Fabulously British: Crowns auction

The Harrods: Crowns Auction. 23rd July – 5th August 2012   Harrods is auctioning four one-of-a-kind designer crowns created by Valentino, Roberto Cavalli, Paul Smith and Lanvin and featured in our spectacular Diamond Jubilee window displays. Each of these crowns is a priceless collector’s item with each brand’s signature style reflected in the design. The … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Elvis Pompilio – hat designer

“You can leave your hat on” only if you are wearing  one of Elvis Pompilio’s creation! Elvis Pompilio  studied fashion design in Brussels, and and designed his first hat creations in 1987. In the same time opened his first milliner workshop in Brussels. After Brussels ,Antwerp comes on stage. The success of the youg designer … Read more

Turbulences: the new Louis Vuitton Exhibition

Depicting turbulence. Vortex, flow, acceleration, effervescence. Art in Motion. Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton Paris invites visitors on a journey to the heart of the maelstrom. The 19th exhibit of the Espace Culturel Louis Vuitton Paris, entitled ‘Turbulences’, brings together 11 artists, exploring the art of playing with order and disorder, and ways of depicting turbulence. From … Read more

Real women and men in Lanvin Fall 2012 Campaign

Lanvin Fall 2012 Campaign Features “Real People”     After presenting the exclusive “HAPPY” anniversary capsule collection  featuring 10 key themes, Lanvin unveiled an unusual ad campaign, that instantly captured the public attention. Lanvin’s “Real People” Fall 2012 Campaign was classified by the label’s creative director Alber Elbaz as a “very democratic” project. “Real People” includes … Read more

Picnic à deux: Moynat Malle Bicyclette

  Go ride the Moynat bicycle   Time to escape, to ride the Moynat bicycle and find the right spot for an elegant picnic. Producing one can take up to 12 months. Moynat Malletier, the Parisian luxury trunk maker acquired last year by LVMH luxury group, launched Moynat Malle Bicyclette, a unique bicycle with custom-made … Read more

Top market-defining factors for luxury in the next three to five years

Factors to watch in the mix of consumers and luxury products   Bain & Company, one of the leading advisor to the global luxury goods industry expects an average of seven to nine percent annual increases in global sales to fuel luxury brands’ growth aspirations until the middle of the decade. “Brands must develop strategies … Read more