CFDA and Ralph Lauren Commit to Domestic Innovation and Workforce Training with Landmark Manufacturing Funds

When the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and Ralph Lauren team up, it’s rarely just about the clothes. In 2026, the real luxury is resilience. In a move to shield the “Made in USA” label from global supply chain volatility and rising tariffs, the duo has launched a dual-grant initiative to modernize the … Read more

Why the world’s most powerful luxury group just bought a business weekly and two science journals

On December 30, 2025, LVMH solidified its grip on the French media landscape by acquiring 100% of Les Éditions Croque Futur. This strategic move folds three heavyweights—the business weekly Challenges and the scientific journals Sciences & Avenir and La Recherche—into LVMH’s investment arm, UFIPAR. While the group frames this as a mission to “secure the … Read more

How Guerlain is Turning the Art of Rewilding into the Future of High Perfumery

For most, the name Guerlain evokes images of gold-trimmed perfume bottles and the bustling luxury of the Champs-Élysées. However, just 30 minutes outside of Paris, the Maison is cultivating a very different kind of luxury. Located in Les Mesnuls, near the historic Rambouillet Forest, lies the Vallée de la Millière—a 28-hectare biodiversity reserve that feels … Read more

Celine Reclaims the Golden Quadrilateral

In the world of high fashion, a store opening is rarely just about square footage. But when Celine secures the most coveted corner in Milan—the intersection of Via Montenapoleone and Via Sant’Andrea—it’s a signal that the brand isn’t just participating in the luxury market; it’s aiming to lead it. Spanning 600 square meters over two … Read more

Why Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Bentley are betting on Gakpo, Edebiri and A$AP Rocky

In the high-stakes theater of global luxury, the final months of 2025 have witnessed a masterclass in strategic casting. Major houses are moving beyond mere “celebrity” to find partners whose personal narratives—be it in sport, cinema, or music—perfectly mirror the brand’s own evolving heritage. Here is an analysis of the year’s most significant appointments and … Read more

The Pharrell Factor: Why the LVMH Inclusion Awards 2025 Signaled a Global Luxury Pivot

In the world of high luxury, the word “exclusive” has long been synonymous with the height of one’s walls. But as we move through 2026, a profound transformation is underway. The “gold standard” of a brand is no longer measured solely by the rarity of its leather or the precision of its movements, but by … Read more