Change of pace for Valentino: the distribution and production of the eyewear sector of the Garavani brand – until now in the hands of Akn Group – from now on they will be entrusted to Kering EyewearThe French group and Valentino have signed a pact for the development , distribution di glasses which will start on 1º January 2026The news comes a few days after the announcement of the one-year postponement of thepurchase option di Kering on the share of Mayhoola, the Qatari fund of the house Valentino. Initially planned for 2028, it will instead take place in 2029.
Currently, Kering holds a share of 30% on Mayhoola, acquired in 2023. Also today is the debut day for Luca de Meo including CEO of the luxury giant, with the title and runs on the Paris Stock Exchange. The new eyewear collection Next will be presented 5 October during Paris Fashion Week.
Kering entrusts Valentino eyewear production to the French group
A Paris will be presented eyeglass collection for the season Spring / Summer 2026 di Valentino in partnership with Kering. Roberto Vedovotto, chairman and founder of Kering Eyewear, said in a statement: “We will develop the sunglasses and eyeglasses collections combining Kering's experience Eyewear in luxury eyewear with the timeless codes, heritage and unique savoir-faire of the Maison Valentino”. The collection will be available in all boutiques of the brand, and also online, as well as in the various department store around the world.
