The new Alexander McQueen CEO to pursue the luxury brand’s global expansion

From 9 May 2016, Alexander McQueen, one of the most recognized British luxury fashion brand in the world, will have a new CEO. Kering luxury group, the owner of the fashion powerhouse, announced the appointment of Emmanuel Gintzburger as Chief Executive Officer of Alexander McQueen. Previously Worldwide Retail and Wholesale Director for Yves Saint Laurent, … Read more

Italy seeks to reassure Asian tourists with imported Chinese police

Government hopes patrols by Chinese officers in Rome and Milan will help wealthy visitors feel ‘more protected’

Louis Vuitton celebrates stoic Paris in menswear show

From silk trench coats to navy berets, proud Parisian motifs abound in autumn/winter collection that reflects city’s mood

Currency fluctuations and globe-trotters boost the personal luxury goods market, but real growth slows, says study

The worldwide luxury industry surpassed €1 trillion in retail sales value in 2015 and delivered healthy growth of 5% year over year (at constant exchange rates), driven primarily by luxury cars (8%), luxury hospitality (7%) and fine arts (6%), according to the 14th edition of the Bain Luxury Study, published by Bain & Company for … Read more

Burberry sales up but outlook for sector remains uncertain

Maker of signature trenchcoats and scarves says growth has returned in China and South Korea, though Hong Kong sales slumped by 20%

How to promote your luxury product on TV

When considering which medium of advertising you should use to promote a product, there are often many choices on offer. Between radio, television, print, and online, plus the various options in between, the array is seemingly endless. However, with all products in the luxury category, television is almost always the best option. With its high … Read more