Chanel Says It's Outrunning the Luxury Slump as Goldman Blames the Industry's Own Price Hikes
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 · 9 min
Chanel's fashion president says the house is significantly outperforming the market a year into Matthieu Blazy, while Goldman Sachs argues luxury's slowdown came from 60% price increases and slow innovation. Plus Marc Jacobs' new owners lay out a diffusion plan, and Donatella Versace launches a venture with Revolve.
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Chanel's fashion president says the house is significantly outperforming the market a year into Matthieu Blazy, while Goldman Sachs argues luxury's slowdown came from 60% price increases and slow innovation. Plus Marc Jacobs' new owners lay out a diffusion plan, and Donatella Versace launches a venture with Revolve.
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