Through the Looking Glass: SWAN Beauty and the Rise of the “Living” Vanity

As someone who has chronicled the beauty industry for over two decades, I’ve seen countless “revolutionary” gadgets end up in the graveyard of forgotten bathroom drawers. But the launch of the SWAN Beauty Mirror feels different. It isn’t just a mirror; it’s a high-tech ecosystem that effectively puts a celebrity glam squad and a dermatologist … Read more

Red Checks and Weatherproof Knights Define Burberry’s Most Auspicious Gabardine Anniversary Collection Yet

In 2026, Burberry isn’t just selling clothes; it’s selling a “return to sanity.” After a few years of trying to convince the world that it was a high-concept Italian leather goods brand, the British giant has remembered its true superpower: making people look chic while they’re being rained on. Under the “Burberry Forward” strategy led … Read more

Luxury in Motion: Mapping the Summer 2025 Market Shifts

The Shifting Constellations: A Summer 2025 Overview of Global Luxury Markets The summer months of June, July, and early August 2025 saw the global luxury market navigate a nuanced landscape, moving away from the exuberant post-pandemic surge towards a more discerning, resilient, and ethically conscious era. While growth has moderated in some traditional strongholds, other … Read more

Rocks, Reuse & Radical Rethinks: What the Kering Generation Award Finalists Signal About the Future of Jewelry

In a sector where sparkle has long overshadowed sustainability, Kering’s Generation Award x Jewelry is doing something audacious: it’s asking us to fall in love with imperfection, reclamation, and resonance. Think less flawless diamonds, more satellite scraps, fractured opals, and musical leather — each telling a story not just of beauty, but of meaning. The … Read more

Estée Lauder Wants You to Sleep Your Way to Better Skin—With a Little Help

The world of beauty has a new bedfellow—and he’s not here to talk about lipsticks or serums. Esteé Lauder, the luxury skincare giant, has just announced a high-profile collaboration with none other than Dr. Matthew Walker, the sleep scientist who has spent years unraveling the mysteries of our nocturnal habits. In his new role as … Read more

Kiehl’s x The White Lotus: A Skincare Collab Worth Checking Into

Luxury skincare meets luxury drama—Kiehl’s Since 1851 is rolling out the red carpet for an exclusive collab with HBO’s The White Lotus, just in time for the show’s third season. The Resort ReSet Collection is the ultimate indulgence for anyone dreaming of an opulent tropical escape, minus the unexpected (and often deadly) drama of the … Read more