Luxury fashion industry has been comparatively slow to attend to followers on social media, says study. Artists, executives and students are most likely to discuss luxury fashion on social media, while politicians have almost no interest in the topic. While some luxury fashion houses have strong social followings, many high-end brands are surprisingly inactive on social … Read more
LG Electronics debuts a premium limited edition smartwatch, LG Watch Urbane Luxe. This luxurious wearable was designed with a specific wearer in mind and is adorned in 23-karat gold heavy plate and an alligator leather band presented in an exclusive piano-gloss lacquer case. “Wearable devices shouldn’t be thought of as an extension of one’s smartphone … Read more
Hélène Poulit-Duquesne appointed CEO of Boucheron. Kering luxury group announced that Hélène Poulit-Duquesne has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Boucheron jewelry Maison. Hélène Poulit-Duquesne was previously the International Business and Client Development Director and member of the Executive Committee of Cartier International. In her role as CEO of Boucheron, her mission will be to … Read more
Economic weakness in key markets dims luxury sales of the top 10 most valuable global luxury brands of the year, says brand analyst company Millward Brown in its 10th Annual Brandz Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands Ranking released this week. Of the 13 categories tracked in the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands … Read more
Waiters serving iced tea among luxury goods at Selfridge’s may be more discreet than the public queues of the past, but shoppers are still high on anticipation
Some of the world’s most recognisable art, including works by Picasso, Matisse and Munch, goes on display together for first time at the Fondation Louis Vuitton