Grupo Éxito launches independent Arkitect brand and plans US expansion

Colombian retail conglomerate Grupo Éxito announced at Colombiamoda 2026 that its fashion labels Arkitect and Bronzini will be spun off into independent units. The brands will receive their own identity, new physical stores, a dedicated e‑commerce platform (arkitect.com) and an omnichannel strategy, while still remaining available in Éxito stores.

The move follows a 2025 textile‑business revenue of 1.6 trillion Colombian pesos and aims to strengthen the company's presence in Colombia and Latin America before expanding internationally. Grupo Éxito cited interest in markets such as Miami, where the company has received invitations to trade fairs, and plans to open additional stores in the second half of 2026 and present a detailed business plan in the coming weeks.