Kering is investing in Tomas Maier, the signature brand of Bottega Veneta's creative director, WWD reported.
Kering has formed a joint venture with Maier to help develop his brand and expand it. Maier was founded in 1997 and mainly known for swimwear, knitwear and jersey. With the help of Kering, they hope create a complete lifestyle brand.Currently, Tomas Maier operates two freestanding stores, one in Palm Beach, FL, and another in East Hampton, NY, as well as wholesales the collection to speciality retailers and department stores.Videos