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As someone who has chronicled the beauty industry for over two decades, I’ve seen countless “revolutionary” gadgets end up in the graveyard of forgotten bathroom drawers. But the launch of the SWAN Beauty Mirror feels different. It isn’t just a mirror; it’s a high-tech ecosystem that effectively puts a celebrity glam squad and a dermatologist … Read more
As the world prepares for the transition into the Year of the Horse (and whispers of the Snake for those still lingering in early 2026), the luxury spirits sector has decided that a simple red box is no longer the price of admission. After two decades on this beat, the observer sees a clear shift: … Read more
Lucid, Nuro, and Uber Unveil Global Robotaxi at CES, Announce Autonomous On-Road Testing CES 2026 has officially given us the answer to a question we didn’t know we had: Can a taxi be more luxurious than my own living room? The answer is a resounding yes. Lucid, Nuro, and Uber stole the show at CES … Read more
In a world where technology usually looks like cold glass and plastic, Samuelson Furniture has pulled off a disappearing act. Their “Sound by Samuelson” line is a masterclass in stealth engineering, transforming what looks like a classic, high-end armchair into an immersive, private audio cocoon. Unlike standard gaming chairs that rely on visible, directional speakers, … Read more
In a move that redefines the term “solid choice,” Volcan de mi Tierra has officially traded glass for geology. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Hacienda La Gavilana, the Maison has unveiled Colección I: a limited release of 1,774 hand-carved bottles made entirely from Bianco Carrara marble. This isn’t just a bottle; it’s a … Read more
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