New luxury founder condemns Bangladesh factory practices & calls for change in the fashion industry

As the death toll resulting from yesterday’s collapse of a clothing factory in Bangladesh approaches 250, and at least 1000 people receive treatment in area hospitals, New Luxury founder Creezy Courtoy has repeated her calls for the fashion industry to take a hard look at its ethical positions. “The fashion industry’s manufacturing practices are one … Read more

Christie’s travelling to Moscow

Christie’s chose Moscow for a preview of the artworks to be auctioned worldwide this year For the first time ever, Christie’s, the world’s leading art business, and its international real estate division will showcase art and luxury real estate offerings at one of Moscow’s most high profile annual cultural events, the Spring Exhibition on April … Read more

Burberry makes first appearance at Baselworld 2013

Last fall, London-based Burberry announced first venture into the luxury watch market with The Britain, a watch collection inspired by Burberry’s trench celebrating 158 years of the luxury brand. The next move announced by the British fashion house is the first participation at Baselworld 2013, the world’s biggest watch and jewellery fair (25th April to … Read more

AutoChina Shanghai 2013: Rolls-Royce Ghost Alpine Trial Centenary

AutoChina Shanghai 2013 played host to the world debut of Rolls-Royce’s latest Bespoke Collection from the world’s pinnacle super-luxury marque. The Alpine Trial Centenary Collection celebrates an extraordinary moment in Rolls-Royce and automotive history. A century ago this June, four Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts embarked on the Austrian Alpine Trials, the most arduous test of automotive … Read more

Esxence 2013: interview with Nikolas Gleber, Essence of new Gentlemen by Friendly Fur

Nikolas Gleber-Friendly Fur: “The “New luxury” is living true values, being yourself” At this year’s Esxence Milano, 2LUXURY2 had the pleasure to meet Nikolas Gleber – creator of Friendly Fur, conceptionist at ENGEE, an innovative,  creative artist, and a true passionate about perfumes, and luxury objects of green glamour. His work is devoted to eco-responsibility, luxury … Read more

Top Marques Monaco 2013 – the supercars that caught our attention

Some of our highlights at Top Marques Monaco 2013.   Imagine taking a Supercar round a closed circuit in Monaco. It was possible in Monaco. The French Riviera hosts these days the year’s glitziest car show – Top Marques Monaco 2013 (18th – 21st of April). The event showcases a wide range of famous luxury cars to … Read more