Michael Kors is now Capri Holdings
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Michael Kors is just the latest company to announce its intention to change its name, following a precedent set by a number of the country’s most famous brands. Most frequently, a name change reflects a shift in strategy.
Michael Kors said it will change its name to Capri Holdings, inspired by an “iconic, glamorous and luxury destination” island.
The move comes as the company announced plans to buy the Gianni Versace fashion house for $2.1 billion.
The new name reflects the company’s efforts to move further into luxury and away from the more affordable handbags for which it has long been known.
The company, which will keep the Michael Kors brand, made its first step in this direction when it bought shoe brand Jimmy Choo for $1.2 billion last year. But the Versace deal provides it with a launching pad to a more exclusive European luxury market.
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Q.Why did Michael Kors change its name to Capri Holdings?
Why did Michael Kors change its name to Capri Holdings?
The company changed its name to Capri Holdings, inspired by an "iconic, glamorous and luxury destination" island. This move reflects a shift in strategy to position the company more firmly within the luxury market.
Q.What is the new company's strategy following the name change?
What is the new company's strategy following the name change?
Capri Holdings aims to move further into luxury, distancing itself from the more affordable handbags Michael Kors was known for. The acquisition of Versace is a key part of this strategy for entering the European luxury market.
Q.Which other luxury brands has Capri Holdings acquired?
Which other luxury brands has Capri Holdings acquired?
Before the acquisition of Gianni Versace for $2.1 billion, the company had already bought the shoe brand Jimmy Choo. That purchase, valued at $1.2 billion, happened last year.
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