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Also in the fashion world, Michael Kors has confirmed its acquisition of the Italian fashion house Versace for $2.1 bn (£1.6bn).

Donatella Versace, the brand’s artistic director and sister of founder Gianni Versace, will continue to lead the creative side of the business. Versace boss Jonathan Akeroyd will also stay put with the rest of the brand’s senior management.

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