LVMH stake in Hermes to be examined by French watchdog AMF in early 2013 LVMH luxury conglomerate‘s stake-building in rival Hermes will be examined in early 2013, according to French markets watchdog AMF’s sanctions committee. The luxury scarves war dates from October 2010 when LVMH revealed that it build a stake of 14 percent … Read more
The new B&O Play A9 premium wireless speaker Bang & Olufsen created a complete sound solution that is as easy to listen to as it is to decorate with. BeoPlay A9, Bang & Olufsen’s latest active speaker system, integrates a line-up of dedicated components with provocative design. BeoPlay A9 features a 2.1 bass reflex loudspeaker … Read more
Burberry’s iconic trench coats is the major source of inspiration for “The Britain”, the first automatic timepiece launched by the Bristish luxury house and the company’s first venture into the luxury watch market. The Britain collection of square cased watches embodies the brand’s rich British heritage, featuring timepieces in the range varying across 43mm and 47mm … Read more
Christie’s auctions 76.02 carat Archduke Joseph diamond Archduke Joseph gem to fetch at least $15m at Christie’s auction Archduke Joseph, undoubtedly one of the rarest and most famous diamonds in the world, will be offered at a Christie’s auction in Geneva on 13 November 2012, with an expected price of more than $15 million/ 11.6 … Read more
Alice Fisher meets Kim Jones, the brilliant, bashful and very street-savvy designer who reinvented Louis Vuitton menswear
Interbrand Releases 13th Annual Best Global Brands Report Despite the current economic landscape, all of the luxury brands in the 13th annual Best Global Brands report released by Interbrand increased their brand value. As the meaning of luxury shifts, this year’s top luxury brands reflect a changing global consciousness – with success dependent not … Read more