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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Michelle Chapman

Coach parent Tapestry buying Capri, owner of Michael Kors and Versace, in $8.5 billion deal

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Tapestry, parent company of luxury handbag and accessories retailer Coach, is buying the owner of fashion brands including Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo, Capri Holdings. The approximately $8.5 billion deal puts Tapestry in a better position to take on its big European fashion rivals.

U.S. fashion houses have been attempting to take on powerhouses in Europe like LVMH and Kering.

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