Overseas shoppers: who spends what in the UK

Simplification of visitor paperwork could boost UK revenues generated by Chinese shoppers by an estimated £1.2bn – but who spends the most?

The Jeweller of Light opens first store in Canada

  De Beers, The Jeweller of Light, announced the opening of its first store in Canada, in the city of Vancouver. The 1636 square foot De Beers store is located on Alberni Street – the premier shopping location for luxury brands in the city. The store features De Beers’ unique store design concept of glass … Read more

2013 Christmas Book to make even the wildest dreams come true

A Selection of Fantasy Gifts and Experiences, Including a Limited-Edition Aston Martin, Indian Larry’s “Wild Child” Motorcycle, and a Forevermark Diamond Experience.   Bespoke Global Falconry Companion, $150,000. The arrival of the Neiman Marcus’ Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. The 87th edition of the … Read more

Fancy flying: Bespoke Global Falconry Companion

The title of Master Falconer requires a special companion. The birds are ready, and your gauntlet is in place. Time to hunt! You consider yourself lucky to take part in an ancient sport once reserved for nobles of Medieval Europe, the Middle East, and the Mongolian Empire. A prime local has been found, and you … Read more

David Beckham – the new Steve McQueen for Belstaff

Belstaff House New Bond Street opening event was used by the global luxury lifestyle brand to announce the football and fashion star, David Beckham as the new face of the British house. A motorbike parade down London’s home of luxury retail offered a show for luxury British retailer who wants to reinvent itself as an English iconic … Read more