
Priya Shukla had been with Vera Wang for nearly 20 years. She initially joined as an executive assistant to the designer before transitioning into PR management, where her responsibilities expanded significantly. Before Vera Wang, she worked at Ralph Lauren.
TOUS
Spanish affordable luxury jewelry brand TOUS has appointed Joseph Cavalcante as its first General Manager for the U.S. market.
Joseph Cavalcante will serve as Vice President and General Manager for the U.S., leading the brand’s expansion efforts in the region. He will report to Lina Lopera, the current General Manager for TOUS in Mexico and Colombia.
With extensive experience in the luxury and jewelry industries, Joseph Cavalcante previously served as President of Temple St. Clair for five years. He also held leadership roles at Ippolita (Executive Director), St. John, and jewelry brand Gorjana.
Meanwhile, Lina Lopera will be promoted to TOUS’s Director of Americas Operations, reporting to the brand’s Global Sales Director, Giordano Reffatto.
Zanellato
Italian high-end leather accessories brand Zanellato has appointed Francesca D’Ecclesia as Global Sales Director, responsible for leading the brand’s global expansion strategy.
In her new role, Francesca D’Ecclesia will develop and implement strategies to enhance the brand’s global presence, with a particular focus on international sales and retail distribution. Currently, nearly 80% of Zanellato’s revenue comes from the domestic market.
Before joining Zanellato, Francesca D’Ecclesia was Global Sales Director at Trussardi. She has also worked in wholesale management roles at Calvin Klein, Moncler, and Alexander McQueen, contributing to their growth and international expansion.
Founded in 1999, Zanellato originated as a leather goods supplier. Since 1990, its parent company has collaborated with luxury brands such as Armani, Zegna, Prada, and Gucci, providing craftsmanship, materials, and other production support.
Wyse London
British womenswear brand Wyse London, known for its cashmere products, has appointed Kara Groves as Chief Executive Officer, replacing Suzy Slavid, who has stepped down.
As CEO, Kara Groves will directly oversee Wyse London’s DTC (direct-to-consumer) business in the UK while exploring expansion opportunities in the U.S. market.
Her most recent role was CEO of baby brand Bambino Mio. Prior to that, she was Commercial Director at Time Products UK, where she led the transformation of Sekonda and the revitalization of Accurist. She has also held leadership positions at various fashion and lifestyle brands, including serving as COO of Mint Velvet and CCO of Joules.
Founded in 2015 by Marielle Wyse, Wyse London started as a cashmere brand and has since expanded into a full-category womenswear brand. The brand operates two stores in London and sells through selected retail partners. Its knitwear is priced between £95–£275.
| Sources: Official press releases, Fashion Network
| Image Credit: Company websites, personal social media accounts
| Editor: LeZhi
