The rising trend of investing in luxury goods

As the world begins to drag itself out of the global economic crisis, investors are looking for opportunities to achieve a better return than they can expect from the banks or established mainstream stocks and bond markets. It seems likely base interest rates are going to remain low, at least over the medium term, and … Read more

The Biennale des Antiquaires at Harrods

The splendour of the fine jewellery and art fair, Biennale des Antiquaires, comes to Harrods in an exclusive recreation of the legendary annual exhibition at the Grand Palais in Paris. Bringing together nine of the official Biennale brands within the Fine Jewellery department – Dior, Bulgari, Boucheron, Chaumet, Piaget, Graff, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and … Read more

Top 10 luxury brands make exclusivity a priority over ubiquity in 2014.

Consumers felt entitled to buy luxury again. Top 10 luxury brands The value of top 10 luxury-goods brands surged 16 percent to $111 billion, according to the 2014 BrandZ study published by research company Millward Brown. The luxury category brand value rose 16 percent, following a 6 percent rise a year ago.The strong performance illustrates both … Read more

Michael Kors and the £300 It bag

The luxury market has pushed prices ever higher – but few women can afford £1,000 handbags. How did one designer bring things back within reach?

• Gallery of 15 statement handbags for under £150

The average spending of China’s high net worth individuals decreased by 15%

  Hurun Report releases Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014 and Hurun Best of the Best Awards 2014. According to Hurun Report Chinese Luxury Consumer Survey 2014, the average spending of China’s high net worth individuals has decreased by 15%, with spending on gift giving down by a dramatic 25%. HNWIs are busier than ever. They … Read more

Formal Luxury Jewelry Trends for 2014

Jewelry has been the ultimate source of luxury for both men and women since the beginning of time. Jewelry pieces last forever and are often passed on to generations as heirloom pieces. This is why it is recommended to opt for timeless and classic styles of formal jewelry that will never go out of fashion. … Read more