Every decade, luxury declares itself “at a turning point,” pours another magnum of optimism, and quietly raises prices. But this time, something genuinely structural is happening. From creative-director musical chairs to bankrupt department stores and gold‑priced gold, the industry is being forced to answer a very awkward question: what exactly are we selling for all … Read more
The unanimous inscription of “Italian cooking, between sustainability and biocultural diversity” onto UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list is more than a diplomatic triumph; it is a seismic cultural and economic event. For the premium and luxury industry, this recognition is the conferral of a Golden Halo, transforming an already formidable culinary powerhouse into … Read more
The latest Bain & Altagamma Luxury Goods Worldwide Market Study offers a narrative far more nuanced than simple resilience. It describes a luxury ecosystem undergoing a profound, almost “tectonic shift,” where the very definition of status is changing. After a post-pandemic shopping spree fuelled by saved capital, consumers are now pivoting from conspicuous consumption—the acquisition … Read more
The world’s most forward-thinking luxury packaging event is back — and this year, it’s more ambitious than ever. The 2025 edition of EDITION SPECIALE by LUXE PACK is set to take place on July 1–2, 2025, in a new, iconic location: the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris. Swapping the Carreau du Temple for the majestic … Read more
Once relegated to dusty corners of “mocktail” menus and whispered health retreats, non-alcoholic wine is no longer the sobering alternative—it’s the celebration itself. And Prima Pavé, the world’s most awarded non-alcoholic wine, just proved it again by sauntering into the San Francisco International Wine Competition and leaving with two glittering gold medals in hand. No … Read more
Move over, landlubbers—luxury cruising just got a Michelin-star-level makeover. For the first time in its 67-year history, Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) has set its sights on cruise ship dining, unveiling a groundbreaking new category in its prestigious Star Awards. With cruise lines investing heavily in gourmet experiences, FTG is officially recognizing the crème de la … Read more