Louis Vuitton is no stranger to audacious moves in the world of haute horlogerie, but its latest collaboration with Finnish master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen signals something even more profound: a strategic embrace of independent watchmaking savoir-faire. The LVKV-02 GMR 6 is not just another timepiece; it’s a declaration of intent, a calculated foray into an … Read more
It’s official: fungi is having its fashion moment. And no, we’re not talking about the kind you find on forgotten sourdough starters or foraged into $38 risottos. We’re talking luxury-grade, planet-saving, high-performance fungi—rebranded, refashioned, and reimagined into sleek, sculpted silhouettes that have made their way from the forest floor to the front row. Enter Hydefy, … Read more
Just when we thought the luxury-meets-lifestyle trend had reached its peak—where handbags sat next to handmade pasta and labels moonlighted as hotel curators—Prada quietly steps in with its first independent dining concept in Asia, Mi Shang, and reminds us that in the world of couture, the appetite for reinvention is never satisfied. Opened on March … Read more
The UK’s luxury real estate and hospitality market is about to get a serious shake-up—Nobu Hospitality has officially announced its expansion into Manchester with a showstopping £360 million project. Partnering with Salboy, the award-winning property developer, Nobu’s ambitious Viadux 2 development will house a hotel, a world-class restaurant, and, for the first time in the … Read more
When SKIMS launched in 2019, it promised to redefine shapewear and inclusivity. Now, with the acquisition of SKKN by Kim from both Kim Kardashian and Coty, the billion-dollar brand is expanding beyond apparel and into the ever-competitive world of beauty and fragrance. But is this an inspired evolution or a calculated consolidation of the Kardashian … Read more
Tariffs have long been a tool of economic policy, used to regulate trade, protect domestic industries, and at times, retaliate in geopolitical disputes. However, their impact on the luxury industry—a sector that thrives on cross-border commerce, global brand prestige, and exclusivity—can be particularly pronounced. From high fashion to luxury automobiles, fine wines to five-star hospitality, … Read more