Farfetch unveils tie-up with Harvey Nichols before ‘£4bn IPO’

High-end fashion website’s expected valuation nears value put on Marks & Spencer

The Lifestyle Inflation Problem

We work hard for our money, and we feel that our efforts should also show in the items we own, the choices we make and even the places we visit. It’s a matter of self-respect and a great motivator to work even harder, make better investments and climb up the social ladder. Yet, these upgrades … Read more

Beware, aspiring buyers of small islands. They resist private ownership

There’s something deeply nonconformist about small islanders. But Scotland’s new laws give communities such as that of Ulva the chance to buy land themselves

Dolce & Gabbana show off brand’s heritage at third Milan show

Collection, called Queen of Hearts, mixes 90s black corsets and Italian resort style with witty touches

How a tax haven is leading the race to privatise space

Luxembourg has shown how far a tiny country can go by serving the needs of global capitalism. Now it has set its sights on outer space

Global super-rich agreeing to rent luxury London homes without visiting

High-end estate agents say smartphones have transformed lettings and the wealthy are making decisions based on video tours