Category: Fashion
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Luxury Adrift. Hardly. Why the Star Princess is the Most Fashionable Zip Code on the Ocean
The evolution of “travel retail” has reached a new high-water mark as Starboard Group, the LVMH-owned retail curator, launches a suite of high-concept boutiques aboard the Star Princess. Spanning nearly 5,000 square feet across two decks, this environment represents a shift away from traditional duty-free shops toward a “floating flagship” model. By integrating heritage houses…
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Why the Chanel-Blazy-Rocky Alliance is Fashion’s New Manifesto
In a move that signals a bold new era for the Rue Cambon, Chanel has officially appointed A$AP Rocky as its newest House Ambassador. Announced as we move into 2026, this partnership is not merely another celebrity endorsement; it is the first major cultural stake claimed by the Maison’s new Artistic Director, Matthieu Blazy. By…
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Retail’s New Axis: Volatility and the Rise of the Second Tier
While London’s New Bond Street, Milan’s Via Montenapoleone, and New York’s Upper Fifth Avenue command the world’s highest rents, achieving the status of permanent trophy assets, their stability masks an intense dynamism in the next tier of global destinations. The real estate strategy of the world’s most powerful luxury houses is no longer just about…
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Belgian Retail Shock: The +5% Surge in Bruges & Hasselt
The latest Cushman & Wakefield 2025 report on Belgian retail reads less like a and more like a cycling race where the favorites are suddenly looking over their shoulders. While the major metropolitan hubs—our “Big Four” of Antwerp, Brussels, and Ghent—are cruising at their established high speeds, two regional contenders have mounted a thrilling breakaway,…
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Beyond Chocolate: A Peek Inside the World’s Most Luxurious Advent Calendars
Forget the tiny squares of milk chocolate. For the ultra-wealthy, counting down to Christmas isn’t about a sugar rush—it’s about unboxing diamonds, porcelain, and high-end couture. As showcased in this look at the world’s most expensive calendars, the holiday season has never looked quite so opulent. Here are six Advent calendars that redefine the art…
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How Zegna’s New Structure will Weaponize Thom Browne and TOM FORD FASHION
The Zegna Group’s strategic restructuring, specifically the appointment of Gianluca Tagliabue as Group CEO—the non-family operational professional—is fundamentally designed to accelerate the growth of the Group’s two distinct, yet complementary, luxury brands: Thom Browne and TOM FORD FASHION. The key critical point is that these two acquired brands are at different stages of their growth…