Art Basel, Miami and the beach that went boom

Lady Gaga’s recreating a painting from 1793 and Outkast’s André 3000 is showing off his jumpsuits. As the rich, famous and fabulous steer their jets to Miami, we look at how the art fair transformed the city

Luxury brands in a quandary as China’s wealthy young develop resistance to bling

Gucci and Prada’s financial results are disappointing and there’s a fear that the west can’t provide what sophisticated Chinese shoppers want

Stephen Burks on DIY-meets-luxury and sustainable design

The modernist designer seeks ‘a return of the hand’ – or handmade products – in high-end consumerism

Made for you: Prada’s customised shoes and the rise of personalised fashion

Tailor-made brogues, customised silk scarves, monogrammed trunks – personalisation is big news at luxury brands and on the high street, as customers are increasingly enjoying taking control

Hermès’ artistic director leaves after four years

Christophe
Lemaire, the artistic director of Hermès, has just announced he will be leaving the French fashion house after four years. Now, all eyes are on who will take over next