Why fashion loves to revive heritage brands

The trademarks for Poiret fashion house are up for auction this month, which suggests the heritage brand might see a revival. From Carven to Schiaparelli, Lauren Cochrane reports on why labels love to relaunch

Burberry and Mulberry face branding challenges in luxury market

As the global luxury goods market experiences a slowdown, two iconic British fashion brands are coping with the pinch in different ways

Romeo Beckham stars in Burberry’s festive campaign

Harper Beckham might be the toast of the fashion front row, but her elder brother, 12-year-old Romeo, looks set to take his place on fashion’s world stage with his new role in Burberry’s festive campaign

New York, Paris … Dubai. Why the desert mall is the height of couture

It attracts 80 million shoppers spending £3bn a year – but it’s never been seen as cool. Until last week, when Vogue went to the Gulf …

Sports luxe: does it work for older women?

From couture trainers to posh jogging bottoms, luxe sportswear – or so-called ‘athleisure’ – has been one of the biggest high-street and catwalk trends of recent seasons. But is there anything in it for older women?

What does a £495 pair of socks feel like?

Leading knitwear designer Falke has just launched a luxury pair of socks in time for Christmas. The only drawback? They cost £495. Luxury sock-lover Dean Kissick tries them on for size