Traveling to the heart of Fondation Louis Vuitton’s “magnificent vessel”

After François Hollande and Bernard Arnault unveiled the inauguration plaque of The Fondation Louis Vuitton, the latest Parisian hi-tech masterpiece announced the inaugural agenda designed by Suzanne Pagé, Artistic Director, and revealed the first artworks pictures. The Foundation is located in a building commissioned by Bernard Arnault, and designed by the American architect Frank Gehry. Resembling … Read more

Christofle’s sterling silver flatware responded to the decreased pricing of raw silver

Renowned French luxury lifestyle brand announces pricing adjustment. Recognizing the reduced cost of sterling raw materials, Christofle, a brand long known as a symbol of luxury and refinement, announces revised pricing for its celebrated sterling silver flatware. Recognizing the reduced cost of sterling raw materials, the high-end brand continues its mandate to provide iconic silver … Read more

British Fashion Council awards 2014: the nominations

A pair of nominations for JW Anderson, plus recognition for Saint Laurent’s Hedi Slimane, Louis Vuitton’s Nicolas Ghesquière, Victoria Beckham and Stella McCartney in fashion’s most prestigious awards

A new fragrance haven opened for perfume fans. An immersive fragrance experience without parallel

The Salon de Parfums at Harrods – myriad sensational scents that will take you seamlessly into party season. The London luxury department store Harrods has opened a new fragrance haven for fine and niche fragrances featuring some bespoke offering for perfume aficionados. “A growing appreciation for fine fragrance and a greater interest in individuality inspired … Read more

Are Hermès Birkin handbags putting the ‘stink’ in stinking rich?

In spite of their hefty price tag, some Birkin bags are reportedly being returned to the luxury brand – for smelling of cannabis

High-end fragrance and sensory lifestyle brand Le Labo acquired by Estée Lauder

Le Labo (“The Lab”), the high-end fragrance and sensory lifestyle brand with a distinct French heritage, was acquired by The Estée Lauder Companies. The acquisition is expected to close in November 2014. Founded in 2006 by fragrance industry veterans Fabrice Penot and Eddie Roschi, Le Labo provides a highly selective assortment of exceptional fragrance and … Read more