Discretionary spending continued to drive growth across fashion-forward sectors. Report

Mastercard SpendingPulse: U.S. Retail Sales in June Reflect Rising Prices for Essentials, Continued Leisure Spending. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment, U.S. consumer retail spending excluding automotive increased +9.5% year-over-year (YOY) in June, while retail sales excluding auto and gas rose +6.1% YOY. Rising prices—particularly … Read more

Fleur du Désert, the newest oud fragrance by Louis Vuitton’s Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud

Following Ombre Nomade, Les Sables Roses and Nuit de Feu, Louis Vuitton introduces Fleur du Désert, the newest oud fragrance by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. “Jasmine, orange blossom, and rose were brought to Europe by caravan from different regions in the Orient. My idea was simply to state these natural wonders in their original setting.” – … Read more

65% of Luxury Consumers Take Into Account High-End Brands’ Sustainable Commitments When Deciding on Purchases

Luxury companies are uniquely positioned to help create a better world, say Comité Colbert x BCG. To understand what lies ahead for the luxury industry, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) partnered with Comité Colbert, the France’s luxury authority, to survey luxury sector consumers and interview numerous experts and leaders across the space. The companies identified five … Read more

Saks Fifth Avenue is bringing top-tier luxury fashion and lifestyle experiences to luxury residences

Saks Fifth Avenue announces special in-residence offerings, VIP services and curated lifestyle programming. Residents of Mandarin Oriental Residences, Fifth Avenue and Beverly Hills to Receive Unprecedented Benefits. Luxury development and investment firm SHVO announced an exclusive partnership between two of its residential developments, Mandarin Oriental Residences, Fifth Avenue, and Mandarin Oriental Residences, Beverly Hills, and … Read more

Top Dermal Filler Trends according to experts

Perhaps the most surprising, yet universally most relatable filler trend is the desire to wear less makeup, especially during the hot, humid summer months. Take a look at The Skin Center’s Top 5 Dermal Filler Trends Recognized as a Top 10 Provider of Juvéderm filler in the U.S., The Skin Center reveals its most in-demand … Read more

Men’s wardrobe at Fashion Weeks: Fendi, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Loewe’s visions

From Milan to Paris, LVMH Maisons reinvent the men’s wardrobe for Fashion Week. LVMH Fashion & Leather Goods Houses – Fendi, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Loewe, Kenzo and Céline – present their vision of men’s fashion during Spring/Summer 2023 Fashion Week shows in Milan and Paris. Fendi Men Spring/Summer 2023 For the new collection, Silvia … Read more