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Mauro Grifoni Eyes International Push
MILAN
Mauro Grifoni is looking to follow the opening of its latest boutique here with continued expansion of its retail network in Europe and a push in the American market.
The Caldogno, Italy-based brand's first boutique here is located in a 19th-century four-story palazzo in the city's coveted Via Santo Spirito shopping area. The store opened at the end of February during Milan Fashion Week.
Mauro Grifoni, owned by the namesake designer and his partners, Ilaria Sesso and Andrea Breda, comprises women's and men's collections, women's eveningwear, children's wear and a denim and sportswear division that accounts for 40 percent of sales. In 2008, the company registered sales of 47 million euros, or $69 million at average exchange rates, up...