Gold medalist Hannah Teter is new Shiseido U.S. spokesperson

For the first time in the brand’s 140-year history, Japan luxury beauty giant Shiseido has signed gold medalist and Winter X Games champion Hannah Teter as a spokesperson for their suncare, skincare and color lines in the U.S. “Hannah’s lifestyle and commitment to suncare protection will inspire athletes and women everywhere to take a more active … Read more

Sweet wines, high-end beers, digital drinks and unexpected flavors to shape the drinks business in 2013

2013 adult beverage trends   The sweet wine trend continues, with varietals including Moscato showing up in table wines and in pink sparklers on menus, according to the Top 10 Adult Beverage Trends for 2013 issued by Technomic, a premier resource for actionable adult beverage information. Red blends also proliferate, delivering a range of flavor … Read more

Luxury spending is increasingly becoming the domain of Generation Y

A large portion of affluent Generation Y attains their wealth from their parents—but they may not be on track for it in the future, according to Digitas‘ study “Affluence in America: The Next Generation.” Affluent and Aspiring Children spend between two and four times their own income, due to access to their parents’ wealth.Many of … Read more