Marquee Brands has secured a majority interest in Roberto Cavalli through a strategic partnership with Dubai -based DAMAC Group , positioning the iconic Italian luxury house for a bold new chapter of global growth.
Founded in Florence in 1970 , Roberto Cavalli has long been synonymous with glamorous, avant-garde fashion and distinct Italian craftsmanship. The brand joins Marquee Brands ' portfolio of heritage names, which includes Martha Stewart , Laura Ashley , Sur La Table , BCBGMAXAZRIA ,
and Stance , among others. With this addition, Marquee Brands brings its total portfolio-wide retail sales to approximately $5 billion , cementing its standing as a powerhouse in the luxury and lifestyle sectors.
The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026 , after which DAMAC Group will remain a significant shareholder. What Each Partner Brings Marquee Brands , owned by funds managed by Neuberger , a global investment management firm, is no stranger to reviving heritage brands.
Roberto Cavalli marks the twenty-second brand in its growing global portfolio. For its part, DAMAC Group is a global conglomerate founded by Hussain Sajwani in 1982 that has expanded from catering and logistics into luxury real estate, hospitality, data centers, and fashion.
DAMAC Properties is the largest private real estate developer in the UAE and the Middle East , having delivered more than 50,000 homes with over 55,000 more in development…
