Hennessy launches X.O-Inspired Travel Piece and Very Special Collector’s Edition

  Hennessy launches X.O-Inspired Travel Piece that perfectly holds the iconic shape of the X.O bottle Hennessy, the world’s best-selling Cognac, announced a first-ever collaboration with fashion house Opening Ceremony. The Hennessy X.O “East Meets West” Travel Bag by Opening Ceremony is inspired by co-founders’ Carol Lim and Humberto Leon’s heritage and world travels. The … Read more

What to buy the super-rich this Christmas? A luxury experience, of course

Retailers’ bids to woo wealthy include private dinner inside Jimmy Choo’s or Antarctica trip

Wise wine tips for Christmas, plus last-minute boozy gifts

What temperature should wines be served at? When should you decant? Useful drinks tips, plus four last-minute buys for gifts

Recent launches: The greatest top-end champagnes of the year

  Of the many fine options available to the true Champagne connoisseur, these are the Maisons that consistently delivers greatness and a collection of happy moments. These champagnes are limited bottlings with extraordinary depth and complexity created for all of us to not lose the power of celebration. These truly special wines are delicious with … Read more

LVMH’s media arm launches its art publishing house

  In Fine Éditions d’Art: Groupe Les Echos-Le Parisien launches new  Groupe Les Echos-Le Parisien, the media arm of LVMH, announced the launch of its art publishing house in late November, In Fine Éditions d’Art, along with the publication of its first two books, Emmanuel Régent. Les Zones de l’Oubli and Légendes Urbaines. In Fine … Read more

The cult of ‘smellness’: what’s behind the extraordinary rise in sales of scented candles?

One website has seen a 180% spike in sales – and it’s not just the luxury end of the market that is booming