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Manolo Blahnik appoints Kimberly Mimnaugh Americas MD

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Sentiment
10
Attention
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Articles
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The appointment signals Manolo Blahnik's focus on revitalizing its Americas business amid declining sales. Mimnaugh's experience in direct-to-consumer growth and wholesale balance may help stabilize the brand's performance in the region.

luxury goods retail
Event Summary

Manolo Blahnik has appointed Kimberly Mimnaugh as managing director of the Americas, effective July 27, 2026. Mimnaugh, formerly vice president of North America retail at Chloé, will oversee commercial strategy across retail, wholesale, and e-commerce for the brand's New York-based subsidiary, reporting to chief commercial officer Elodie Bougenault. She replaces Andrew Wright, who left in November 2025 to become CEO of Malone Souliers. The appointment comes as Manolo Blahnik reported a 19% decline in 2024 sales to €86.4 million and a 61% drop in EBITDA to €8.4 million. North America remains a key growth market with four stores, including recent openings in Miami and Costa Mesa.

Key Actions
80 Manolo Blahnik appointed Kimberly Mimnaugh
70 Manolo Blahnik reported
40 Andrew Wright left Manolo Blahnik
Entities Involved
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Manolo Blahnik
Appointed a new managing director for the Americas to drive growth and reverse recent sales declines.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Kimberly Mimnaugh
Joined Manolo Blahnik as managing director of the Americas, bringing luxury retail expertise from Chloé, Theory, and Brunello Cucinelli.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 20.0
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Kristina Blahnik
As CEO, announced the appointment and expressed confidence in Mimnaugh's ability to lead growth.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 5.0
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Elodie Bougenault
As chief commercial officer, will oversee Mimnaugh's work in the Americas.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Chloé
Mimnaugh's former employer; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Andrew Wright
Left Manolo Blahnik as president of the Americas in November 2025 to become CEO of Malone Souliers.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Hudson s Bay Company — Saks Fifth Avenue
Partnered with Manolo Blahnik for a special U.S. 250th birthday collection; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Neiman Marcus
Partnered with Manolo Blahnik for a special U.S. 250th birthday collection; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 15.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Theory (clothing retailer)
Mimnaugh's former employer; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Helmut Lang
Mimnaugh's former employer; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Brunello Cucinelli
Mimnaugh's former employer; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Jodi Kahn
As SVP at Saks/Neiman Marcus, commented on Manolo Blahnik's American connection; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Malone Souliers
Hired Andrew Wright as CEO; no direct impact from this event.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
Relationships
Hudson s Bay Company — Saks Fifth Avenue sister brand ↔ Neiman Marcus Saks Fifth Avenue operates as a sister brand to Neiman Marcus, both being owned by Exemplar Luxury Group (formerly Saks
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