IIn the first half of fiscal 2008, retail brand Hugo Boss showed a positive trend and operating income, the fashion group’s sales went up by 5% to EUR 831 million. In Europe, sales adjusted for currency effects increased by 4% in the first six months of 2008, with Germany showing a decline in sales of EUR 174 to EUR 177 million last year. By contrast, sales in the rest of Europe rose by 4% to EUR 299 million. In particular Hugo Boss’ own retail stores continued to be the driving force for the sales development in the first half of 2008. (more…)

This summer will see the launch of Hugo Boss’ new store in New York’s Meatpacking District. In cooperation with Italian architect Matteo Thun, a design has been created for the 3,750 square-foot premises. The interior has a diamond-shaped structure in bleached oak and features shelves and hanging racks enhancing this structure. Custom-made elements in bronzed metal, leather and velvet are used to create the company’s atmosphere. (more…)