Italy remains the world leader in yacht building

Large Yacht Orders Highlight 2013 Global Order Book from Boat International Media Statistics show a 44% increase in orders for the largest superyachts A total of 692 private yachts of 80 feet or more are under construction worldwide, and while that total shows an overall 5.2% decline from last year, statistics show  a return to the business … Read more

Pizza ecstasy with Kobe Beef Steak pizza

For those seeking an interesting dining experience and taste bud titillation, Domino’s Pizza, the world’s largest pizza delivery service, launched in Japan a “luxury” pizza topped with Kobe beef for the price of about $66. The Kobe Beef Steak Pizza is topped with potato, onion, steak sauce and the star ingredient — Kobe beef, known … Read more

Fashion consumption and industry developments in China: survey

Most attractive brands, fashion consumption and design adoption in 20 Cities in China: Trends Media Group China’s largest fashion and lifestyle publisher Trends Media Group has released its new reports on fashion consumption and industry developments based on an annual survey in 20 Chinese cities. The survey unveils the top 10 most attractive brands and … Read more

19 new luxury retailers welcomed on Madison Avenue

Madison Avenue Welcomes Nineteen New Retailers in Second Half of 2012 Madison Avenue, the North America’s premier luxury district, is featuring some of the most sought-after real estate in the world. The Madison Avenue Business Improvement District (BID) released its Second Half report for new store openings, announcing 19 new retailers. “Madison Avenue hosts the largest … Read more

Food waste consciousness, “mini-meals” and veganism top list of 2013 consumer health trends

The growth of food waste consciousness, mini-meals, gluten-free products and mainstream veganism top the health trends expected to make headlines in 2013, according to a second annual forecast by a leading national research group studying health-related attitudes and behavior in America. The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research entity based in Santa Ana, … Read more

India’s first taste of Roberto Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli opens flagship and Caffè in India   Roberto Cavalli, one of Italy’s best-loved designers, has launched first boutique and Caffè in India with plans to open a second store in Mumbai in mid-2013. The 180 square meter (1,937 square feet) store, India’s first taste of Roberto Cavalli, is housed in Indian capital New … Read more